Are you an accounting professional with extensive financial reporting and analysis experience? Demonstrate your ability to provide accounting and controllership advice in this opportunity with the Consolidations and Fiscal Support team.
About the job
You will:
• provide expert accounting and financial reporting advice to government executives related to government results and the Broader Public Sector (hospitals, school boards and colleges)
• develop accounting and financial reporting options to support initiatives and decision-making
• review and analyze Cabinet and Management Board submissions to identify and address accounting implications
• coordinate research into Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) standards and recommendations
• develop reporting standards for the province and resolve complex financial reporting and consolidation issues
• coordinate the preparation of the province's annual financial reporting requirements in accordance with PSAB standards, and provide leadership and support during the Office of the Auditor General of Ontario's annual audit of the Public Accounts of Ontario
• lead various projects and participate on committees
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
• You have obtained a Professional Accounting Designation of Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), or a legacy designation such as Chartered Accountant (CA), Chartered General Accountant (CGA) or Chartered Management Accountant (CMA)
Financial and accounting knowledge
• You have expert knowledge of generally accepted accounting and audit principles, practices and methodologies.
• You are familiar with Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) standards and accounting, budget and reporting practices.
• You can interpret and apply legislation such as the Financial Administration Act and the Fiscal Transparency and Accountability Act.
• You have experience in a financial reporting function preparing financial statements.
Consolidation and financial reporting experience and knowledge
• You have demonstrated experience in preparing and analyzing consolidated financial statements.
• You have knowledge of and ability to provide expert advice on complex consolidation and accrual accounting issues and practices.
• You have demonstrated experience with internal and external monthly/quarterly reporting.
• You can provide analysis and advice to senior management on the accounting and fiscal implications of complex consolidation issues.
Research and analytical skills
• You have the ability to research, analyze and develop recommendations and accounting policies.
• You have demonstrated ability to manage complex projects.
• You are able to analyze reports, benchmark data, and interpret accounting standards and policies.
• You are able to independently resolve difficult issues and recommend viable solutions.
• You have experience in integrating accounting and financial reporting processes and systems.
• You can provide leadership and manage the implementation of revised PSAB standards to consolidate financial information.
Communication and project management skills
• You are a strong communicator who can build relationships with colleagues and staff.
• You have experience in developing and delivering presentation material to senior management on financial and accounting matters.
• You can prepare clear and concise reports, briefing materials, policies, instructions and procedures.
• You have the ability to deal with professionals at all levels including senior management, external consultants, accountants and auditors.
• You have experience in leading accounting projects and deliver quality work on a timely basis
Computer skills
• You are proficient with MS office applications, with demonstrated expertise in Excel.
• You can use large scale accounting systems and key accounting and reporting databases, programs and modules.
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's
Human Rights Code and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer
accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please
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What we offer
Why work for the Ontario Public Service (OPS)? The OPS is one of the largest employers in the province, employing more than 60,000 people.
We are re-thinking how we deliver services through various initiatives, modernization initiatives and how we access and deliver critical services remotely. We are striving to enable a future-ready OPS workforce through technology-focused enterprise-wide strategies.
The OPS offers a competitive compensation package. We support career and leadership development, invest in learning opportunities, and recognize team and individual achievements.