Senior Financial Analyst

Government of Nova Scotia; Halifax; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Nova Scotia is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to strengthen the fiscal sustainability of the province. This role involves coordinating the budget, analyzing revenues, and providing financial advice. A strong financial background, analytical skills, and strategic thinking are essential for success in this role.

Benefits

Career Development

Engaging workplace

Wide range of benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in financial management or policy analysis.
• Strong understanding of budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Experience in government structure and fiscal management.

Responsibilities

• Provide fiscal plan and forecast coordination services.
• Compile and analyze provincial revenues throughout the year.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for Executive Council.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance, Economics

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

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. If you are detail oriented, with a strong analytical skill, we have an exciting opportunity for you to explore as a Senior Finacial Analyst.

About Our Opportunity

The Senior Financial Analyst contributes to the fiscal sustainability of the Province of Nova Scotia by providing fiscal plan and forecast coordination services and support to the provincial corporate budgeting, fiscal planning and forecasting processes.

As the Senior Financial Analyst, you will support monitoring and analysis of provincial revenues and coordination of the Province’s budget. You will provide financial analysis and policy advice on the financial implications of a broad range of topics arising from all departments, agencies, boards and commissions, helping to ensure that government’s policy decisions are coordinated and fiscally responsible. You will contribute to the development of the provincial budget, forecasts, multiyear fiscal plan and debt reduction plan through the timely coordination of budget and forecast-related data, including revenues, debt servicing costs, pension valuation analysis, net income from government business enterprises, and expenditure data from Treasury Board Office.

As the Senior Financial Analyst, you will report to the Director.

Primary Accountabilities

The Senior Financial Analyst responsibilities also include :

• Compile, analyze and report on provincial revenues throughout the year and during the development of the annual budget.
• Liaise with Treasury Board Office during the budget process and during the development of multi-year fiscal plans to develop strong knowledge of corporate expenditure budget pressures and implications to the bottom line.
• Represent the Department of Finance and Treasury Board on various committees, forums, special studies and projects as designated.
• Review, identify, and research various potential issues, from a risk management perspective, that are related to or may impact upon the budget, forecasts or fiscal plan of the Province.
• Project management, including research, development of policies and procedures, documentation of processes, analysis of financial impacts, implementation plans, communication and education, and evaluation of results.
• Prepare Reports and Recommendations to Executive Council, Memorandum to Executive Council, briefing materials and presentations on various topics.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

This may be the right opportunity for you if you have an undergraduate degree from a related field (Business Administration, Commerce, Finance, Economics) with a minimum of 5 years related experience; or an equivalent such as a master’s degree from a related field with 2 years of related experience. You have previous experience in financial management and / or policy analysis, development and coordination.

You have a strong understanding of budgeting and forecasting processes in government or a large organization. You are familiar with government structure, legislation, regulation and policy in a government environment. You possess strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, demonstrated leadership capability and exceptional communication (written and verbal) and facilitation skills. You have solid technical knowledge with proficiency in the Microsoft Suite of software including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

While not required, it is considered an asset if you have a background in finance, economics, accounting and taxation, as well as familiarity with issues related to fiscal planning, economic policy, financial sector policy, debt and debt management, and budget issues in Nova Scotia. A professional designation in accounting or finance would be an asset.

Equivalency

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

LEADS

The Government of Nova Scotia has adopted the LEADS Leadership Framework. During the interview, candidates will be expected to express how they have demonstrated the key behaviours and capabilities required to effectively lead in a caring and inclusive environment. LEADS Domains includes Leads Self,Engage Others, Achieve Results, Develop Coalitions and Systems Transformation.

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

Based on the employment status and Union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.

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

Pay Grade : EC 12 Salary Range : $3,;- $4,;Bi-Weekly

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