Role Responsibilities

The Government of Alberta is actively seeking seasoned finance professionals! If you want to continue growing your career and participate in meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of Albertans, join the Government of Alberta today. Say Hello to our finance community!

We have exciting opportunities in the following areas:

Financial Planning

You will play an integral role in the preparation of the ministry’s annual budgets, forecasts, quarterly fiscal updates and supporting preparation of the ministry’s Annual Report. You will provide ongoing, timely, relevant and accurate analysis, advice, and recommendations to decision-makers on fiscal planning matters. Some responsibilities will include the reconciliation of general ledger accounts, preparing and supporting documentation for audits and coordinating performance audit work within the ministry. You will be involved in initiatives required for short and long-term budgeting and current year expenditure forecasting. You will also analyze and interpret financial material from business areas within the ministry and compile and consolidate three-year budget plans and other financial submissions.

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 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, helping to address the ministry’s financial audit requirements, developing and implementing ministry-wide 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 (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR) and General Ledger.

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

•    Analyzing financial information to provide advice. This entails identifying possible options and recommending a course of action. 
•    Coordinating and preparing financial statements and updates. 
•    Acting as a ministry representative in explaining audit concerns and implement audit findings. 
•    Providing financial advice and guidance to clients to ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies. 
•    Conducting research and work with senior employees in the development and enhancement of ministry financial processes or programs.
•    Audit submissions and ensure compliance to program legislation and policies
•    Conducting analysis and interpretation of financial data. 
•    Explaining financial information, processes, and programs to clients. 
•    Discussing issues with clients and make recommendations regarding possible solutions.
•    Participating in external or internal committees and the ministry representative. 
•    Provide mentorship and/or supervision of junior employees.

Ideal candidates will be financial experts, self-starters, highly motivated and capable of working with people at many levels within the organization to achieve results. In addition, candidates should possess expert levels of 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 – The successful candidate will have the ability to anticipate, assess and readily adapt to changing situations and issues, while making well thought-out recommendations

Building Collaborative Environments – You anticipate outcomes and potential impacts across interrelated areas and will factor this into planning.

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 – Identifies ways to exceed performance expectations. Sets and accomplishes goals and priorities in order to deliver outcomes consistent with Government direction, departmental objectives and public expectations. Factors in the complexity of issues, and strategically aligns decisions and plans based on values, outcomes and broader organizational needs.

Systems Thinking – You anticipate outcomes and potential impacts across interrelated areas and will factor this into planning.

Qualifications

Accounting designation plus 3 years additional related experience.

Equivalencies will be considered as outlined below:

•    University graduation in a related field plus 5 years progressively responsible related experience. 
•    Related diploma plus 7 years directly related experience.

Required:

•    Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
•    Use of accounting and/or other software to support data manipulation and reporting (i.e. SAP, Oracle, intermediate to advance Excel)
•    Preparation, review, and presentation of financial statements and information (full or in part)
•    Experience with the application and research of accounting policies, practices, and theories such as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Assets:

•    Knowledge of the Government of Alberta's applicable legislation (e.g., Financial Administration Act, Fiscal Planning and Transparency Act, Government Organizational Act, and Alberta Public Agencies Act)
•    Knowledge of Public Sector accounting Standards (PSAS)
•    Experience with financial controls and audit procedures
•    Supervisory Experience

A cover letter must accompany your application and should indicate what areas of finance you are interested in and how your previous work experience aligns to the qualifications and competencies required. The cover letter may be used to assess your communication.

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 4 classifications in various locations across Alberta.

A cover letter is required. In your cover letter, please provide information that clearly demonstrates how your qualifications meet the advertised requirements for this position.

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