Financial Services Analyst

Job title:

Financial Services Analyst

Company

Halifax

Job description

Job PostingHalifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for two (2) permanent, full-time positions of Financial Services Analyst in the Accounting & Financial Reporting Division of Finance & Asset Management.Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.Reporting to the Director of Accounting & Financial Reporting, the Financial Services Analyst provides professional financial analysis, program, service analysis & advice to assigned HRM Business Units. Works with business unit and finance team to provide/coordinate provision of professional financial & analysis support of outcomes included in business plans, operational plans & business cases. Prepares monthly financial reports, provides financial analysis & support to HRM business units in preparation & monthly projections and month end entries, as well as other work as needed.The Financial Services Analyst ensures that generally accepted accounting principles are adhered to within the organization, HRM Financial Policy is respected & outcomes contained in the Finance business plan are achieved.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and distribute monthly financial reports for assigned business units including summary of variances and significant financial issues.
• Under the direction of the Director, Accounting & Financial Reporting, and in coordination with the assigned Financial Business Partner, provide business unit support in the research, analysis and implementation of new initiatives and special projects including costing of collective agreements and financial review, financial analysis of proposals, changes to business process and cash flow analysis.
• Provide support to development of policies and procedures as required.
• Ensure that high standards of customer service and satisfaction are achieved through discussion with client business units regarding deliverables and required outcomes.
• Provide training to budget managers and administration staff of business units on SAP projections including interpretation of reports, projection changes and explanation of variances, and input of budget information.
• Assist, through research and analysis, with the preparation and review of special purpose reports in support of business unit requirements, including Council reports.
• Facilitate the completion of the year end analytical review and address year end issues with business units in conjunction with Financial Business Partners.
• Assist in completing Accounting and Financial Reporting Division objectives identified through the Finance and Asset Management annual business plan and in resolution of issues identified throughout the year; includes participation on work committees.
• In conjunction with other team members within the Accounting Division, review accounting routines within HRM’s various systems to ensure they are operating as intended.
• Provide support and advice to the business units and the Finance Business Partner.

Finance Best Practices

• Keep abreast of program/business trends, seek opportunity to assist clients.
• Review HRMs various systems & provide training.
• Lead/carry out analysis/costing of alternatives in support of corporate decision-making such as cost associated with labor or other contract negotiation, lease vs buy decision, new initiative, other financing considerations.
• Promote strong customer service orientation, monitor service performance, ensure high standards of customer service/satisfaction.
• Provide support to development of policy/procedure as required.
• In conjunction with the Accounting Division, review accounting routines within HRM’s various systems to ensure they are operating as intended.
• Provide assistance re: claims/cost submissions.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Experience:

• Post secondary degree in Business, Public Administration or related field & five years of broad financial management experience.
• Willingness to pursue a professional accounting designation is desirable.

Technical/Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret complex financial issues and reports.
• Advanced knowledge of computerized accounting systems and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of SAP.
• Sound knowledge of municipal government accounting and reporting and generally accepted accounting principles.

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening checkPlease note – Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.Competencies: Analytical Thinking; Communication; Customer Service; Organizational Awareness; Teamwork & Cooperation; Valuing Diversity; Value & EthicsWORK STATUS: Two (2) permanent, full-time positionsHOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week (Core hours 8.30am- 4.30pm) with flexibility required. Flex options to work outside of these hours and hybrid may be availableSALARY: Non-Union Level NU5 – $66,170 – 85,630WORK LOCATION: 5th Floor Alderney Gate, Dartmouth, NSCLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on Sunday, June 30, 2024Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted
During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) & who require accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Recruiter when invited to the assessment process.(position#78640133 & 78640134)

Expected salary

$66170 – 85630 per year

Location

Dartmouth, NS

Job date

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 02:17:31 GMT

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