Financial Analyst

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

***IMPORTANT NOTE: It is the responsibility of the candidate to outline clearly that they meet each of the screening criteria (i.e. Education and Experience Qualifications, both Essential and Asset)by RESPONDING TO THE SCREENING QUESTIONS IN THE ONLINE APPLICATION. Please note that it is not sufficient to state simply that the requirement is met or to provide a list of current responsibilities; rather the candidate must provide concrete examples that illustrate HOW, WHERE and WHEN (DD- MM-YYYY to DD-MM-YYYY) they met the requirement. Lack of EXAMPLES and /or DETAILS may result in your application being rejected as the Assessment Board will have insufficient information to determine whether you meet the qualifications.

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

Resumes will only be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described.

Candidates will need to provide proof of their education credentials at the interview stage. Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. For further information, consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials at https://www.cicic.ca/indexe.stm or the Public Service Commission at https://www.canada.ca/en/public- service- commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs/information- candidates/degree- equivalency.html.

Intent of the process

A pool qualified candidates will be used to staff similar positions of various tenures within Employment and Social Development Canada and various Federal Government Departments across Canada.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education:

Successful completion of two years of a post-secondary program with specialization in accounting, finance, business administration, commerce or economics;

OR

Possession of the Government of Canada Financial Management Certificate.

Degree equivalency

Experience:

1. Experience in extracting, compiling and analyzing financial information, and preparing reports (may have been acquired in a school or work setting)

2. Recent and significant* experience in at least 1 of the following:
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- Financial Analysis
- Accounting (accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, etc)

* Recent and significant experience is defined as the performance of duties on a continuous basis over a period of 12 months within approximately the last 5 years.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

Education:

A degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in accounting, finance, business administration, commerce or economics.

OR

Eligibility for a recognized professional accounting designation. The recognized professional accounting designations are Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified General Accountant (CGA).

Degree equivalency

Experience:

1. Experience in providing briefings to management
2. Experience using financial modules of SAP
3. Experience in delivering presentations
4. Experience in the financial management of grants and contributions programs
5. Experience providing financial analysis, advice and recommendations to clients
6. Experience using Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel and Powerpoint).

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

Competencies:

1. Demonstrating integrity and respect
2. Thinking things through
3. Working effectively with others
4. Showing initiative and being action-oriented
5. Client Focus
6. Attention to Detail
7. Ability to perform advanced functions in Excel (e.g. Lookup, pivot tables, formula calculations, charts, macros, etc.)
8. Oral communication
9. Written Communication

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

At Employment and Social Development Canada, diversity is our strength. If you’re a woman, an Indigenous person, a person with a disability or a visible minority and are interested in bringing in different perspectives and insights, let us know by completing the Employment Equity (EE) section in your application. Appointments of members of these EE groups could be made to ensure our workforce is inclusive and representative of the Canadian public we serve.

Information on employment equity

Operational Requirements

Willing and available to work overtime weeknights, weekends as operationally required.
Willing and available to travel for work or training.
Willing and available to work flexible hours in order to support operational needs.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may/will be used to evaluate the candidates.

Reference checks will be sought.

An interview will be administered.

A test will be administered.

Candidates will need to provide proof of their education credentials at the interview stage. Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. For further information, consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials at https://www.cicic.ca/indexe.stm or the Public Service Commission at https://www.canada.ca/en/public- service- commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs/information- candidates/degree- equivalency.html

Candidates are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

You must indicate on your application if you require a technical aid for testing or an alternative method of assessment.

The hiring organization will accept applications on-line only. All job applications must therefore be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System. To submit an application on-line, please select the button “Apply Online” below. Persons requiring accommodation preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800- 645-5605.

Note that candidates (including employees of the Federal Public Service) will not be considered to be in travel status or on government business and that travel costs will not be reimbursed for evaluations. Consequently, candidates will be responsible for travel costs.

All communication regarding this process will be administered via e- mail. It is the candidate’s responsibility to provide a valid e-mail address and update their personal information when it changes. If special circumstances prevent you from having access to your e- mail, please communicate with the Contact person identified in this job opportunity.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.