financial control officer

Government of Canada - Central; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Ottawa seeks an experienced financial manager to oversee accounting systems and a team of up to 20 staff. The role involves managing financial reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and providing financial advice. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of relevant experience. This position requires attention to detail and strong leadership skills. Benefits include health and dental plans, as well as opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Free parking available

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience in accounting or financial management.
• Proficient in managing accounting systems and financial reporting.
• Ability to supervise a team of 16-20 personnel.

Responsibilities

• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements.
• Ensure compliance to accounting standards and internal control.
• Prepare financial statements and reports for clients.

Skills

Accounting software expertise

Financial analysis

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Client focus

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

QuickBooks

Simply Accounting

TaxPrep

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work setting

• Relocation costs covered by employer
• Private company, corporation or industry

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements
• Plan, set up and administer accounting systems
• Supervise staff
• Analyze clients' financial records
• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
• Prepare financial information for individuals, departments or companies
• Prepare reports and audit findingsMake recommendations concerning cash management, insurance coverage, investment planning, retirement and estate planning
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices
• Arrange for sale of financial products and investments
• Develop and maintain cost findings, reporting and internal control procedure
• Prepare income tax returns from accounting records
• Analyze financial documents and reports
• Examine accounting records
• Provide financial, business and tax advice
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
• Oversee payroll administration

Supervision

• 16-20 people

Experience and specialization

• Automatic data processing (ADP)
• Accounting software
• Simply Accounting
• Quick Books
• Database software
• MS Office
• MS Excel
• MS Windows
• TaxPrep
• MS Outlook
• Software development

Area of specialization

• Financial planning
• Risk management
• Financial examination
• Financial technology
• Accounting

Additional information

• Bondable
• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large caseload
• Large workload

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Ability to multitask
• Due diligence
• Proactive

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities