Job Description
This posting is for 1 permanent full-time position and 1 temporary full-time position up to 18 months
As an integral member of the Central Services branch within Fleet and Facility Management department, the Department Accountant II is part of the department accounting team that is responsible for financial functions including operating and capital budget preparation, financial analysis and reporting as well as business planning functions while ensuring conforming to corporate policies and procedures. This role provides in-depth analysis and recommendations on financial matters to the leadership team; to assist the department in decision-making, to support the department business plan, corporate goals and objectives and the effective, timely service delivery for both internal and external stakeholders.
This position works in conjunction with the Fleet and Facility Management Central Services Coordinator and other department financial staff on all department fiscal matters. This position is also responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing effective internal controls and efficiency measures to ensure effective use of taxpayer funding.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leads and coordinates the development and annual 4-year operating budget and 5/10-year capital budgets including providing leadership for the development of detailed business cases to support requests for initiatives, staff increases and capital acquisitions and disposals
- Provide short- and long-term recommendations to management for financial planning in accordance with department and corporate policies
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for department management and the Strategic Finance Coordinator
- Develop and maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual variance analysis and forecasts to guide management decisions for all cost centers within the department
- Analyze and make recommendations to respond to variances, priorities, and emerging concerns as required
- Manage the department’s day to day financial accounting activities and internal controls to ensure smooth business operations and the safeguarding of corporate assets
- Review and manage the department financial activities associated with accounting, accounts payables, accounts receivable, inter-department fuel chargebacks, p-card procurement, payroll and client invoicing to ensure accuracy and compliance with county policies
- Work with department staff to assist with the department’s procurements, request for quotes, proposals and tenders
- Validate the annual physical inventory count, reconciliation of inventory and adjusting of variances
- Track, monitor, reconcile and report on all expenditures occurring due to emergent incidents
- Provide assistance to Project Managers in maintaining appropriate project cost records
- Supervise accounting staff, provide leadership, training and coaching
- Comply with corporate and legislative policies regarding privacy, confidentiality, and corporate records management requirements
Qualifications and Skills:
- An Accounting degree and a minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting or a related area, or an Accounting diploma and a minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or a related area, preferably in a public sector environment. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or currently enrolled in program is an asset.
- Proficiency with business productivity software, Microsoft office and financial systems. Experience with Oracle, Fleet Management Software, Questica, considered an asset.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to perform financial and budgetary analysis, prepare financial reports, budgets and complete complex account reconciliations
- Ability to apply advanced accounting principles with knowledge and skills to maintain a complex set of accounting and budgeting records and make effective recommendations within the department and within a political environment.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member along with the ability to demonstrate initiative and resourcefulness
- Experience in a dynamic and complex environment, with responsibility for full-cycle accounting, reporting, forecasting and budgeting (capital and operating)
- Ability to deal with confidential and politically sensitive information in a discreet and professional manner
Conditions of Employment:
- Submission of a Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
Who We Are:
Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, fairness, and cooperation.
Why Join Strathcona County: (depending on position)
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Extended health and dental coverage
- Health and wellness spending account
- Life and disability insurance and critical illness programs
- Retirement and pension programs
- Paid and unpaid leave programs
- Earned day off program
- Employee and family assistance program
- Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities
- Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace
Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered. This role may be eligible to participate in our hybrid work program.
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.
Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
