Finance Officer - Toronto, Canada - Ministry of Education

Ministry of Education
Ministry of Education
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Toronto, Canada

1 month ago

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Are you ready to put your accounting, analytical and interpersonal skills to work for the children of Ontario?


If so, consider this challenging opportunity where you will provide information, clarification and advice on various funding policies, procedures and regulations under the Education Act.


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What can I expect to do in this role?: You will:

  • work with local school boards and schools to provide guidance in the preparation of financial documents
- monitor and report on compliance with funding policies
- analyze and calculate the legislative and grants payable to school boards
- participate in various accountability activities undertaken by the ministry
- maintain an accurate mainframe database
- conduct audits
- compile and analyze financial statistics
- make recommendations to improve financial management systems and procedures


Note:
this position may require occasional overnight travel within the province


How do I qualify?:


Mandatory:


  • You must possess oral and written French language skills at the superior level. Your proficiency level will be confirmed before hire.

Analytical and problem-solving skills:


  • You have analytical skills to assess financial data to identify budget variances.
  • You have problem solving skills to resolve financial issues using sound judgement.

Financial skills:


  • You have experience conducting compliance audits and financial reviews to consolidate findings and produce reports.
  • You can make sure that financial reports adhere to relevant policies and procedures.

Communication and computer skills:


  • You have oral communication skills to communicate in a clear and concise manner.
  • You have written communication skills to prepare reports, briefing notes and ministerial correspondence.
  • You have interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • You are proficient with wordprocessing, spreadsheet and database software.

Other important skills:


  • You have project leadership skills to coordinate and organize work priorities.
  • You have information management skills to ensure the integrity of financial data.

Additional Information:


Address:


  • 1 Bilingual Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 315 Front St W, Toronto, Toronto Region

Compensation Group:


  • Ontario Public Service Employees Union
  • Understanding the job ad definitions
    Schedule:
  • 6
    Category:
  • Finance and Economics
    Posted on:
  • Thursday, June 15, 2023
    Note:
  • This ad is also available in French.
  • Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.
  • The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including shortterm assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
  • EU200049/23
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