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Closing Date

2026-05-01

Reference Number

26-968-06-022

Job Category

Experienced

Who Can Apply

Canadian Citizens

Location

Ottawa, Ontario

Salary Range

$77,427 - $94,177

• This position is eligible for the Financial Officer Retention Allowance once they have reached the maximum of their salary scale

Status

Indeterminate (permanent)

Language Requirement

Bilingual Imperative BBB

##Job Summary

FINANCIAL OFFICER

• The Financial Officer is responsible for a specific sub-set of the tasks below, which varies by position:

• Coordinating efforts around the quality assurance function for the integrity of financial data to be entered into the organization’s financial system.

• Providing guidance and instruction to employees in carrying out their financial management functions.

• Supervising the activities of a team of employees by setting annual work objectives, coordinating and prioritizing how the activities to complete objectives, and providing continued feedback on performance. Overseeing the payment functions, including approving payments.

• Reconciling and analyzing financial data to supporting documents or other internal or external systems to ensure the integrity of data in the organization’s financial system.

• Analyzing financial data and incorporating the analysis into reports to support management decision-making process.

• Supporting the management of the delegation of financial signing authorities by administering various aspects of the internal controls system over these authorities.

• Supporting the maintenance of the organization’s financial system by performing routine system maintenance functions and coordinating problem resolution in respect to these systems.

##Education

• Undergraduate degree with a specialization in accounting, finance, business administration, commerce or economics and one (1) years of experience*
• College diploma in accounting, finance, business administration, commerce or economics and two (2) years of experience*
• Canada Financial Management Certificate and two (2) years of recent**experience*

**Recent is defined as experience acquired within the last seven (7) years of experience.

The undergraduate degree/College Diploma must be in the field of studies needed for the position. It must be obtained from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada. If you completed a program outside of Canada, you will be required to obtain proof of a Canadian equivalency at your expense from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada.

##Experience

• Experience is defined as experience related to positions in the Financial Management subgroup.

Additional experience required: must include at least two (2) of the following areas of activity:

• Experience in applying financial policies;

• Experience providing advice to managers or employees on financial matters;

• Experience in accounting operations;

• Experience in using and managing a financial system.

##Competencies

• Analytical Skills
• Rigour
• Behavioural Flexibility
• Collaboration
• Client Service

##Assets

An asset qualification is a qualification which can enhance the ability to perform the work based on current and future business requirements, but which is not strictly required. Positions will be staffed based on the selection decision principle and operational priorities.

• Experience in using Excel

##Conditions of Employment

While we continue to explore opportunities for flexible work arrangements, most roles in our organization require an in-office presence. However, alternative options may be available for certain positions, depending on their specific requirements.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Competency Based Interview

The Competency Based Interview will assess candidates’ experience, knowledge, and the competencies listed in the section above.

##Official Language (OL) Proficiency

The immediate need is to staff positions with a linguistic profile of BBB/BBB imperative.

For more information on language requirements: (external link www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs/language-requirements-candidates.)

##Notes

If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please mention it to the HR representative.

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##Security Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to receive an Enhanced Top Secret security clearance. The process involves a security interview, a polygraph, and a background investigation that includes credit and financial verifications. The use of illegal drugs is a criminal offense. Drug use is an important factor considered in your reliability and suitability assessment during the selection process. Therefore it is important not to use any illegal drugs from the time you submit your application.

##Others

####Important

Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their application how they meet each Education and Experience criteria. Failure to do so will result in the applicant being screened out of the career opportunity.

CSIS is a separate employer and is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA). CSIS has its own classification, compensation system, and a different staffing regime. As such, we use a different staffing process and terminology.

CSIS is committed to building a workforce that is truly representative of the Canadians it serves by cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace environment. This will be achieved by increasing employment equity group representation (including persons with disabilities, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and women) at all levels within the organization through hiring and talent management practices. Gaps have been identified among Indigenous peoples and visible minorities for this position. We will also ensure that appropriate accommodations are made (e.g., specialized equipment, changes to physical workspace) to provide employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. In support of achieving a greater, diverse and skilled workforce, we strongly encourage those individuals who belong to one or more of the employment equity groups to self-identify when applying.

Should you require accommodation in relation to a disability, please tell us at the beginning of the selection process. This information will be kept confidential.

CSIS Offices in Canada are located on various ancestral and traditional lands. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge all Indigenous People across Canada and their connection to these lands.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in CSIS. However, only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted.