Finance 2 Talent Pool

Role Responsibilities

The Government of Alberta is seeking skilled finance professionals to join its team. If you are looking to advance your career while contributing to meaningful work that impacts the lives of Albertans, consider joining the Government of Alberta’s finance community.
We are currently recruiting for opportunities in the following areas:

Financial Reporting

You will play an integral role in producing multiple financial reports in accordance with government policies, processes, guidelines and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Some activities include the preparation of the ministry’s quarterly financial information, various public disclosures, year-end financial reporting and addressing the ministry's financial audit requirements. You will use your passion, knowledge and experience to assist in providing financial reporting services, such as financial information preparation for the Annual Report, quarterly actual results and ad hoc management reporting.

Financial Operations

You will play an integral role in the comprehensive management of the ministry’s financial operations. This includes developing and implementing ministry-wide financial policies and procedures, internal controls, and reviewing the day-to-day financial operations. You will maintain the integrity of financial data within the following functions: Grants and Contracts, Travel & Expense Claims, P-Card, Accounts Payable (A/P), Accounts Receivable (A/R) and General Ledger.

Typical duties at this level include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Providing financial advice and guidance to clients to ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies.
• Ensure that 1GX financial information is in accordance with the PSAS (Public Sector Accounting Standards) principles and guidelines, GoA and Ministry policies and procedures.
• Develop accurate, valid and timely information, analysis, reports and schedules to prepare quarter-end and year-end financial statements.
• Liaising with auditors to provide them with required documentation and/or explanations to facilitate the audit and resolve audit issues.
• Support the lifecycle of grant/contract agreements and funding approvals, including tracking approvals, preparing agreements and submissions.
• Perform financial processes and procedures such as accounts payable, procurement card, grants, contracts and expense claims for the desired ministry, ensuring compliance with legislation.
• Conduct detailed analysis and interpretation of financial data, including identifying trends, variances, and anomalies to support accurate reporting and inform decision-makers.
• Discussing complex financial issues with clients and making recommendations regarding possible solutions.

Ideal candidates will have a solid base of financial knowledge, be self-starters, highly motivated and capable of working with people at many levels within the organization to achieve results. In addition, candidates should possess strong financial, accounting, analytical and organizational skills, as well as superior verbal and written communication skills. If you are task-oriented and enjoy rolling up your sleeves to get work done, then you will find this work rewarding!

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

Agility – Demonstrate adaptability in a changing environment by proactively improving processes, adjusting approach to evolving priorities, maintaining composure under pressure, and seeking input when needed to work effectively within established guidelines.

Building Collaborative Environments – Promote cross-functional collaboration, facilitating clear communication, addressing and resolving conflicts proactively, removing barriers to progress, recognizing contributions, and fostering shared commitment to achieve common objectives.

Creative Problem Solving – Breaks down problems, undertakes appropriate research and investigation and draws on experiences to solve problems. For example, suggesting improvements to current processes and identifying efficiencies.

Drive for Results – Sets and accomplishes goals and priorities to deliver outcomes consistent with Government direction, departmental objectives and public expectations. Factors in the complexity of issues, and strategically align decisions and plans based on values, outcomes, and broader organizational needs.

Systems Thinking – Applies a systems-based approach to financial operations and reporting by considering interdependencies, long-term impacts, and broader organizational objectives.

Qualifications

Required:

• University graduation in Business, Finance, Accounting, Commerce or Management or other related field plus one-year related experience.

Equivalency:

• Equivalencies will be considered on the basis of a minimum 2-year related diploma plus three years directly related experience.

The following would be considered requirements:

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Solid understanding and experience with the application and research of accounting policies, practices and theories such as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience supporting the preparation and review of financial statements, working papers, and reconciliations (e.g., General Ledger, subledger, and bank reconciliations).
• Experience performing financial administration processes (e.g., accounts payable, grants, contracts, expense claims) in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Strong working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning systems (e.g., 1GX) and the various financial interface systems such as Concur and Electronic Payment System (EPS).

The following would be considered assets:

• Experience supporting or coordinating quarter-end and year-end financial reporting processes, including preparing schedules, templates, and variance analysis.
• Knowledge of Public Sector accounting Standards (PSAS) .
• In the process or completion of a Canadian professional accounting designation (CPA or legacy designation) or equivalent.
• Knowledge of revenue recognition principles and their application in a public sector or regulated environment.
• Experience supporting capital asset management processes, including tracking, categorization, reconciliation and reporting.
• Experience developing financial reports, dashboards, or analysis to support management decision-making.
• Experience in financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting and monitoring expenditures.
• Analyze and develop internal financial controls, policies, and procedures to maintain the integrity of ministry specific internal documents and identify areas of improvement.
• Experience conducting expenditure reviews with a focus on internal controls and compliance, including assessing transactions against financial policies and legislation (e.g., FAA and Treasury Board directives) and supporting corrective actions to strengthen financial controls.

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A cover letter must accompany your application and should indicate how your previous work experience aligns with the qualifications and competencies required. Please provide clear examples of how you meet the criteria and skills required in your cover letter. Failure to provide a cover letter will lead to the application being screened out. A cover letter will be one of the ways to assess communication skills of candidates.

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 – June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.

Please also clearly outline your educational credentials, including the type of credential obtained (e.g., Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, diploma, or certificate) and the field of study.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week.

This competition will be used to fill current and future vacancies at the Finance 2 classifications in various locations across Alberta.

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

What we offer:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service – https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) – https://www.pspp.ca
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information – https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
• Professional learning and development – https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Leadership and mentorship programs