financial control officer

Government of Canada - Central; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector entity in Ontario is seeking an experienced professional to analyze financial records and prepare financial statements. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and CPA certification. Candidates should have 2-3 years of relevant experience and excellent communication skills. The position entails hybrid work, requiring both in-person and remote completion of tasks.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Pension plan

Travel insurance

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience required.
• Ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Train staff and analyze clients' financial records.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Prepare financial statements and reports for clients.

Skills

Training staff

Financial analysis

Accounting standards compliance

Financial planning

Report preparation

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Hybrid

Work must be completed both in person and remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Train staff
• Analyze clients' financial records
• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
• Prepare financial information for individuals, departments or companies
• Develop financial plans for clients
• Prepare reports and audit findings
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices
• Prepare income tax returns from accounting records
• Analyze financial documents and reports
• Examine accounting records
• Assist in the planning and execution of financial statement audits
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Charterered Professional Accountant (CPA)

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• 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
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Ability to multitask
• Adaptability
• Due diligence
• Proactive

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Pension plan

Other benefits

• Other benefits
• Travel insurance