Financial Analyst

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, Financial Planning, the Financial Analyst performs all work within the parameters of relevant legislation, policies, guidelines, business practices and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The position also facilitates and fosters an effective, efficient financial team environment and will report to the Director of Financial Planning on associated duties.

The Financial Analyst plays a key role in budget management and fiscal analysis. The position provides professional, technical, analytical, and consultative services on financial matters to Ministry staff, and external clients. This position is responsible for provision of financial planning, budget, forecasts and Enhanced Policing Program to ensure the needs of the Ministry are met. This position is also holding the responsibilities of cover-off Senior Budget Officer.

The Financial Analyst will provide support to the Financial Planning unit to fulfill Ministry accountability responsibilities under the Financial Administration Act, the Government Organization Act, and the Results Based Budgeting Act:

• Assist in developing processes to prepare the Ministry’s annual budget submission to Treasury Board and finalization of the Ministry’s Main Estimates, including the Minister’s briefing package and Minister’s key budget messages required for the Committee of Supply debate.
• Assist in providing analysis and interpretation of program area budget and forecast submissions.
• Working with program areas and staff to ensure accurate updates and financial reports are prepared regarding projects and initiatives.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinates the preparation of detailed budget, including communicating budget targets and revisions to program staff and managers. and assisting in preparation of annual budgets.
• Assists in preparation of the Ministry's annual expense and revenue budgets and three-year fiscal targets, including Committee of Supply.
• Runs Financial expense reports (cost centre reports and Salary/Wage report).
• Assists in compiling divisional forecast, including a review of the current forecast and prior month forecast for operating, capital and non-cash for programs.
• Assists in preparing letter for municipalities/First Nation (update contact information, billing information, officer FTE utilization).
• Assists in requesting invoice creation in Financial Operations Branch based on financial review of FTE utilization/billing information.
• Provides assistances with regards to financial information and responsibilities to the program areas.
• Prepares ad-hoc financial analysis, as directed by the Manager of Financial Planning.

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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.

The competencies that are determined to be essential for this program are:

Creative Problem Solving – The ability to analyze the impact of and break apart any complex problems to get the best result for the client.

Drive for Results – Knowing what outcomes are important and maximizing resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization, while maintaining accountability to each other and business partners.

Develop Networks – Proactively building networks, connecting and building trust in relationships.

Build Collaborative Environments – Leading and contributing to the conditions and environments that allow people to feel respected, work collaboratively and facilitate productively to achieve outcomes.

Agility – The ability to anticipate, assess and readily adapt to changing situations and issues, while making well-thought-out recommendations.

Qualifications

Requirement:
University graduation in a related field such as Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, or Public Administration and no experience required; or equivalent as described below.

Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience which includes as a minimum, completion of a recognized applied accounting degree or diploma program.

Assets:

• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience or knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience or knowledge with general budget preparation
• Experience or knowledge preparing financial forecasts and analysis
• Experience or knowledge manipulating data sets
• Experience or knowledge preparing presentations or providing recommendations based on financial analysis.

A cover letter must accompany your application and should indicate how your previous work experience aligns to 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. Candidates may be asked to participate in a written assessment.

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. As well, 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).

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

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
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
• Leadership and mentorship programs