About the role
Job Summary And Requirements This posting is for one (1) full time term position until July 2027, working 75 hours bi-weekly. Who We Are As the Yukon government’s most diverse department, Community Services has a place for you. Under the Community Services umbrella, there are 18 unique branches where you can apply your skillset. All branches strive to empower communities to be vibrant, healthy, and sustainable. Community Services develops our team and invests in people so together we can equip Yukon communities with the tools and knowledge to foster a higher quality of life for all Yukoners.
As one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2023 a career with Yukon Government’s public service offers you an opportunity to expand your skillset and build relationships with stakeholders and colleagues. Learn more about what Yukon Government can offer you.
About The Branch The Infrastructure Development Branch (IDB) provides project management services to First Nations and municipalities throughout the Yukon on public infrastructure development initiatives. The branch provides services in three main areas of program delivery: Infrastructure Development, Flood and Erosion control and Infrastructure Fund Administration. IDB manages the planning and prioritization of work, design, and construction for numerous types of infrastructure projects for the territory.
About The Position The Finance Officer provides financial, budgeting and administrative duties required to support the Infrastructure Development branch and other branches within the Community Development Division as required. This includes providing assistance in the preparation of financial reports, providing in-depth financial analysis and advice on a variety of accounting and administrative operations, procedures and systems.
For more information about this position, please contact Julie Monaghan, Manager Program Administration, at julie.monaghan@yukon.ca
For more information related to the competition process, please contact: Jasmine Potvin, Human Resource Consultant, at jasmine.potvin@yukon.ca . Please note do not submit your resume or application to these email addresses.
What You Need To Consider Before Submitting Your Application
- Prior to submitting your resume an E-recruitment profile must be created as applications are only accepted through the system. Please do not email your resume to the contacts on the ad.
- Resumes are ONLY assessed based off candidates’ ability to communicate how they have demonstrated the essential qualifications from their professional, volunteer, or educational experience within their resume clearly indicating the specific position the responsibilities or duties were performed.
- Candidates must clearly state the length of time they performed the essential qualifications in their role(s) (ex. month/year to month/year).
- Take advantage of learning more about how to prepare your resume for a government recruitment. Please note cover letters are not required unless clearly indicated on the job ad.
Essential Qualifications If this opportunity interests you, please submit a resume clearly demonstrating the qualifications below. Please note that selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.
- Coursework in Business Administration or related discipline.
- Experience providing in-depth financial analysis and advice on a variety of accounting and administrative operations, procedures and systems.
- Experience in financial planning, forecasting, and reporting.
- Experience working with Excel and financial programs.
Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be equally considered.
Desired Knowledge, Skills And Suitability Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:
- Excellent analytical skills, critical thinking and sound judgment.
- Ability to manage a broad range of financial functions such as variance reporting, auditing, budgeting, business planning, and in-depth financial analysis and interpretation of relevant legislation and policies.
- Excellent two-way communication skills and self-awareness. Ability to influence decision making and best practices though building and maintaining collaborative relationships.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple critical and time-sensitive deadlines.
- Planning and detail oriented with the ability to think strategically.
Eligibility List
6 months
About Government of Yukon
The Yukon public service offers a diversity of career options in a stable work environment. As a Yukon government public servant, you have access to on-the-job learning, leadership courses, interdepartmental training and tuition reimbursement, and the daily opportunity to direct your career path.
As Yukon government public servants, we are able to make a genuine difference in our communities. Every day, we work closely with both the people we serve and with the decision-makers who guide the policies that affect our lives. A career with us allows you to be a part of that process and watch the results of your work come to life in the real world.
Our employment equity policy affirms equal access for women, aboriginal people and people with disabilities to government jobs.
The Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada since 2014. This is due to the benefits, leave options and opportunities for training and career development.
About the role
Job Summary And Requirements This posting is for one (1) full time term position until July 2027, working 75 hours bi-weekly. Who We Are As the Yukon government’s most diverse department, Community Services has a place for you. Under the Community Services umbrella, there are 18 unique branches where you can apply your skillset. All branches strive to empower communities to be vibrant, healthy, and sustainable. Community Services develops our team and invests in people so together we can equip Yukon communities with the tools and knowledge to foster a higher quality of life for all Yukoners.
As one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2023 a career with Yukon Government’s public service offers you an opportunity to expand your skillset and build relationships with stakeholders and colleagues. Learn more about what Yukon Government can offer you.
About The Branch The Infrastructure Development Branch (IDB) provides project management services to First Nations and municipalities throughout the Yukon on public infrastructure development initiatives. The branch provides services in three main areas of program delivery: Infrastructure Development, Flood and Erosion control and Infrastructure Fund Administration. IDB manages the planning and prioritization of work, design, and construction for numerous types of infrastructure projects for the territory.
About The Position The Finance Officer provides financial, budgeting and administrative duties required to support the Infrastructure Development branch and other branches within the Community Development Division as required. This includes providing assistance in the preparation of financial reports, providing in-depth financial analysis and advice on a variety of accounting and administrative operations, procedures and systems.
For more information about this position, please contact Julie Monaghan, Manager Program Administration, at julie.monaghan@yukon.ca
For more information related to the competition process, please contact: Jasmine Potvin, Human Resource Consultant, at jasmine.potvin@yukon.ca . Please note do not submit your resume or application to these email addresses.
What You Need To Consider Before Submitting Your Application
- Prior to submitting your resume an E-recruitment profile must be created as applications are only accepted through the system. Please do not email your resume to the contacts on the ad.
- Resumes are ONLY assessed based off candidates’ ability to communicate how they have demonstrated the essential qualifications from their professional, volunteer, or educational experience within their resume clearly indicating the specific position the responsibilities or duties were performed.
- Candidates must clearly state the length of time they performed the essential qualifications in their role(s) (ex. month/year to month/year).
- Take advantage of learning more about how to prepare your resume for a government recruitment. Please note cover letters are not required unless clearly indicated on the job ad.
Essential Qualifications If this opportunity interests you, please submit a resume clearly demonstrating the qualifications below. Please note that selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.
- Coursework in Business Administration or related discipline.
- Experience providing in-depth financial analysis and advice on a variety of accounting and administrative operations, procedures and systems.
- Experience in financial planning, forecasting, and reporting.
- Experience working with Excel and financial programs.
Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be equally considered.
Desired Knowledge, Skills And Suitability Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:
- Excellent analytical skills, critical thinking and sound judgment.
- Ability to manage a broad range of financial functions such as variance reporting, auditing, budgeting, business planning, and in-depth financial analysis and interpretation of relevant legislation and policies.
- Excellent two-way communication skills and self-awareness. Ability to influence decision making and best practices though building and maintaining collaborative relationships.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple critical and time-sensitive deadlines.
- Planning and detail oriented with the ability to think strategically.
Eligibility List
6 months
About Government of Yukon
The Yukon public service offers a diversity of career options in a stable work environment. As a Yukon government public servant, you have access to on-the-job learning, leadership courses, interdepartmental training and tuition reimbursement, and the daily opportunity to direct your career path.
As Yukon government public servants, we are able to make a genuine difference in our communities. Every day, we work closely with both the people we serve and with the decision-makers who guide the policies that affect our lives. A career with us allows you to be a part of that process and watch the results of your work come to life in the real world.
Our employment equity policy affirms equal access for women, aboriginal people and people with disabilities to government jobs.
The Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada since 2014. This is due to the benefits, leave options and opportunities for training and career development.