Job Description

Req ID: 178977
Company: Nova Scotia Health
Location: Central Zone, Bethune Building - QEII
Department: FI FINANCE TECHNOLOGY-CNS
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Status: Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 3-May-24Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We\'re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there\'s a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means you\'ll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.About the OpportunityAre you passionate about numbers and systems? Join our Finance Systems & Reporting team in a full-time Systems and Reporting Analyst role! We\'re seeking someone to assist with monthly reporting, report development, process improvement projects, and database maintenance tasks. In this role, you\'ll collaborate with various teams across NSH Finance and Operations to develop and support analytical tools tailored to meet the needs of a diverse range of stakeholders. Your work will positively impact Finance operations by enhancing existing functions and providing valuable new insights into NSH operations. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience in Database Design, Report Development, Process Optimization, and Data Analytics. This role requires on-site presence at the QEII Health Sciences Center, Halifax NS.As a member of our team, you\'ll be responsible for:

• Developing, deploying, and maintaining new analytical tools.
• Working on reporting projects, including Tableau dashboards and Excel reports.
• Assisting with day-to-day tasks such as extracting data from SAP and other systems, enriching existing datasets, distributing reports, and troubleshooting issues.
• Contributing to process improvement initiatives by advocating for structured datasets, adopting new data management tools, and critically evaluating Finance operations.
• Creating documentation on existing procedures, new projects, and areas for improvement.
• Assisting with other projects as needed.

About YouWe would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• A post-secondary degree in Computer Science (with an interest in Finance) or Commerce (with a passion for Programming and Data Analytics)
• Minimum 3 years strong IT or advanced analytics experience required. Equivalent combination of related education and experience may be considered.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office software suite, particularly MS Excel (including formula syntax, pivot tables, and other functionalities)
• An understanding of basic Finance concepts and performance indicators
• Process automation with Python
• Knowledge of SAP, SAP reporting, and data extraction functionality (or equivalent ERP experience)
• Experience with Health Information Systems such as STAR and Meditech
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual thinking skills
• The ability to prioritize workload, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure with high accuracy and attention to detail
• The ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with team members and stakeholders
• The ability to take ownership of projects and to learn and work independently
• Understanding of Database Design and SQL
• Familiarity with SQL Server Management Studio, MS Access, or similar database software
• Working knowledge of Visual Basic for MS Excel (or an equivalent programming language)
• Experience with Tableau products (Tableau Desktop, Prep, Server) for report development (or equivalent visualization experience)
• Experience with Data Management (ETL tasks, organizing and combining data, and sharing information)
• Process automation with Python
• Knowledge of SAP, SAP reporting, and data extraction functionality (or equivalent ERP experience)
• Experience with Health Information Systems such as STAR and Meditech
• Competencies in other languages preferred, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.Hours

• Permanent, Full-time Position, 75 hrs bi-weekly

Compensation and Incentives$32.17 - $40.22 HourlySuccessful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.Once You\'ve AppliedThank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.Follow Us!

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