Financial Officer

Senate of Canada | Sénat du Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental body located in Ottawa seeks a Financial Officer. The candidate will review and process financial transactions while providing accounting services to Senators. A post-secondary diploma and two years of relevant experience are required, along with proficiency in financial regulations and systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience processing accounts payables and/or receivables.
• Experience analyzing financial transactions for policy compliance.
• Demonstrated experience in account verification.

Responsibilities

• Review and process financial transactions to ensure compliance.
• Maintain accurate financial information.
• Provide financial services to Senators and their staff.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Financial regulations knowledge

Client advisory skills

MS Office Suite proficiency

Analytical skills

Education

Post-Secondary school diploma

Tools

Integrated Finance and Materiel System (e.g., UNIT4, SAP)

Job description

Financial Officer

Directorate: Finance and Procurement

Classification: SEN 6: $69,034 - $87,350

Job Type: Indeterminate Appointment (permanent, full-time)

Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Closing Date: Tuesday, August 5, 2025

About the Senate

The Senate plays a unique role in shaping our country’s democracy. As members of the upper house of Parliament, senators examine legislation, study public policy, champion causes and conduct interparliamentary diplomacy.

As a workplace, the Senate is composed of dynamic people representing our nation’s diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is provided full and equal opportunity and access to employment, development and advancement. Build and advance your career by joining a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence in support of senators and the institution.

How will you contribute?

Under the supervision of the Senior Financial Officer, you will review and process financial transactions to ensure that they comply with Senate policies and guidelines. The successful candidate will be responsible for the input and maintenance of accurate financial information. The Financial Officer will provide a range of accounting and financial services to Senators and their staff as well as employees of the Senate Administration. If you are a team player with an eye for detail, we want to hear from you.

Open to

The general public to staff one (1) indeterminate, full-time position in the Finance and Procurement Directorate.

This selection process may be used to staff determinate or indeterminate positions at the same level with similar requirements.

The Senate of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve, starting with an inclusive and barrier-free hiring process. You are entitled to apply in the official language of your choice (English or French) and you can request to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Prerequisites

• Post-Secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience;
• Minimum of one (2) years of experience processing transactions, such as accounts payables, and/or accounts receivables using a financial management system or enterprise resource planning software (ERP);
• Two (2) years of experience working directly with a variety of client groups advising on the application of financial regulations and directives;
• Experience in analyzing financial transactions to ensure compliance with policies and accounting standards;
• Demonstrated experience in account verification of transactions;
• Ability to analyze accounting statistics and report findings;
• Ability to plan, organize and establish priorities;
• Ability to effectively use MS Office Suite;
• Experience using an Integrated Finance and Materiel System such as UNIT4, SAP, FreeBlance and the Receiver General’s Payment Systems is considered an asset;
• Previous relevant experience with an employer on Parliament Hill (House of Commons, Library of Parliament, or PPS) is considered an asset.

Linguistic Requirements

English Reading Comprehension: B

English Written Expression: B

English Oral Interaction: B

French Reading Comprehension: B

French Written Expression: B

French Oral Interaction: B

Competencies

Integrity

Respect

Service

Judgment

Adaptability

Communication

Teamwork and cooperation

Organizational Needs

The Senate of Canada is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive workplace where all employees are provided full and equal access to employment, development and advancement opportunities.

Conditions of Employment

Candidates must consent to supply personal information and obtain a security accreditation to be eligible for appointment.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.