Job Description

Job Requisition Id: 166516
Business Function: Finance
Primary City: Ottawa
Other Location(s):
Province: Ontario
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Status: Permanent
Language Requirement: English Essential
Employee Class and Level: CPMGA01
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/17/2023

All qualified candidates will be considered however preference will be given to Indigenous people (First Nations, Metis or Inuit) or persons with a disability. This is a special measure employment equity initiative and candidates from this group who wish to qualify for preferential consideration must self-identify.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the Manager, Internal Control, the Officer, External Financial Reporting and Control is accountable for providing assistance to the External Financial Reporting team in producing complete and accurate quarterly, annual and other reports in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and supporting the planning, implementation, and maintenance of the internal control over financial reporting (ICFR) framework for the Canada Post Group of Companies to ensure controls are designed and operating in a manner that provides reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation and disclosure of financial statements for external purposes. The Officer will assist in the development and implementation financial processes, controls, reports, analyses and/or policies relating to the functional unit and support changes to IFRS. As well, the officer will liaise with other Finance and functional groups, external auditors and subsidiaries and prepares sensitive analyses and journal entries supporting the Corporate Accounting function.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Below are the main job requirements and responsibilities for the Officer, External Financial Reporting and Control.

• Assists in the preparation of the annual audited financial statements, quarterly financial statements and other reports in accordance with IFRS, for submission to the Manager, External Financial Reporting. Supports the year-end audit and quarterly review engagements for the Corporation

• Prepares analyses and journal entries on sensitive matters managed by Corporate Accounting, included but not limited to preparation of legal, risk management, grievance and severance and pay equity accruals

• Develops and publishes disclosure instructions, forms and schedules within the Group of Companies that support all components of external financial reporting.

• Works closely with internal and external stakeholders including Corporate Accounting, Treasury, Tax, Legal, Government Affairs, Corporate Secretariat, Communications, Graphics, Internal Audit, External Auditors, Subsidiaries and others on related aspects.

• Supports research and assessment of the impact of new and amended IFRS accounting policies, procurement and revenue contracts on the consolidated financial statements of the Corporation by working with corporate business units, auditors and subsidiaries.

• Provides support pertaining to the financial and accounting policies, procedures, standards and their application for publication and use in order to balance risk, materiality and need for timely and accurate financial management information.

• Assesses the impact of IFRS accounting policies on the Corporation\'s internal control framework, including the design and documentation of new policies and procedures.

• Supports required changes to the corporate chart of accounts, related corporate accounting coding structures, financial statement presentations, reporting programs and systems to support IFRS, external reporting and internal management information needs impacted by these changes.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Completed post-secondary, preferably in a related field (e.g., commerce, finance, economics, accounting, business administration) OR a combination of equivalent professional experience and training

Experience

• 1 to 3 years\' experience in a finance or accounting environment

• 1 to 3 years\' experience in analyzing and reporting of financial information

Other Candidate Requirements

• CPA (CA, CMA, CGA) Professional designation or CPA student

• Proficient computer skills and competent with Microsoft Office programs

• Strong communication, analytical, and customer service skills

• Excellent ability to adapt to changing environment and willingness to learn

• Experience with External Auditors and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) considered an asset

Safety Sensitive Positions
This position may be considered a Safety Sensitive position.

Employment Equity

Canada Post will represent Canada\'s diversity and provide a safe and welcoming workplace that embraces and celebrates our differences. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from women, Indigenous People, persons with disabilities and visible minorities.

Disability is defined as a persistent or episodic physical, sensory, or mental health condition and/or functional limitation. Disability includes both visible and hidden conditions and/or limitations that may impact vision, hearing, mobility, flexibility, dexterity, pain, learning, developmental, mental/psychological, and memory.

Conflict of Interest
The Conflict of Interest Policy prohibits employees from hiring, supervising or reporting to, directly or indirectly via the reporting hierarchy, their immediate family or close personal relations. Should you feel that you may be in an actual or potential Conflict of Interest in regard to this job opportunity, you must communicate with the designated Human Resources representative.

Accommodation

Canada Post is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you are contacted by Canada Post regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you have any restrictions that need to be accommodated. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Important Message
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements as Canada Post cannot make assumptions about your education and experience. We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Our Leadership Behaviours
Decision Making - A champion of the organization who takes calculated risks and makes prudent, common sense decisions about current issues, future opportunities and resource requirements in a timely, well thought out manner that aligns with the corporation\'s best interests.
Accountability - An individual who strives for performance excellence and who holds themselves and direct reports accountable for decisions and actions and for learning from mistakes when intended results are not achieved.
Business Orientation - A proactive individual who understands the competitive nature of the business, and is committed to sustaining the business through excellent customer service and new business opportunities.
Execution - A focused and self-motivated individual who acts with a sense of urgency and delivers on time and within budget, by dealing effectively with challenges and ambiguous situations.
Leading People - A compelling communicator and leader who engages, motivates and inspires others to achieve results and who encourages personal growth and finding better ways of doing things.

Our Values

We value diversity as an essential part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future. We believe that attracting, developing, and retaining people who reflect the diversity of Canada is essential to our success because this matters to all communities and customers we serve.

Canada Post\'s corporate values reflect the principles, beliefs and aspirations that guide our behaviour and shape our culture.

Safety - We are committed to a safe and healthy environment for all our stakeholders.
Customer - We serve Canadians with pride and passion.
Respect - We treat each other with fairness and respect.
Integrity - We act responsibly and with integrity.
Transformation - We will innovate and transform to win in the marketplace.

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