Finance 3 Talent Pool at 755824 Alberta Ltd OA Tokyo Express

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 May, 26

Salary

97565.0

Posted On

07 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Planning, Financial Reporting, Financial Operations, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Microsoft Office, Accounting Principles, Data Analysis, Budgeting, Internal Controls, Client Guidance, Training Development, Audit Compliance, Legislation Knowledge

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Job InformationJob Title: Finance 3 Talent Pool Job Requisition ID: 72724Ministry: VariousLocation: VariousFull or Part-Time: Full-TimeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekPermanent/Temporary: BothScope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: February 13, 2026Classification: Finance 3Salary: $2,849.89 to $3,738.14 bi-weekly ($74,382 - $97,565/year) The Alberta Public Service (APS) is taking a One Finance approach to the delivery of financial services. Financial services include the delivery of financial planning, reporting and operations, as well as ongoing engagement with policy and program areas to provide strategic decision-making support. There are three top leadership priorities that support this One Finance approach: proactively supporting our talent across the finance community; providing collaborative and responsive services to our business partners; and actively engaging in continuous improvement of the way we support each other and do business within our teams and across the entire finance community. To learn more about the Government of Alberta finance community and how you can make a positive difference in the lives of Albertans, we encourage you to visit our Finance Career Hub for more information. Candidates who are successful in the selection process will be placed in a Talent Pool. The Talent Pool will be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill upcoming opportunities. Applicants not initially selected for interview may be contacted for future positions as they become available. 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 PlanningYou 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 ReportingYou will play an integral role in producing multiple financial reports in accordance with government policies, processes, guidelines, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). 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 passion, 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 OperationsYou 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, 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 (A/P), Accounts Receivable (A/R) and General Ledger. These positions offer an excellent opportunity for you to develop your expertise in a variety of financial processes while working with a team of innovative and client focused professionals.. Typical duties at this level include, but are not limited to, the following: • Providing financial advice and guidance to clients to ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies.• Reviewing client financial processes and procedures such as grants and contracts, travel and expense claims, procurement card, and accounts payable, procurement to ensure they are in accordance with changes to legislation.• Conducting analysis and interpretation of financial data. • Discussing complex financial issues with clients and making recommendations regarding possible solutions. • Work with clients to ensure audit findings are implemented.• Developing recommendations for implementing or improving internal financial controls for a particular function.• Identifying training requirements and then developing or delivering the required training.• Administering complex submissions from clients.• Taking leadership on short-term projects.• Participating in committees within the ministry and across the Government of Alberta. Ideal candidates will posses a breadth of financial knowledge, be self-starters, highly motivated and capable of working with people at all levels within the organization to achieve results. In addition, candidates should possess excellent financial, accounting, analytical, organizational skills and effective 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 recommendationsBuilding 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 – 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 Four-year university degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Management or other related field plus three years of related experience. Equivalencies will be considered as outlined below: • Related diploma plus five years directly related experience.• Accounting designation and one-year additional related experience. Required: • Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint• Experience working with relevant financial information systems, reporting tools, and software (e.g., Excel, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) / System Analysis Program (SAP) and ability to manipulate data sets.• Experience preparing, reviewing and presenting financial statements.• Experience preparing briefing materials that translate financial data into meaningful information for decision makers.• Solid understanding and experience with the application and research of accounting policies, practices and theories such as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Assets: • Canadian professional accounting designation (CPA or legacy designation) or equivalent• 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) and the ability to interpret PSAS for the monitoring, recording, reporting and interpretation of financial information. 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 application and communications skills. 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 3 classifications in various locations across Alberta. 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 How To ApplyApplicants 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.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.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) (https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application. Closing StatementThis competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact PSC.FTA@gov.ab.ca.

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Responsibilities

The role involves preparing annual budgets, forecasts, and financial reports while providing analysis and recommendations to decision-makers. Additionally, it includes managing financial operations and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.