Job Description

Job Requisition Id: 166407
Business Function: Finance
Primary City: Ottawa
Province: Ontario
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Status: Permanent
Language Requirement: English Essential
Employee Class and Level: UPCET01
Number of Vacancies: 1
Job Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 09/26/2023

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.



The Officer, Non-Generic Contracts reports and analyzes the non-generic commercial contract lifecycle data and supports the development of the Commercial Business Practices. The Officer provides professional and technical business expertise, direction and consultative services to influence non-generic commercial contract lifecycle improvement activities.

Job Responsibilities

Below are the main job requirements and responsibilities for the Officer, Non-Generic Contracts.

• Designs, develops, implements and maintains the reporting, forecasting and analytic tools to support the needs and objectives of the Finance Process Improvements and Controls and Finance Order to Cash teams as it relates to the non-generic commercial contract lifecycle. Consults with user groups to understand the scope of the data required and the purpose / goals of the analysis. Establishes key performance indicator reporting and measures to drive appropriate behaviors and maximize operational performance improvements.

• Identifies the required data elements and writes queries and programs data extracts to access available data from various corporate systems using various applications. Develops accurate, comprehensive and relevant data analytical support tools to identify non-generic commercial contract lifecycle improvement opportunities or potential risk. Develops historical trends, evaluates analytical content, prepares interpretive analyses and presentations of reported data and communicates the issues and updates through teleconferences and email distributions.

• Recommends improvements to the consistency between the business case proposal and the non-generic commercial contract through the delivery of qualitative analytical support to teams. Analyzes and identifies patterns of non-generic commercial contract issues, and recommends improvements to minimize the risk of lost business, highlight cost savings opportunities and improve customer satisfaction performance results. Prepares professional, logical, clear and comprehensive presentations of results for distribution to cross functional areas at all levels of the organization, including senior management.

• Analyzes non-generic commercial contract data to identify non-generic commercial contract issues / opportunities, patterns and trends to enable identification of root cause. Recommends areas for process improvement and develops reports, analyses and presentation materials for use by teams.

Job Responsibilities (continued)

• Reads and understands technical specifications and documentation for non-generic commercial contract analysis, and interprets and applies the knowledge gained to daily job requirements. Provides expert technical advice, assistance and training, as required. Updates and automates analytic tools, allowing for easier manipulation by user groups and more efficient report production.

• Analyzes monthly adjustments relating to non-generic commercial contracts, produces reports, ensure the accuracy and integrity of data and information used, identifies and analyzes trends and key indicators, and prepares monthly accruals. Works with the Credit Management Group (CMG) and Sales for issuance of adjustment invoices related to clawbacks, rebates and other contract related charges.

• Participates in the overall financial reporting on behalf of the Finance Process Improvements and Controls and Finance Order to Cash teams. In addition to the monthly accruals for clawbacks and rebates, prepares the statutory quarterly and year-end audit working papers as per the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) for submission to Corporate Accounting and to the Canada Post\'s external auditors. These audit working papers include analysis and reconciliation of trade receivable accounts, analysis of quarter or year over year variance and accounts receivable aging trends analysis.

Qualifications

Education

• A University or College degree or a 3-year diploma in Business Administration, Commerce or Accounting

Experience

• 1-3 years of experience in an automated and integrated Enterprise Resource Planning system, preferably in the areas of contract and customer setups.
• Experience and understanding of Canada Post products, services and pricing.

Other Candidate Requirements

• CPA or enrolment in this certification program.
• Proficient computer skills and competent with Microsoft Office programs.
• Knowledge of SAP is considered an asset.
• Strong organizational, prioritization and time-management skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong operational background.
• Strong supervisory and coaching skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Team oriented with proven leadership and management skills.
• Superior problem solving, negotiation and resolution capabilities.

Other Information

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.

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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