Job Title: Financial Compliance Analyst
Ministry: Elections Alberta
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Regular/Temporary: This recruitment will be used to fill 1 permanent position and 1 temporary salaried position ending on or before March 31, 2027.
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 11:59 pm
Classification: Finance 1E
Salary: $2,366.06 to $3,079.52 bi-weekly or $61,754.16 to $80,375.47 annually
Elections Alberta is an independent, non-partisan office of the Legislative Assembly responsible for administering provincial elections, by-elections and referenda. We administer the Election Act and the provincial electoral process in this province. Our mission is to serve Albertans as an independent election management body committed to the administration of modern, transparent, and accessible democratic processes that ensure the integrity and enhance the value of Alberta’s electoral system.
The Financial Compliance team at Elections Alberta is responsible for monitoring the financial activities of political participants, including registration, contribution and expense reporting, and financial disclosure to ensure compliance with the Election Finances and Contributions Disclosure Act (EFCDA) and other relevant electoral legislation.
The Financial Compliance Analyst uses their strong analytical skills to examine financial reports and conduct thorough assessments, including in-depth reviews of financial activity to ensure compliance in accordance with legislation. This position monitors and tracks financial submissions and deadlines, assess crucial documentation, and identify issues of non-compliance. The Financial Compliance Analyst will also intervene as necessary to ensure alignment with governing legislation and Elections Alberta policies. When issues arise, this position uses excellent communication skills to engage with political participants and the team to resolve issues and prevent non-compliance.
The Financial Compliance Analyst actively engages with political entities to educate, inform, and answer questions, to ensure they have the information they need to comply with all Election Finance legislation. This position prepares detailed written correspondence and reports, communicates directly with stakeholders, processes stakeholder forms and manages data. Additionally, this position contributes to the development and implementation of new resources, incorporating legislative changes, technological advancements, and improvements in processes, forms, and educational materials.
A cover letter is required. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. In your cover letter, please briefly summarize your relevant experience and expertise, pertinent strengths and skills, and your reasons for interest in the position.
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This position is exempt from the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE).
It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) (alberta.ca) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information. It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ education and experience best meets the needs of the position. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. Applicants may be required to undergo a skills assessment test. Final Candidates will be required to undergo a Police Information Check. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies.
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