Regional Finance Officer

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Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor) is the Government of Canada's economic development organization for Northern Ontario. Through its programs and services, and through its financial support of projects that lead to job creation and economic growth, FedNor works with businesses and community partners to build a stronger Northern Ontario.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION
A degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in accounting, finance, business administration, commerce or economics and accreditation for a recognized professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, or CGA).

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
EX1. Experience in providing financial services, guidance, and advice to senior management;

EX2. Experience in analysing, forecasting, and reporting on financial data;

EX3. Experience in budget allocation, expenditure, and commitment control;

EX4. Experience in providing training and/or presentations on financial management subject matter.

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

ASSET - EXPERIENCE
Experience in using the financial system SAP.

ASSET - KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of Budgetary Cycles in the Federal Government.
- Knowledge of Federal Grants and Contribution Programs

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Willingness to work overtime, if required.
- Some travel may be required.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs, with intermediate knowledge of Excel and Word.

ABILITIES
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing;
• Ability to plan and organize work and determine priorities;
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

All employees of the core public administration are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and attest to their vaccination status unless accommodated based on a medical contraindication, religion, or another prohibited ground for discrimination as defined under the Canadian Human Rights Act.

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

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS

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

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

This job opportunity is being advertised internally and externally (to persons employed in the Federal Public Service and to the general public) at the same time, though priority may be given to qualified FedNor employees.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, 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.