Financial Analyst

Job summary

The Senior Financial Analyst performs complex account reconciliations, financial reporting, and ensures compliance with accounting standards within a public-sector environment. They are responsible for managing month-end and year-end activities while providing technical advice on financial processes and controls.

Job details

Description: The Senior Financial Analyst provides advanced accounting, financial analysis, reconciliation, reporting, and compliance support within a complex public-sector environment. Reporting to the Senior Financial Officer/Executive Director, Finance Facilities and Procurement, the individual is responsible for performing hands-on financial and accounting activities that ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information and reporting. The role requires a strong technical accounting background and the ability to independently manage complex financial transactions, reconciliations, journal entries, month-end and year-end activities, audit support, and financial reporting requirements. The successful candidate will analyze financial data, identify risks and opportunities for improvement, resolve operational accounting issues, and provide advice on financial processes, controls, and compliance requirements. Working closely with internal stakeholders and central agencies, the Senior Financial Analyst supports financial accountability through the application of accounting standards, financial legislation, government policies, and internal controls. The position operates with a high degree of independence and professional judgement while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of financial operations. Key Responsibilities Perform complex account reconciliations, financial analysis, and journal entry preparation. Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes, including month-end and year-end activities. Review financial transactions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable policies and standards. Investigate and resolve accounting, reporting, and financial system issues. Monitor and analyze accounts receivable, revenue, payroll-related transactions, and inter-unit accounts. Support internal and external audit activities through preparation of documentation, reconciliations, and working papers. Identify financial risks, control gaps, and opportunities for process improvement. Develop and maintain financial procedures, documentation, and reporting tools. Provide technical advice and interpretation of accounting standards, policies, legislation, and financial procedures. Support implementation of financial system enhancements, process improvements, and operational initiatives. Preferred Experience Experience with ERP systems Experience supporting audit activities and implementing process improvements. Experience interpreting and applying financial policies and accounting standards. Demonstrated experience in financial operations, reporting, reconciliations, and accounting activities. Knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, reporting, and audit requirements. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and information systems. Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and exercise sound professional judgement. Additional information to suppliers Per worker model below this is a Remote role. Working Hours/location: Standard Hours of work are 8:15 to 4:30 with a 1 hr lunch break Alberta time, Monday through Friday excluding holidays observed by the province. This resource will primarily work remotely; however, based on business needs, the resource may be required to attend meetings or work sessions in office upon reasonable notice from the Province. At the time of providing such notice for these rare onsite meetings, the Province will advise of the distance (estimated to be within 3 hrs of the resource’s home) and expected duration of any such meetings or work sessions. However, time to travel and any associated expenses to and from within Alberta will be at no cost to the Province. Work must be done within Alberta Incumbency: Net new role (2) Background check required. Enhanced/level 2 clearance is required. If awarded they must submit the basic clearance and a credit check. GoA will validate this information. Mandatory Training Courses: Once hired the resource will be required to complete all mandatory training which includes but not limited to Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Security/Cybersecurity, Information Management, and Respect in the Workplace. There may also be other mandatory and/or optional training. Anticipated Interviews dates Interviews are expected to be held between Sep 21-25This is an estimate only. Equipment requirements: The Contractor shall be responsible for providing all its equipment, including computers, software, printers, supplies, desks and chairs. The computer's operating system must be a modern version of Windows or MacOS that is compatible with Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and related software for remote access. Windows is preferred due to better compatibility. AVD/remote-related software will be installed on the resource's computer. However, the Province shall ensure that the Contractor’s resources have the necessary access and credentials to the Government of Alberta’s system. Most of the work will be done using Teams, Excel and SharePoint.

What you’ll do

The Senior Financial Analyst performs complex account reconciliations, financial reporting, and ensures compliance with accounting standards within a public-sector environment. They are responsible for managing month-end and year-end activities while providing technical advice on financial processes and controls.

Requirements

Candidates should have demonstrated experience in financial operations, reporting, and audit activities, with proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel. Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret financial policies and legislation are required.

Listed skills

• ERP systems · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Financial Analysis
• Account Reconciliation
• Financial Reporting
• Technical Accounting
• Audit Support
• Internal Controls
• ERP Systems
• Microsoft Excel
• Journal Entries
• Compliance
• Risk Identification
• Process Improvement
• Public Sector Accounting
• Financial Legislation
• Critical Thinking
• Analytical Skills

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Government & Public Sector
• Consulting
• Management & Leadership
• Administrative