Finance Coordinator Job at City of Calgary
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As a Finance Coordinator, you will be a key liaison who provides strategic financial expertise and support to operational Business Units, external partners, and Corporate Finance. You will interpret internal and external financial policies, processes, client needs, and accounting standards for a diverse audience with varying financial understanding. Primary duties include:
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Communicate regularly with business units to provide financial analysis, professional judgment, process review, policy interpretation, and associated recommendations.
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Respond to a large volume and variety of client requests with competing deadlines.
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Facilitate, relate and interpret Corporate Finance direction to operational business units.
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Review and evaluate financial processes and statements to ensure compliance with professional accounting standards, contractual, legislative obligations and corporate financial reporting requirements.
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Manage operating and capital budgets including preparation, ongoing analysis and review, adjustments, forecasting and advising.
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Assist with streamlining and developing new processes to address changes in the business needs.
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Prepare and review financial statements.
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Prepare and collaborate with operating and capital groups within business units to forecast spend rates, analyze variances, and effectively manage the challenges associated with an ever changing environment where new processes and systems are being implemented.
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Respond to Financial Reporting queries from Corporate Financial Reporting and external auditors.
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Provide advice, guidance, training and coaching to Senior Financial Accountants, Senior Process Accountants and Capital Accountants to ensure smooth workflow and process.
Qualifications
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A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and at least 5 years of related financial experience.
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Previous experience with PeopleSoft Financial Supply Chain Management (FSCM) and Human Capital Management (HCM) is considered an asset.
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Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and in data analytics is an asset.
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Strong communication skills and the ability to articulate complex subject matter are essential.
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Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, innovation, political sensitivity and the ability to collaborate with multiple partners are essential.
Pre-employment Requirements
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Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Finance
Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 18 months)
Location: 133 6 Avenue SE
Compensation: Pay Grade 12 $44.20 - 59.09 per hour
Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day
work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: March 9, 2023
Job ID #: 307204
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