Finance and Program Analyst

Role Responsibilities

The Traffic Safet Services (TSS) division is looking for a Finance and Program Analyst. Reporting to the Manager, Evaluation and Finance, the Finance and Program Analyst provides the integrated financial and analytical oversight required to support provincial programs and divisional initiatives. This position monitors the fiscal health of programs, profiling and evaluating initiatives to ensure efficient and transparent delivery. While operating independently, the Analyst collaborates closely with internal and external stakeholders, to lead budgeting and performance monitoring efforts, particularly on complex files.

The responsibilities of this role include:

• Establishment and Maintenance of Financial and Administrative Processes
  Financial and administrative processes are developed, implemented, and maintained to support effective program delivery and sound fiscal management across the division.

• Accurate Revenue Tracking and Allocation
  Revenue management processes are administered to ensure revenues are accurately recorded, monitored, reconciled, and allocated in support of program and divisional objectives.

• Integrated Financial, Program, and Evaluation Analysis 
  Financial, operational, and program analysis is provided to support strategic planning, program implementation, performance measurement, and decision-making.

• Program Administration and Operational Coordination 
  Financial administration processes and program activities are coordinated to support consistent service delivery and effective implementation of divisional initiatives.

• Data-Driven Performance Monitoring and Continuous Improvement 
  Performance measurement and reporting processes are maintained to support accountability, informed decision-making, and continuous improvement.

• Administration of Program Funding, Grants, and Financial Reporting 
  Program funding and financial reporting mechanisms are administered to ensure resources are managed effectively and aligned with strategic objectives.

The Job Description Link is provided for further details on this position. 

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Qualifications

Requirements:

• University graduation in a related field such as Business, Economics, Commerce, or a related discipline, plus two (2) years of related experience; or equivalent as described below.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in project management, including planning, coordination, monitoring, and reporting.
• Experience supporting program processes, policy implementation, evaluation activities, and financial management, including analysis, monitoring, and reporting.

Equivalencies:

• A related master’s degree or
• A related two-year diploma and a minimum of four (4) years of related experience; or
• A related one-year certificate and a minimum of five (5) years of related experience; or
• A minimum of six (6) years of related experience in lieu of formal education.

Assets:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience developing or using Power BI dashboards.
• Experience with program evaluation, performance measurement, or outcome reporting.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Notes

Term of Employment: Permanent, Full-time position          

Hours of Work: 7.25 hours daily / 36.25 weekly – Monday to Friday

Location: Twin Atria Building - Edmonton

Final candidates may be required to undergo a security screening.

Applicants are advised to provide a cover letter summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Additional Information:

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time, or full-time. For example, January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).

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.

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