Financial Analyst Government
Financial Analyst Government
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25-01-2025
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Financial Analyst (Government)
Our client a government institution has openings for two temporary contract roles within the Financial Planning Unit of the Ministry of Health. Reporting to the Manager these positions will play a pivotal role in collecting and analyzing financial data to produce ministry forecasts and budgets.
What is in it for you:
Hourly salary of $45 to $50 based on experience.
3month contract with a maximum extension term of 9 months.
Fulltime position: 36.25 hours per week.
Weekday schedule from 8:15 am to 4:30 pm with a 1hour lunch break.
Onsite work in a dynamic environment.
Join a passionate and inclusive team of professionals.
Responsibilities:
Monitor the Ministry budget and assist with the preparation of quarterly forecasts.
Collaborate with program area clients to analyze validate and explain spending trends against the budget develop forecasts and address variances.
Consolidate and analyze large volumes of financial data adapting communication to suit various stakeholders.
Maintain and monitor financial system coding and reports.
Review contracts and grants for budget availability.
Prepare government Estimates Committee of Supply Briefings Annual Reports and Quarterly Fiscal Updates.
Provide clear and concise financial advice and guidance to client areas.
Respond to adhoc and urgent financial requests.
Perform additional duties as required.
What you will need to succeed:
Relevant postsecondary education in business administration or accounting.
Pursuing CPA designation is an asset.
1 year of experience with MS Office Suite including Excel Word PowerPoint and Outlook.
1 year of experience creating and managing project forecasts and actual budgets.
1 year of experience with Business Intelligence analytical tools such as Excel PowerPivot.
Experience within a Canadian Public Sector organization is preferred.
1 year of experience providing strategic advice related to organizational financial planning.
Relevant experience in a similar role with applicable experience.
Selection Process
Application Review: Applications will be reviewed to identify candidates who best meet the qualifications.
Anticipated Interview Dates: Assessments and interviews are tentatively scheduled between February 10 and February 14. These dates are subject to change.
Assessment: Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a 1hour Writing and Excel Assessment to evaluate analytical problemsolving writing skills and advanced Excel proficiency (e.g. VLOOKUPs pivot tables complex formulas Power Query).
Interviews: Candidates who perform well on the assessment may be invited to an official interview.
Why Recruit Action
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