financial control officer

Government of Canada - Atlantic; Richmond; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Richmond is seeking an experienced financial professional to manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree and have 2 to 3 years of experience, showcasing strong skills in accounting, training staff, and ensuring compliance with standards. This position requires working on-site without remote options and offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of relevant experience.
• Strong accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Flexibility and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements.
• Train staff and ensure compliance with standards.
• Analyze financial documents and reports.

Skills

Accounting software

MS Office

MS Excel

MS Windows

MS Outlook

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Location

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
• Train staff
• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
• Develop financial plans for clients
• Make recommendations concerning cash management, insurance coverage, investment planning, retirement and estate planning
• Develop and maintain cost findings, reporting and internal control procedure
• Review and examine financial services and institutions to ensure compliance with governing legislation and regulation
• Analyze financial documents and reports
• Examine accounting records
• Oversee payroll administration

Experience and specialization

• Accounting software
• MS Office
• MS Excel
• MS Windows
• MS Outlook

Personal suitability

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