Financial Reporting Compliance Advisor
At a glance
Highlights
- competitive salary and benefits
- earned day off program
- employee assistance program
- well-being programs
- professional development opportunities
Heads up
- temporary position up to 18 months
- criminal record check required
Why this role might suit you
The position provides hands‑on experience in municipal public‑sector accounting, exposure to complex general‑ledger systems, and opportunities to develop data‑analytics skills while contributing to compliance and audit processes in a stable government environment.
Skills
About the role
The Financial Reporting Compliance Advisor is a key member of the Financial Reporting team, bringing strong analytical and accounting skills to the Financial and Strategic Services department. Working to support the Senior Financial Reporting Compliance Advisor, this position requires a proficient use of data analytics and strong understanding of chart of accounts in a complex organization.
This posting is for 1 temporary full-time position up to 18 months
Key Responsibilities:
Administer the chart of accounts for the County which includes a large variety of cost centers and account categories
Ensure the completeness and accuracy of interfaces into the Oracle general ledger and support the reconciliation of account balances in the general ledger to accounts in interfaced modules
Perform month end close and year end close procedures
Use data analytics software to summarize large volumes of data, identify exceptions, or prepare analysis to respond to specific queries
Prepare working papers, journal entries and accounting analysis
File tax information including GST monthly submissions and annual slip preparation for non-resident withholding tax and other compliance filings
Conduct compliance reviews as required
Qualifications and Skills:
A related post secondary degree with a minimum of three years experience in accounting or a related field, or a related diploma with a minimum of 5 years of experience
Chartered Professional Accounting (CPA) designation complete or in progress is an asset
Experience in a municipal government environment is considered an asset
Working knowledge of Oracle Cloud or other complex accounting systems
Strong working knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS) and accounting processes required to support the accounting requirements of the Financial Reporting branch
Proficiency in the use of data analytical software (i.e., business intelligence) and Excel, along with proficiency in Word, Power Point and SharePoint
Ability to prepare online GST monthly submissions and annual tax remittance slips
Effective organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills to prioritize and complete work within restricted timelines while ensuring attention to detail and accuracy
Strong communication and customer service skills with the ability to interpret and communicate procedures and present data analytic results effectively to others
Excellent project management skills to prioritize several concurrent tasks, meeting critical reporting deadlines
Ability to prepare quality working papers to support external audit, compliance reviews, analysis and conclusions
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, collaboration, and accountability.
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
Retirement and pension 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.
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