Fiscal Analyst / Auditor

Government of PEI; Charlottetown; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks paid vacation

Training funds

Employee assistance program

Pension plan

Health and dental benefits

Job summary

The Government of Prince Edward Island is seeking a senior professional to analyze and audit budgetary, financial, personnel and administrative matters. You will provide comprehensive advice to senior leadership and ensure operations align with policies and legislation.

Responsibilities include monitoring budget variances, preparing reports, and developing investment scenarios in collaboration with senior management. A strong accounting background and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have professional accounting designation (CPA/CFA/CA).
• University degree at the bachelor level in a related discipline.
• Considerable experience in financial management at senior level.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis on financial and administrative issues to provide recommendations and objective commentary.
• Gather, analyze and summarize financial information for reports and briefing materials.
• Formulate action plans with divisional staff and provide conclusions and options to management.

Skills

CPA/CFA/CA designation

Leadership experience

Analytical mind

Strong communication skills

Budgeting expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline

Professional accounting designation

Tools

Oracle FIS Financial

Oracle PeopleSoft

Excel/Spreadsheets

Word

Job description

Job ID: #175287

The Department of Treasury Board Secretariatis committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility. Our goal is to build a public sector workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to promote welcoming, diverse, inclusive, respectful workplaces that are accessible to all. We welcome all interested individuals including Indigenous People, persons with disabilities, Black, racialized, ethnic and culturally diverse groups, as well as people regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identities, and gender expressions. Those looking for more information are invited to visit ourEquity, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy.

This is a senior level professional position requiring the analysis, assessment and audit of budgetary, financial, personnel and administrative matters, proposals and activities of various divisions. This position is responsible for ensuring that operations are in accordance with Treasury Board, fiscal and administrative policies and legislation. Activities include assisting Senior Management Teams and directors/managers when required. This position provides comprehensive advice and recommendations, with appropriate objective, rationale and background to Senior’s leadership on financial and operational matters. This position reports to the Director of Finances and provides leadership to the Department of Transportation & Infrastructure and Department of Energy.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Conduct research and analysis on financial and administrative issues to provide statistical and financial support as well as provide recommendations and/or objective commentary on issues;
• Gather, analyze, synthesize and summarize financial information for inclusion in reports, funding agreements, briefing materials etc.;
• Work with appropriate divisional staff to formulate action plans and options. Provide conclusions, recommendations, and options to management on these action plans, and assist in the implementation of approved action plans;
• Provide comprehensive analysis and advice to divisional staff/management with regards to Treasury Board and Executive Council submissions;
• Provide guidance, advice and support to senior management, directors, and managers regarding governmental, departmental, financial and administrative policies, legislation and regulations;
• Regular monitoring of budget variances to ensure financial accountability. Preparation of reports for directors/managers may be required to disseminate information and assist directors/managers with monitoring of spending. Corrective actions may be suggested when appropriate;
• As part of the departments annual Management Plan process, work closely with directors and managers to compile information (financial and otherwise) to develop investment and mitigation scenarios to be brought forward for review and discussion by the Senior Management;
• Position costing;
• Analyzing staffing scenarios;
• Other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a professional accounting designation or chartered financial analyst designation;
• Must have a University Degree at the Bachelor’s level in a related discipline;
• Considerable experience in financial management at a senior level;
• Demonstrated equivalencies will be considered;
• Considerable experience with a thorough knowledge of Oracle FIS Financial, Budget management systems, Oracle PeopleSoft, Excel/Spreadsheets, and a good understanding of Word is required;
• Supervisory or leadership experience;
• Must have proven interpersonal, leadership, organizational and strong communications skills;
• A thorough understanding and proven skills in proper budgeting processes;
• A strong analytical mind with the ability to see both the detail and the global picture;
• The ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with various levels within Government, and outside stakeholders both verbally and in writing;
• The ability to work under extreme pressure to meet both internal and external deadlines;
• Applicants must have a good previous work and attendance record;
• The successful applicant must provide a satisfactory Criminal Records Check prior to beginning employment;

Other Qualifications:

• Experience in preparation of Treasury Board and Executive Council Submissions would be an asset;
• Experience in comprehensive (value-for-money) as well as financial statement auditing would be an asset.

Benefits:

• 4 weeks paid vacation annually, as per the Terms and Conditions for Excluded Employees
• Up to $2,500 annual training funds
• Employee assistance program
• Pension Plan
• Employer-paid health and dental benefits

This position may be used to fill future vacancies.

The Public Service is inspired to make a positive impact and proud to shape the future of our Island Community.

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Languages:

• English