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

Located in Fort Simpson, the Financial Services Officer reports directly to the Manager, Financial Operations, and works with the Supervisor, Financial Operations and 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; verification of financial transactions; preparation of financial reports; and, providing support to NTHSSA Staff including Program Managers, Chief Operating Officers and Executive Directors.

The Financial Services Officer position is the primary role responsible for coordinating and supporting all financial functions for the Dehcho Region of the NTHSSA in accordance with appropriate government policies and procedures for both the Financial Operations and Accounts Receivable Units within the Financial Services Division. This includes supporting the day-to-day operations for the Division which provides central coordination and support of financial and operational processes for the NTHSSA.

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.
¿ Skilled in the use of a computer and software applications such as MS Word, Excel, and computerized accounting systems.
¿ Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning Systems.
¿ Ability to interpret financial statements and reports.
¿ Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
¿ Ability to organize time effectively and meet deadlines.
¿ Ability to work with people in an effective, tactful manner.
¿ Ability to commit to actively upholding and consistently practicing personal diversity, inclusion and cultural awareness, as well as safety and sensitivity approaches in the workplace.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
Completion of a relevant post-secondary degree and three years related experience.
Equivalent combinations of education qualifications and experience will be considered on an
individual basis.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Dehcho HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
2nd Floor, Chief Baptiste Cazon Building
9802 98 Avenue
BOX 290
FORT SIMPSON, NT X0E 0N0
Tel (867) 288-0334
Fax (867) 695-3100
jobsdehcho@gov.nt.ca

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.