IT Contracts Financial Services Officer - Halifax Regional Municipality, Canada - The Government of Nova Scotia

Description

Competition: #42779

Salary: $3, $3,631.17 Bi-Weekly / $80, $94,410.42 Annually (PR 17)

Position Type: Term (1 Year)

Benefits: Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick/Family Leave, Health, Dental, and Defined Benefits Pension

Location: Halifax

Department: Cyber Security and Digital Solutions

Union Status: NSGEU-NSPG

EOI Close Date: May 10, 2024 @ 11:59PM Atlantic Time

Closing Date: May 17, 2024 @ 11:59PM Atlantic Time

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF CYBER SECURITY AND DIGITAL SOLUTIONS (CSDS)

Welcome to the Department of Cyber Security and Digital Solutions (CSDS)—the centre of digital innovation and enablement within the Nova Scotia Public Service. With a team of over 700 dedicated professionals (and growing), we are at the forefront of designing and delivering digital solutions that enable government to deliver what people expect in the internet era and touch the lives of hundreds of thousands of Nova Scotians every day.

Our Mission: To enable our partners through digital solutions in order to create accessible, user-centered services that improve the quality of life for Nova Scotians. We are leaders in human-centered service design and embrace modern internet-era practices to keep our work cutting-edge and impactful.

Our Reach: Serving an expansive range of departments, from Health to Justice, Education and so much more, CSDS is a pivotal force in the government's digital landscape. Our contributions are vital to the seamless operation and innovation across all sectors, making us one of the largest technology employers east of Montreal, supporting over 11,000 clients.

Our Culture: At CSDS, diversity, inclusion, and belonging are not just ideals; they are the principles that guide our work because we understand the value it brings. We believe in reflecting the diverse community we serve, fostering an environment where every team member can thrive. Our approach to digital service is iterative, open-minded, and always puts people first, ensuring that we deliver services that are not only effective but truly meet the needs of Nova Scotians.

At CSDS, you become a pivotal part of a team dedicated to transforming how digital government services are delivered. Our vision is clear: to create intuitive, inclusive, and user-centered digital solutions that meet the needs of every Nova Scotian. Your work here directly influences the digital landscape of Nova Scotia, presenting endless opportunities to grow, innovate, and make a significant impact.

Your Role and Its Impact:

The IT Contracts Financial Services Officer will be responsible to manage the financial viability and sustainability of our digital services, including the intricacies of cost recovery processes, provide accurate reporting to stakeholders on multiple levels, across multiple platforms, while achieving successful year end balancing of our digital service recoveries. Provide leadership to clients in navigating the sustainable design, build, implementation, and operational financial management for the Digital products and services.

The IT Contract Financial Services Officer will provide service to clients within the NS Government2, NS Health, and the IWK.

In more detail, the Officer will:

• Act as the technical authority in prospective, information gathering, initial meetings evaluating service proposals, technical proposals from both internal and external stakeholders, and making implementation recommendations to senior stakeholders for sustainable financial solutions in cost recoveries.
• Provide leadership to clients in navigating the sustainable design, build, implementation, and operational financial management for the Digital products and services.
• Coordinate with external suppliers to ensure that the smooth financial operation of our services.
• Ensure fair and equitable processes as pertain to procurement regulations within Government.
• Provide mentorship and/or supervision for junior integration officers, as required.
• Assist with building a culture of continuous service delivery and improvement, ensuring that key processes are regularly analyzed, maintained and improved.
• Budget management, reconciliation, accruals, forecasting, projects, funding requests (MA's), operations of new contracts, manual journal entries, escalations and triage and cost recoveries.
  

The Successful Candidate Will Be:

• Able to demonstrate exceptional attention to detail in assimilating granular financial transactions.
• Passionate for precision and solutioning data challenges.
• A clear, articulate communicator, with presentation skills equally at ease presenting to senior leaders, internal and external stakeholders.
• Able to demonstrate robust knowledge and experience in Excel.
• Accustomed to working under pressure, thriving in a deadline driven environment.
• An excellent relationship builder within, and beyond, government.
• Experience in IT Technology and understands current technology trends.

Experience & Education:

• A Bachelors Degree in Information Technology + 5 years related experience; or graduation from a recognized Information Technology Program + 5 years and 6 months related experience (an equivalent combination of training and experience may be acceptable).
• Proven capability in management of financial implementations involving multiple interfacing tools.
• Focus on strategic alignment of architecture to meet business growth and direction.
• Experience sharing knowledge and working in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Proven experience in analyzing and interpreting financial data, specifically in high volume transactional environment.

Additional Assets:

• Experience and knowledge of the government contract and procurement policies.
• Knowledge of industry-leading methodology and toolsets, and related hands-on experience in software asset management
• Knowledge and experience in using an SAP environment for financial management.
• ITIL knowledge and experience

We will assess the qualifications using one or more of the following tools: written test, oral presentation, interview, and reference checks.

Benefits & Perks

At the CSDS with the Government of Nova Scotia, we are committed to providing a fulfilling work environment with numerous benefits and opportunities:

• Work-Life Balance: Maintain a healthy work-life balance with a 35-hour work week.
• Secure Your Future: Take advantage of our defined benefits pension plan for a stable retirement.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy all national/civic holidays, 18 sick days, and family leave provisions.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Accommodate your needs with various options for flexibility, such as hybrid schedules.
• Employee and Family Support: Access our Employee and Family Assistance Programs for resources and guidance.
• Support in Times of Need: Receive short- and long-term disability assistance when required.
• Cross-Sector Collaboration: Experience the power of collaboration as you engage with various government departments. Unlock a world of knowledge, expertise, and connections, contributing to the betterment of our province.
• Growth & Development: Open doors to professional growth within the department and beyond. Explore diverse career paths in specialized areas such as digital service design, cybersecurity, enterprise risk, digital platform services, and mission IT.
• Lifelong Learning: Continuously expand your knowledge and skills through training and development programs.
• Professional Advancement: Immerse yourself in the government landscape and discover endless opportunities for learning, advancement, and making a meaningful impact.

Join the Department of Cyber Security & Digital Solutions and experience the benefits of a fulfilling career, supported by comprehensive perks, career development opportunities, and a diverse range of paths to explore within our department and across the government.

Pay Grade: PR 17

Salary Range: $3, $3,631.17 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.

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