The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for this position at the noted location(s) exclusively and will remain in effect for 12 months.
Introduction
Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure is responsible for establishing and managing public infrastructure, including: provincial highways and roads, highway bridges and structures, water and flood control works, and northern airports and marine services. It develops, communicates and administers motor carrier regulatory and safety services. The department also oversees and coordinates emergency preparedness, emergency response and disaster recovery to prevent the loss of life and minimize damages to property and the environment. The department is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the role of Financial Officer inThompson, MB.
Duties:
The Financial Officer is responsible for managing the day-to-day financial accounting requirements of the region. This includes oversight of all disbursements, revenues and recoveries, assisting with the development of budgets, cash flows and variance explanations, problem solving, and maintaining financial function relations with all client departments and for day-to-day branch administrative matters. This position is responsible for implementing Corporate Services (Financial Services) comptrollership initiatives throughout the region and acts as a financial resource to all program managers within the regional operations.
Qualifications:
Essential:
Accounting diploma/certificate/degree/designation or currently enrolled in a professional accounting designation program (CPA, CMA, CGA, CA) or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in preparing and analysing financial statements/reports, budgets and comptrollership functions.
Experience with financial and administrative processes, policies, procedures and regulations.
Experience in SAP or any computerized accounting software including financial processes, reports, accounts payable and receivable.
Supervisory experience with the ability to coach and mentor staff.
Experience with Microsoft Office including working with complex excel functions and spreadsheets.
Excellent written communication skills with the ability to prepare complex financial reports for senior management.
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Conditions of Employment:
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check
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Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.
Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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