Strategic Budget & Forecast Analyst

Avenue.io Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alberta Public Service is seeking a Budget Analyst to support budget planning, forecasting and financial analysis for the Infrastructure ministry in Edmonton. Reporting to the Coordinator, Budget and Forecasting, you will help develop three-year plans and prepare information to assist senior leadership.

You will coordinate forecasts, support prudent practices, and work with the Finance Branch to deliver high-quality financial services. A cover letter and education details are required.

Qualifications

• University graduation in a related field such as Business, Finance, Accounting, Commerce or Management.
• Equivalencies: An equivalent combination of education and experience which includes a minimum, completion of a recognized applied accounting degree or diploma program.
• Assets: Experience preparing briefing materials and presentations that translate financial data into meaningful information for decision makers.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience in financial administration, monitoring, projecting, costing and budgeting concepts.
• Experience in leading the preparation and overseeing complex budget forecast submissions within a large organization.
• Experience working with ERP/SAP and ability to manipulate data sets using Excel.
• Knowledge of PSAS (Public Sector Accounting Standards) and ability to interpret PSAS for monitoring, recording, reporting and interpretation of financial information.
• Security screening required; willingness to undergo background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the business plan and current year budget information from assigned Division(s), including revenue, expenditure, capital investment, amortization, HR (FTEs) explanations; ensure amounts are reasonable and complete.
• Assist with the compilation of estimates, income statements and financial information.
• Assist in coordinating quarterly and monthly forecasts and financial updates.
• Support development of prudent business practices and design guidelines to improve ministry accountability.
• Work collaboratively with Finance Branch to deliver quality financial services.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Commerce or Management

Tools

ERP/SAP

PSAS

Excel

PowerPoint

Word/Outlook

Job description

The Alberta Public Service is seeking a Budget Analyst to support budget planning, forecasting and financial analysis for the Infrastructure ministry in Edmonton. Reporting to the Coordinator, Budget and Forecasting, you will help develop three-year plans and prepare information to assist senior leadership.

You will coordinate forecasts, support prudent practices, and work with the Finance Branch to deliver high-quality financial services. A cover letter and education details are required.