Job Description

This posting is for one (1) Temporary, Full-Time position that may continue until March 31, 2027
Do you have what it takes to combine your financial expertise with business acumen to provide financial advice and stewardship through excellence in financial analytics and client support? Do you possess the skill set to ensure limited resources are prioritized and aligned to the Edmonton Police Service's vision to make Edmonton the safest major city in Canada and to be recognized as a leader in policing?
You will be part of the Financial Management Branch that is responsible for the consolidated capital and operating budgets and financial reporting and will perform professional senior accounting work. Candidate success is determined by the ability to:

• Provide financial analytics, financial modeling, strategic support and consultative services to Edmonton Police Service department managers, facilitating strong financial governance and stewardship.
• Consult with department managers to determine annual budget distribution, and requirements.
• Perform monthly analysis of financial results against budget to identify variances, year-end projected costs, identify trends and develop financial models and funding strategies.
• Prepare a variety of reports for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify areas for continuous improvement and lead change through providing advice and expertise in accounting and business process.
• Lead and participate in system enhancement and process improvement projects.
• Ensure adherence of financial requirements to the Municipal Government Act, Public Sector Accounting Board standards and City of Edmonton financial policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• A recognized professional accounting designation (CPA/CA/CMA/CGA) and five (5) years of progressively responsible related accounting/financial experience and will include one (1) year of supervisory experience for supervisory positions.
• Advanced Excel skills and technical proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated experience with major financial and budgeting software systems (SAP and COBS is an asset).
• Highly developed analytical and conceptual skills to identify and resolve complex financial issues in a complex environment.
• Excellent report writing, communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain working relationships with personnel at all levels of an organization.
• A demonstrated ability to work independently and under time constraints, with the ability to meet multiple reporting deadlines.

Hours of Work:
33.75 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Hours of work may be subject to the terms and conditions of a variable hours of work program.
Salary Range:
21M, Salary Grade: 033, $57.67 - $72.84 (Hourly), $3,893.10 - $4,917.30 (Bi-Weekly), $101,608.93 - $128,341.73 (Annually)
The rates quoted are in accordance with a collective agreement between the Union and the City of Edmonton.
General:

• The City of Edmonton thanks applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Candidates considered for the position will be contacted.
• We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
• Please note that the option to work remotely is not available.
• Applicants may be tested.
• As part of your pre-hire screening, you will be required to complete an Enhanced Security Clearance. Should you accept employment with the Edmonton Police Service you acknowledge and agree to participate in future Enhanced Security Re-Clearances at scheduled intervals or in any other circumstances, exigent or otherwise as required by Human Resources Division.

The Province of Alberta is a party to the Federal Agreement on Internal Trade, the Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility with British Columbia and the New West Partnership Trade Agreement with British Columbia and Saskatchewan. All of these agreements promote labour mobility between the Provinces. Applicants may obtain information regarding recognition of extra provincial credentials at www.newwestpartnershiptrade.ca.
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