Mgr Financial Policy - Edmonton, Canada - Government of Alberta

Government of Alberta

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

Job Information:

Job Requisition ID: 44679

Ministry:
Treasury Board & Finance

Location:
Edmonton

Full or Part-Time:
Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Scope:
Open Competition

Closing Date:
June 19, 2023

Classification:
Management Manager Zone 2

About Us:

Treasury Board and Finance, Edmonton -
_The Office of the Controller_ is responsible for government accounting policies and financial reporting, financial management and control policies, risk management (i.e. financial and audit risk) and financial business process management.

The division is a leader in sponsoring, supporting and facilitating initiatives with outcomes focused on effectiveness, efficiency, best practice and continual improvement by the government financial community.

For further information about Treasury Board and Finance, see our website at

Role:

Reporting to the Director, Financial Policy, you will be responsible for corporate financial management and financial control policies. This position aims to promote accountability through the development and implementation of financial policies to be applied government wide.

Provide advice on and interpretation of financial policies to senior and executive level management across government, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
Work with various internal and external stakeholders to support the development of financial policies.
Consult with legal counsel on the interpretation of legal frameworks pertaining to financial management.
Coordinate and liaise with the Office of the Auditor General on their audit reports.
Maintain and report on Auditor General recommendations and provide secretarial support to the Provincial Audit Committee.

Qualifications:

This position requires a post-secondary degree in accounting, business, finance, public administration or related discipline, plus a minimum of three years related experience.

An accounting designation, Masters of Business Administration or Masters of Public Administration is desirable.
- _Financial Administration Act_
- _Sustainable Fiscal Planning and Reporting Act_
- _Government Organization Act_
- _Auditor General Act_
- _Alberta Public Agencies Governance Act_

Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one for one basis.

APS Competencies:

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans.

We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

The link below will assist you with understanding competencies:

CREATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING - You take a holistic and long-term view when assessing options and implications, and finding new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions.

DRIVE FOR RESULTS - You know what outcomes are important and maximize resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization, while maintaining accountability to each other and external stakeholders.

BUILD COLLABORATIVE ENVIRONMENTS - You actively support the interests of colleagues, clients and stakeholders by making choices and setting priorities that incorporate their needs.

AGILITY - You anticipate, assess and readily adapt to changing priorities, as well as are resilient in times of uncertainty and effectively work in an ever-changing environment.

SYSTEMS THINKING - The work done within the APS is part of a larger integrated and inter-related environment. It is important to know that work done in one part of the APS impacts a variety of other groups/projects inside and outside the APS. Systems Thinking allows us to keep broader impacts and connections in mind.

Salary:

$3,100.80 to $4,172.77 bi-weekly ($80,930 - $108,909 annually)

Notes:

This position is 36.25hrs Monday
Friday
Please ensure you upload a cover letter outlining how you will be the ideal fit for this role
This competition may be used to fill current and future vacancies at equal or lesser classifications across the Government of Alberta

What we offer:

Working for the Alberta Public Service
Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP)
Leadership and mentorship programs
Professional learning and development
Positive workplace culture
Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreements
Diverse work and opportunities to learn about numerous programs and services that support Albertans
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How To Apply:

Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Resources for applicants:

It is recommended that applicants who have obt