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Financial Management Analyst

Financial Management Analyst

City of ReginaRegina, SK
30+ days ago
Salary
CAD82442–CAD102938 yearly
Job description

Job ID : 2271

Openings : 1

Jurisdiction : Civic Middle Management

Division : Financial Strategy & Sustainability

Department : Financial Services

Branch : Public Accounting & Reporting

Location Name : Regina, Saskatchewan, CA

Type of Posting : Internal & External

Employment Type : Term up to 2 years

Hourly Salary : $43.24 - $53.99

Annual Salary : $82,442.00 - $102,938.00

Date Posted : July 9, 2024

Closing Date : July 23, 2024

Land Acknowledgement

We are proud to reside on Treaty 4 Territory and the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakota, Lakota, and Métis Nation, honoring and respecting these Nations and ancestors of this territory and grateful to be here. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Regina is an equal opportunities employer dedicated to fostering a respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace, allowing everyone to achieve their full potential. We value diversity as a key to our success and encourage all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, people of color, 2SLGBTQIAP+ individuals of all genders, persons of disabilities, and members of equity-seeking communities, to apply.

The City of Regina is committed to ensure accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform our Talent team and we'll collaborate with you to address your requirements.

Position Summary

The City of Regina is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Financial Management Analyst to join our team. This position is responsible for providing advanced technical and accounting support, including financial analysis and reporting, statistical analysis, benchmarking, forecasting, and cost accounting. The role involves managing financial systems, such as Oracle EBS, and ensuring the integrity and accuracy of data. Reporting to the Manager of Public Accounting and Reporting, the successful candidate will coordinate activities of Financial Administration Business Systems Analysts and contribute to the development and documentation of policies and procedures in compliance with Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS).

Key Duties & Responsibilities

  • Financial Analysis and Reporting : Review and analyze financial management and accounting processes, identifying opportunities for improvement. Participate in the coordination, preparation, and analysis of fiscal management and administrative processes. Develop and recommend financial reports to support external legislative reporting, including the annual report, public accounts, and commodity taxes. Create financial models and reporting tools for decision-making, such as long-range financial planning, fee reviews, and cost accounting.
  • Policy and Procedure Development : Lead the development and documentation of accounting policies, guidelines, and procedures in compliance with PSAS, City policies, and related legislation. Conduct procedure research and analysis to identify trends and issues. Ensure data integrity and support process improvements within the scope of Municipal Benchmarking Network (MBN) reporting.
  • Project Management and Staff Supervision : Develop project plans, monitor and report on project status, and support stakeholders with testing and process improvements. EBS upgrade and systems analysis. Supervise, plan, organize, and direct the activities of assigned staff, providing recruitment, training, performance evaluation, leadership, and mentoring. Develop ad-hoc reports on a corporate and departmental basis. Contribute to team projects and effectively participate as a team member.

Key Qualifications

  • Typically, the knowledge, skill and abilities required are obtained through a University degree in Accounting, supplemented with ongoing related training, education and experience. Willingness to continue to develop professionally and keep up with relevant trends; an accounting designation is a strong asset. In addition, three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible accounting experience, 3-5 years progressively responsible experience in relevant financial systems, preferably Oracle EBS and related modules
  • Strong customer service focus with an attitude of continuous improvement and efficiency.
  • Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and practices, particularly as they relate to financial systems and Public Sector Accounting Board Standards.
  • Ability to prepare complex municipal financial analyses and reports, including sections of the annual report and MBN reporting.
  • Proficiency in interpreting CPA and PSAB handbooks and implementing guidelines as required.
  • In-depth knowledge of computerized financial and operating systems, especially Oracle EBS, and the ability to train others in new technology and procedures.
  • Familiarity with the chart of accounts, design principles, data integrity, reporting, and PSAS.
  • Strong understanding of corporate financial business processes, policies, and procedures, and the ability to document and analyze internal control systems.
  • Advanced skills in developing and working with complex databases.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to establish relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills, with the ability to define problems, analyze data, document findings, and make effective recommendations.

    • Working Conditions

  • Must possess a valid Class 5 driver's license & have a vehicle available for work usage (a per kilometer per day reimbursement is provided).

    • Additional Requirements

    Successful candidate may be required to obtain and provide a satisfactory criminal record check, as per the City of Regina's Criminal Record Check Policy.

    Successful candidate will be required to provide proof of acquired education.

    Additional assessments may be conducted to evaluate competencies, knowledge, skills and abilities.

    Join our team at the City of Regina and contribute to our vibrant community!

    We prioritize your well-being, support your professional growth, and value inclusive hiring. Enjoy competitive compensation, attractive health and wellness benefits, and a variety of educational support and in-house courses for your development.

    If you have a passion for public service and want to make a difference in our community, then come and work with us.