Financial Management Officer
About the role
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
The Financial Management Officer is responsible for preparing, verifying and processing financial documents, assisting with and auditing employee duty travel entry and processing, control and reconciliation of accounts payable, facilitating requisitions for supplies and verification of financial transactions. This position is responsible for ensuring that financial transactions are completed in a timely manner and in accordance with Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) legislation, regulations, policies and Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) procedures.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
- Knowledge of and ability to interpret relevant legislation, regulation, policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of organizational structure and management relationships.
- Ability to interpret financial statements and reports.
- Ability to prepare variance reports
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
- Completion of a Business Administration/Accounting Diploma and two (2) years of formal accounting training from a recognized educational institution combined with two (2) years of directly related experience in a financial setting. OR
- Completion of a Business/Accounting/Finance Degree from a recognized educational institution combined with two (2) years of directly related experience in a financial setting.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.
Financial Management Officer
About the role
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
The Financial Management Officer is responsible for preparing, verifying and processing financial documents, assisting with and auditing employee duty travel entry and processing, control and reconciliation of accounts payable, facilitating requisitions for supplies and verification of financial transactions. This position is responsible for ensuring that financial transactions are completed in a timely manner and in accordance with Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) legislation, regulations, policies and Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) procedures.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
- Knowledge of and ability to interpret relevant legislation, regulation, policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of organizational structure and management relationships.
- Ability to interpret financial statements and reports.
- Ability to prepare variance reports
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
- Completion of a Business Administration/Accounting Diploma and two (2) years of formal accounting training from a recognized educational institution combined with two (2) years of directly related experience in a financial setting. OR
- Completion of a Business/Accounting/Finance Degree from a recognized educational institution combined with two (2) years of directly related experience in a financial setting.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.