financial control officer

Government of Canada - Western; Richmond; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government entity is seeking an experienced financial manager to oversee accounting operations, ensure compliance with standards, and develop financial plans for clients. The role requires strong communication skills and proficiency in accounting software. This is an on-site position with no remote work options.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Oversee payroll administration.

Skills

Accurate

Dependability

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Organized

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Accounting software

MS Office

MS Excel

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

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

Responsibilities Tasks

• 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 Computer and technology knowledge

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

Additional information 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