Mgr. Fin Acc& Standards

Role Responsibilities

Are you passionate about shaping accounting policies and standards? Are you driven by the opportunity to influence the direction of regulatory bodies? 

We are seeking a Manager of Financial Accounting and Standards who will play a pivotal role in fostering government accountability through the formulation of accounting and financial policies applicable across government entities. In this role, you will spearhead research and analysis on diverse accounting matters to ensure alignment with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS). Your expertise will be instrumental in providing ministries with sound accounting guidance, promoting consistency in policy interpretation, and collaborating with the Office of the Auditor General on audit-related issues.

Responsibilities also include:
- Providing feedback on statements of principle and exposure drafts from professional accounting bodies.
- Delivering training sessions and presentations on emerging accounting standards to the finance community.
- Supporting the preparation of consolidated financial statements for the Government of Alberta, ensuring accuracy and timeliness by analyzing, interpreting, and reconciling financial data from various sources.

To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Building strong relationships and fostering collaboration across divisions and ministries will be essential. Strong analytical skills, organization, and a knack for research are prerequisites for success. 

If you are ready to make a significant impact in shaping accounting policies and standards within the government sector, we invite you to join our team.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.

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 – You anticipate, assess and readily adapt to changing priorities, manage resilience in times of uncertainty and effectively work in an ever-changing environment.
•    Drive for Results – You know what outcomes are important and maximize resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization, while maintaining accountability to each other and external stakeholders.
•    Develop Self and Others – You are committed to lifelong learning and the desire to invest in the development of the long-term capability of yourself and others.
•    Build Collaborative Environments – You lead and contribute to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.
•    Develop Networks – You proactively build networks, connecting and building trust in relationships with different stakeholders.
•    Systems Thinking – You understand that work done in one part of Alberta Public Service (APS) impacts a variety of other groups/projects inside and outside the APS and make decisions and recommendations accordingly.
•    Creative Problem Solving – You assess options and implications in new ways to achieve desired outcomes and solutions.

Qualifications

A University degree in Business, Commerce or a related field plus a minimum of four years related experience in accounting and/or Finance as well as an accounting designation (CPA or legacy designations CA, CMA, CGA) is required.

Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one for one basis.

In-depth knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards, International Financial Reporting Standards and other accounting standards is preferred.

Knowledge of the Government of Alberta's applicable legislation (e.g., Financial Administration Act, Sustainable Fiscal Planning and Reporting Act, and Government Organizational Act) is preferred.

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate a good understanding of public policy objectives, accounting concepts and interpretation of relevant legislation.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office software applications is required. 

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

Note: This posting is for one (1) permanent, full time position. 

Location: The successful candidate will be expected to be able to commute to the Terrace Building in Edmonton, Alberta a minimum of 3 days per week. 

Hours of work: 36.25/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. 

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

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Please also indicate whether your work experience was part-time or full-time.

For example:
January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Executive Director of Job Title (Full time)

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

•    Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
•    Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) - https://www.mepp.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