Senior Financial Analyst
Top Benefits
About the role
Branch: Financial Management
Type: Full-time
Date Posted: September 12, 2025
Application Deadline: September 26, 2025
Participate in Meaningful Work
As a Senior Financial Analyst at the Legislative Assembly Office (LAO) your role will involve analyzing financial documents, preparing financial reports and delivering customized, responsive services. You will work closely with various LAO branches, caucuses and Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) to communicate year-end processing guidelines effectively and resolve any arising issues while ensuring audit requirements are met and annual budgets are completed. This includes managing activities to meet strict deadlines and regulatory requirements and ensuring all transactions and reconciliations comply with Public Sector Accounting Standards and legislative guidelines.
Your expertise will be required in financial reporting, accounting, budget development and policy interpretation. You will also communicate and provide information to Treasury Board and Finance and ensure timely public posting of the required quarterly MLA expense disclosure reports. As a member of CPA Canada you will apply your knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards and financial analysis to support the LAO's objectives with integrity.
Contribute to an Engaged Workplace
You are an individual who has demonstrated success in building and leveraging relationships to understand financial needs and translate them into effective financial strategies. You utilize your strong expertise in financial analysis and your ability to influence while consulting on complex financial issues in a dynamic political environment. Your strategic orientation allows you to excel at analyzing existing financial processes and programs and proposing creative and forward-looking enhancements. You excel at coordinating multiple financial projects while maintaining the flexibility to balance and shift focus to manage competing priorities. You are an excellent communicator and are comfortable providing expert guidance on financial reporting, budget development and policy interpretation.
You have excellent organizational, analytical and time management skills, with the ability to use good judgment and tact in all interactions. You are able to investigate, identify and solve problems quickly and effectively, with strong interpersonal skills for relationship building and collaboration with teammates and clients alike. You approach situations from a team perspective and understand that collaboration and mutual support contribute to the best outcomes.
Bring Your Excellence to the LAO
Your background includes a degree in a related field such as accounting, finance or business administration, plus a minimum of 3 years of significant and progressive directly related experience post-designation.
Completion of a recognized accounting designation program (CPA, CA, CMA or CGA) is required.
You are a self-motivated individual with a blend of analytical skills, financial acumen and excellent communication and advisory skills. Your experience within a public service environment is an advantage.
**Candidates who do not yet have their designation but are actively working towards it may be considered at a lower classification.
Why Choose the LAO
We are offering a salaried, full-time position in a skilled, diverse, and united workforce, where employees feel engaged, supported, safe, respected and valued. The monthly salary range for this position is $6,789.87 - $8,917.63, dependent on qualifications. We support your career development throughout your time with us at the LAO.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes health and dental options you can choose based on your needs and alter annually at Choice Point time and an annual Health Spending Account to supplement your coverage. As a salaried employee you will also participate in the Alberta public service pension plan (PSPP).
We value employee wellness and work-life balance. The LAO starts all salaried employees at 15 days of vacation per year and provides a variety of leaves for life events. All employees can access the free and confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program.
To apply for this position, please submit your resumé and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience to hr@assembly.ab.ca . The deadline for applications is September 26, 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
About Legislative Assembly of Alberta
The Legislative Assembly is the focal point of our democratic process. It is responsible for the passing of laws, the approval of policies and the development of programs, all of which affect our way of life in Alberta.
Legislative Assembly Office employees provide nonpartisan, procedural, administrative and educational services to the Members of the Legislative Assembly and the public.
Established in 1983, the origins of Alberta’s Legislative Assembly Office can be traced back to 14th-century England, when Parliament elected the first Speaker and appointed the first Clerk. The Legislative Assembly Office works hard to uphold and abide by parliamentary tradition while at the same time ensuring our operations are run in a nonpartisan manner and respond to the needs of the Members we serve. The Legislative Assembly Office is a unique entity separate from government with the dedication and commitment to provide all Members of the Legislative Assembly, regardless of party affiliation, with the support they need to represent and serve their constituents.
For more information about the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, please visit assembly.ab.ca.
Senior Financial Analyst
Top Benefits
About the role
Branch: Financial Management
Type: Full-time
Date Posted: September 12, 2025
Application Deadline: September 26, 2025
Participate in Meaningful Work
As a Senior Financial Analyst at the Legislative Assembly Office (LAO) your role will involve analyzing financial documents, preparing financial reports and delivering customized, responsive services. You will work closely with various LAO branches, caucuses and Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) to communicate year-end processing guidelines effectively and resolve any arising issues while ensuring audit requirements are met and annual budgets are completed. This includes managing activities to meet strict deadlines and regulatory requirements and ensuring all transactions and reconciliations comply with Public Sector Accounting Standards and legislative guidelines.
Your expertise will be required in financial reporting, accounting, budget development and policy interpretation. You will also communicate and provide information to Treasury Board and Finance and ensure timely public posting of the required quarterly MLA expense disclosure reports. As a member of CPA Canada you will apply your knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards and financial analysis to support the LAO's objectives with integrity.
Contribute to an Engaged Workplace
You are an individual who has demonstrated success in building and leveraging relationships to understand financial needs and translate them into effective financial strategies. You utilize your strong expertise in financial analysis and your ability to influence while consulting on complex financial issues in a dynamic political environment. Your strategic orientation allows you to excel at analyzing existing financial processes and programs and proposing creative and forward-looking enhancements. You excel at coordinating multiple financial projects while maintaining the flexibility to balance and shift focus to manage competing priorities. You are an excellent communicator and are comfortable providing expert guidance on financial reporting, budget development and policy interpretation.
You have excellent organizational, analytical and time management skills, with the ability to use good judgment and tact in all interactions. You are able to investigate, identify and solve problems quickly and effectively, with strong interpersonal skills for relationship building and collaboration with teammates and clients alike. You approach situations from a team perspective and understand that collaboration and mutual support contribute to the best outcomes.
Bring Your Excellence to the LAO
Your background includes a degree in a related field such as accounting, finance or business administration, plus a minimum of 3 years of significant and progressive directly related experience post-designation.
Completion of a recognized accounting designation program (CPA, CA, CMA or CGA) is required.
You are a self-motivated individual with a blend of analytical skills, financial acumen and excellent communication and advisory skills. Your experience within a public service environment is an advantage.
**Candidates who do not yet have their designation but are actively working towards it may be considered at a lower classification.
Why Choose the LAO
We are offering a salaried, full-time position in a skilled, diverse, and united workforce, where employees feel engaged, supported, safe, respected and valued. The monthly salary range for this position is $6,789.87 - $8,917.63, dependent on qualifications. We support your career development throughout your time with us at the LAO.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes health and dental options you can choose based on your needs and alter annually at Choice Point time and an annual Health Spending Account to supplement your coverage. As a salaried employee you will also participate in the Alberta public service pension plan (PSPP).
We value employee wellness and work-life balance. The LAO starts all salaried employees at 15 days of vacation per year and provides a variety of leaves for life events. All employees can access the free and confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program.
To apply for this position, please submit your resumé and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience to hr@assembly.ab.ca . The deadline for applications is September 26, 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
About Legislative Assembly of Alberta
The Legislative Assembly is the focal point of our democratic process. It is responsible for the passing of laws, the approval of policies and the development of programs, all of which affect our way of life in Alberta.
Legislative Assembly Office employees provide nonpartisan, procedural, administrative and educational services to the Members of the Legislative Assembly and the public.
Established in 1983, the origins of Alberta’s Legislative Assembly Office can be traced back to 14th-century England, when Parliament elected the first Speaker and appointed the first Clerk. The Legislative Assembly Office works hard to uphold and abide by parliamentary tradition while at the same time ensuring our operations are run in a nonpartisan manner and respond to the needs of the Members we serve. The Legislative Assembly Office is a unique entity separate from government with the dedication and commitment to provide all Members of the Legislative Assembly, regardless of party affiliation, with the support they need to represent and serve their constituents.
For more information about the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, please visit assembly.ab.ca.