Closing date: June 29, 2021
Financial Analyst – Accounting Services (Continuous)
Finance Department
POSITION FUNCTION
Coordinate and participate in the work of the accounting section of the Financial Services Division.
KEY DUTIES
Coordinate the preparation and administration of the job cost system; coordinate invoicing of various outside agencies for restoration and City services; prepare month end, year end and adjusting journal vouchers; review and monitor journal vouchers to be posted to the general ledger.
Coordinate month end procedures; prepare various reconciliations and financial reports; maintain cash float records; prepare reports and spreadsheets for financial analysis as required; assist in the preparation of annual financial statements and working papers.
Respond to enquiries from staff, department clients and outside agencies; provide advice and guidance relating to accounting and financial procedures; participate in annual budget and year end procedures; participate on corporate financial projects and committees as required.
Participate in the development and implementation of accounting policies, procedures and standards for all accounting functions; assist in the planning, implementation and improvement of financial systems as required.
Perform related duties where qualified.
INDEPENDENCE
Work is performed according to established procedures or is assigned by supervisor.
Work is reviewed through discussions with supervisor.
Issues such as policy development and major financial variances are discussed with supervisor with recommendations.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Effort:
Touch keying on a calculator. (often)
Sit with arms unsupported while keyboarding. (occasional)
Mental Effort:
Meet accounting and project deadlines. (often)
Long periods of intense concentration while performing reconciliations and analyses. (often)
Visual/Auditory Effort:
Focus on a variety of source data and computer for short periods. (frequent)
Work Environment:
Office.
KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Understand and apply accounting techniques related to municipal accounting and budget processes.
- Organize and prioritize work.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Interpret related policies and regulations.
- Advanced level operation of current City of Victoria financial and spreadsheet programs.
- Provide technical guidance and advice to user departments.
QUALIFICATIONS
Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:
- High school graduation.
- Third level CGA/CMA program. (3 years)
Experience:
- 3 years of related experience in computerized accounting.
- or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
OTHER:
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting and budgeting techniques.
- May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.
Work schedule: Monday to Friday, (35 hour work week)
$43.20 per hour, Pay Grade 14
Job Code # 4104
This is a CUPE Local 50 Position
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