Job Description

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people. NLHealthServices.caJob Summary
This position is accountable to support the Manager of Budgeting in directing, coordinating, implementing and evaluating the budgeting, financial planning, and reporting services of Eastern health and other related entities in accordance with departmental, government, and professional accounting regulations and procedures in collaboration with the Director of Budgeting.
This position is responsible for collecting, processing, and disseminating a multitude of information and reports to a wide range of users. Internal users include program/corporate directors, and managers, Senior Executive Team, Finance Committee and the Board of Trustees. The largest external user is the Department of Health and Community Services (DOHCS) as well as both the provincial and national centers for Health Information. Reports are both qualitative and quantitative in nature and include information on budget performance, overtime, sick leave, staffing levels, utilization statistics, trend analysis etc.Job Qualifications
Education
Completion of a Bachelor of Commerce or Business Administration degree with major focus in accounting and/or finance related course work is required.
Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) Designation as well as a member in good standing with the Certified Professional Accountants Association of Newfoundland and Labrador is required.Experience
A minimum of three (3) years of progressive experience within the last five (5) years in financial management is required, preferably in a healthcare environment.
Demonstrated experience and knowledge in financial analysis, budgetary preparation and review within a computerized environment is required.Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
Knowledge of Cognos, TM1, Meditech software systems is an asset.
Knowledge of Data Base Management software and MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Windows and other PC based applications is required.
Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a high pressure, diverse and changing environment.
Demonstrated strong interpersonal, organizational and computer skills.Other
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.*This is a reposted position. If you have already applied your application is on file for consideration.Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.caUpon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediatelyTo become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.

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