Department: Finance, Corporate Services Unit
Please Quote Competition # R-610968-CB

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve.  The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible People, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.  If you are a member of one of the equity groups you are encouraged to self-identify, on either your application form, your covering letter or your resume.

This job posting is initially restricted to NSGEU bargaining unit employees. 

Applicants applying for this opportunity must clearly indicate in their covering letter or resume that he/she is currently a Nova Scotia Government Civil Service employee and a member of the NSGEU.  Failure to do so means that your application will not be given first consideration and will only be included if external applications are pursued.  Your Employee Self-Serve access will allow you to confirm what your employment status is prior to applying for this restricted position.

If you are an excluded or an external applicant or a current casual Nova Scotia Government employee, your application will only be considered if there are no qualified Nova Scotia Government Civil Service NSGEU bargaining unit candidates.

Duties:

Reporting to the Coordinator of Financial Services,  the Financial Services Officer ll is responsible for conducting financial analysis and providing financial planning advice to cost centre budget managers of assigned client departments.  Client departments for this position include Department of Finance, Nova Scotia Pension Agency, Nova Scotia Securities Commission as well as several public service votes.  Responsibilities include: reviewing, analyzing and compiling the monthly forecast submissions from cost centre managers; preparation of monthly forecast reports for senior management; ensuring ongoing budget control through analysis of the client's monthly operating and capital expenditures; preparation of departmental estimate details such as expenses, recoveries, revenue and funded staff; preparation of the Minister's annual budget briefing book; and providing financial analysis including comparative and historical analysis on a variety of projects.  The Financial Services Officer ll also provides training to the departmental budget managers to ensure accurate forecast and budget submissions, and meets with managers to provide ongoing assistance to them regarding financial issue resolution.

Qualifications:

Grade 12 plus three years post secondary professional accounting training plus five years related experience, or an acceptable equivalent combination of training, education and experience.  Preference will be given to candidates with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Commerce.  Sound knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles is required.  Knowledge of government financial policy and accounting procedures/reporting would be considered an asset.  Candidates must have: advanced analytical and problem solving skills, the ability to exercise considerable initiative and judgement; excellent organizational skills; the ability to communicate (verbal and written) effectively, knowledgeably and diplomatically with all levels of government staff; and the ability to exercise discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive information. The candidate must be able to meet stringent deadlines under pressure, effectively manage multiple priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.  Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word and Powerpoint).  Experience in working with the Corporate Financial Management System (SAP), the Salary Analysis System (SAS) and Groupwise or similar applications would be considered an asset.  Your resume and cover letter should clearly demonstrate how you meet these qualifications.

Note: Previous applicants need not re-apply.

Classification: TE 22

Salary Range: $45,483 - $53,489

Closing Date: November 23, 2009

Please send your cover letter and resume as one document when applying via email.  Also please quote the competition number in the email subject line and in your cover letter.  Applications and resumes must be received by midnight on the date of closing.  Submissions may be made by fax, email, Access Nova Scotia Centres or delivered to the department address.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Applications/Resumes can be sent to:

Human Resources Division 
Johnston Building     
1672 Granville Street
PO Box 186
Halifax, NS  B3J 2N2
Fax: 902 424 7676
Email Contact: tpwfin-csu-job-apps@gov.ns.ca