Financial Services Officer 1

Government of Nova Scotia; Halifax; On-site; CAD 1,000 - 3,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Nova Scotia seeks a Financial Services Officer responsible for analyzing financial reports and supporting budgeting processes. The ideal candidate will have accounting training and experience, proficiency in Excel, and excellent analytical skills. This term position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Health, Dental, Life Insurance

Vacation and Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Two years post-secondary accounting training with three years related experience.
• Ability to interpret government policies.
• Proficient in Microsoft suite and financial management systems.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for financial reports for budgeting and business planning.
• Support financial transaction approval and reconciliation.
• Compile data for annual budget preparation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Time management

Education

Post-secondary professional accounting training

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

Competition # : 46260

Department: Finance and Treasury Board

Location: HALIFAX

Type of Employment: Term

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: 25-Jun-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

At the Department of Finance and Treasury Board we strive to provide financial leadership, analysis and policies that strengthen Nova Scotia. As stewards of the province’s financial affairs, we deliver a wide range of corporate fiscal and management services – including the preparation of the provincial budget – as well as ensure government plans are coordinated and fiscally responsible.

We are constantly looking for new and better ways to plan, manage, budget and invest. For more information please click here: https://www.novascotia.ca/finance/en/home/default.aspx

About Our Opportunity

As the Financial Services Officer (FSO), you will be responsible for the collection, compilation, preparation, and analysis of financial reports used in budgeting and business planning processes.

You may also be responsible in supporting the maintenance and forecasting of departmental salaries, analysing financial cost drivers provided by external providers, and reconciling monthly expenditure/revenue and asset/liability accounts.

As the Financial Services Officer you will report to a Financial Services Officer 3 or may report directly/indirectly to the Manager, Financial Advisory Services.

Primary Accountabilities

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Supports the financial transaction approval and reconciliation process which includes the development, implementation and ensuring sufficient data, documentation and audit trails exist to support the financial transactions;
• Provides information and recommendations to financial staff on matters relating to accounting and audit procedures, financial policies, and government financial reporting system (SAP);
• Assists the Financial Services Team by compiling data for the preparation and distribution of annual budgets; and
• Analyzes and maintains budget expenditures and revenues, monthly forecasts, annual estimates and makes recommendations based on analysis.
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

This may be the right opportunity for you if you have two (2) years of post-secondary professional accounting training along with three (3) years of related experience. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be acceptable.

As the ideal candidate, you have a sound working knowledge of accounting and finance procedures and policies. You have a working knowledge of regulations, policies and generally accepted accounting/auditing principles. The ability to interpret and apply government policies and procedures would be considered an asset.

Proficiency in using computer systems, database systems, internet-based applications, Microsoft suite of services (Excel in particular) is essential. While not required, it is considered an asset if you are proficient with the corporate financial management system (SAP) and Salary Analysis System (SAS). In addition, you can effectively manage multiple projects in a high-volume, team-oriented environment with a client service focus.

You possess exceptional time management and attention to detail skills to provide accurate, consistent and timely financial information. You also have communication (written and verbal) and relationship-building skills to interact and maintain relationships with various internal and external stakeholders. You also can work independently as well as part of the team.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

Additional Information

This is a TERM employment opportunity with an anticipated end date of June 1, 2027. The appointment status (‘term’, ‘temporary’ or ‘casual’) is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.

What We Offer

• Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
• Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
• Countless career paths
• Department specific flexible working schedules
  
  

Pay Grade: TE 18

Salary Range: $1,864.28 - $2,189.32 Bi-Weekly

Employment Equity Statement

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.

Accommodation Statement

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

This Is a Bargaining Unit Position Initially Restricted To Current Civil Service Employees Represented By The Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If Applying From Outside a Government Office, Employees Must Apply Correctly Via This Link



Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.

External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to [e-mail].