Finance Coordinator (Budget and Financial Planning)

at  City of Kawartha Lakes

JOB BRIEF

This position coordinates financial matters related to Operating and Capital functions and ministry programs in various departments within the City of Kawartha Lakes.
Employment Status:

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary degree in Accounting or Business Administration
• Minimum five (5) years of related progressive experience, preferably in a municipal environment
• Accounting designation such as Certified General Accountant, Certified Management Accountant or Chartered Accountant, or ability and willingness to obtain
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and general municipal accounting
• Working knowledge in budgeting, banking and general accounting functions
• Excellent time-management skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines, and the ability to deal with multiple demands
• Possess and demonstrate the knowledge, skills and personal attributes as described in the key performance competencies outlined below
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of applications, audio/video conferencing, the internet and any other related software
• Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s Licence or the ability to frequently attend work related activities at various sites within the municipality or at other sites within Ontario
• Upon a conditional offer of employment, a Criminal Record Check will be required

• Administer general accounting functions for various City departments in collaboration with staff and Finance supervisors
• Conduct monthly, quarterly and annual reconciliation of accounts, investigate variances and implement corrective adjustments
• Analyze data, research and forecast trends that may impact future costs; ensuring full entitlements from funding sources
• Support the financial activity and reconciliation of grants and reserves
• Produce and present financial reports to operating managers, Directors, Agencies and Boards
• Compile year-end working papers and statements, month end closing checklists, journal vouchers and reports; acting as primary contact for all audit queries
• Assist with internal controls and external audits
• Troubleshoot and resolve database software issues in cooperation with Information Technology staff; addressing concerns, testing enhancements/upgrades, recommending improvements, ensuring support and training to all users
• Write draft Standard Operating Procedures resulting from continual business process review including documentation of scope and implementation for audit purposes