Financial Services Officer 2 (Budget Officer)

The Government of Nova Scotia•Halifax, NS

2d•CA$62,479 - CA$73,453•Onsite

About The Position

At the Nova Scotia Department of Finance and Treasury Board, we strive to provide financial leadership, analysis, and policies that strengthen Nova Scotia. As stewards of the province’s financial affairs, we deliver a wide range of corporate fiscal and management services. Our eight Financial Advisory Services (FAS) units work directly with departments, crown corporations, and other public service entities, providing valuable support in budgeting, forecasting, and offering a range of program-related financial advice. We are continuously seeking new and innovative ways to improve how we plan, manage, budget, and invest. This competition will be used to fill multiple Term, Temporary and Casual FSO 2 opportunities over the next few months. Opportunities can be in the following locations: Halifax. The role is responsible for the preparation and interpretive analysis of financial reports required by Senior Management. The position also involves providing advice and recommendations to budget and cost centre managers within government departments regarding the administration of their financial resources. The role is responsible for identifying financial implications of existing and proposed programs and activities and helping to identify solutions and options for financial and accounting issues. Most importantly, the incumbent is a key resource and is responsible for supporting the monthly forecasting and annual budget processes and assisting in the preparation of Minister and Deputy Minister’s briefing materials. The successful candidate will support other Financial Advisory Services staff and FAS clients, providing sound financial advice on how best to strategically utilize the Department’s resources, both human and financial. The finance team and clients rely on you to provide accurate and timely support so they can make informed decisions related to the responsible allocation of these resources. Through investigation and analysis of data, you will provide guidance to management in a way that allows them to make informed decisions.

Requirements

Successfully completed three (3) years of post-secondary accounting training, plus five (5) years of related experience (or an acceptable equivalent of training and experience).
Experience providing accurate budgeting, forecasting or other detailed financial advice to clients.
Ability to analyze large volumes of information and produce concise, relevant, and timely reports.
Ability to articulate financial information in a way that is readily understood by non-financial users.
Exceptional judgement and problem-solving skills, being able to accurately interpret information and determine an appropriate course of action.
Ability to work independently and possess sound time management and organizational skills, strategically managing multiple deadlines.
Proficient in Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook), enterprise resource planning systems, and internet-based tools.
Ability to quickly learn custom applications.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience with SAP would be considered an asset.
Enjoy learning new computer systems that help you identify ways to streamline processes while maintaining business requirements and meeting tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

Prepare, analyze, and input data for expenditure forecasts, including revenues, fees, recoveries, and salaries, while providing accurate and timely variance analysis.
Prepare or review accounts payable and receivable documents, including the preparation, submission, analysis, and reconciliation of claims for cost-shared programs.
Assist with the preparation of the annual departmental / client budget.
Compile the monthly forecast comparison report detailing changes in the Department’s budget.
Prepare and analyze trends and provide recommendations.
Support month-end and year-end accounting processes.
Assists with the design, modification, and updating of various reports as required by senior management.
Update the corporate salary analysis system (SAS) software in a timely manner.
Coordinate the distribution and receipt of forecasts and other financial reports.