Opportunities: Financial Services Officer 1
Opportunities: Financial Services Officer 1
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Job Description
Competition # :46260
Department:Finance and Treasury Board
Location:HALIFAX
Type of Employment:Term
Union Status:NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date:25-Jun-25(Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
At the Department of Finance and Treasury Board we strive to provide financial leadership analysis and policies that strengthen Nova Scotia. As stewards of the provinces financial affairs we deliver a wide range of corporate fiscal and management services including the preparation of the provincial budget as well as ensure government plans are coordinated and fiscally responsible.
We are constantly looking for new and better ways to plan manage budget and invest. For more information please click here: Our Opportunity
As the Financial Services Officer (FSO) you will be responsible for the collection compilation preparation and analysis of financial reports used in budgeting and business planning processes.
You may also be responsible in supporting the maintenance and forecasting of departmental salaries analysing financial cost drivers provided by external providers and reconciling monthly expenditure/revenue and asset/liability accounts.
As the Financial Services Officer you will report to a Financial Services Officer 3 or may report directly/indirectly to the Manager Financial Advisory Services.
Primary Accountabilities
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Supports the financial transaction approval and reconciliation process which includes the development implementation and ensuring sufficient data documentation and audit trails exist to support the financial transactions;
- Provides information and recommendations to financial staff on matters relating to accounting and audit procedures financial policies and government financial reporting system (SAP);
- Assists the Financial Services Team by compiling data for the preparation and distribution of annual budgets; and
- Analyzes and maintains budget expenditures and revenues monthly forecasts annual estimates and makes recommendations based on analysis.
Qualifications and Experience
This may be the right opportunity for you if you have two (2) years of post-secondary professional accounting training along with three (3) years of related experience. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be acceptable.
As the ideal candidate you have a sound working knowledge of accounting and finance procedures and policies. You have a working knowledge of regulations policies and generally accepted accounting/auditing principles. The ability to interpret and apply government policies and procedures would be considered an asset.
Proficiency in using computer systems database systems internet-based applications Microsoft suite of services (Excel in particular) is essential. While not required it is considered an asset if you are proficient with the corporate financial management system (SAP) and Salary Analysis System (SAS). In addition you can effectively manage multiple projects in a high-volume team-oriented environment with a client service focus.
You possess exceptional time management and attention to detail skills to provide accurate consistent and timely financial information. You also have communication (written and verbal) and relationship-building skills to interact and maintain relationships with various internal and external stakeholders. You also can work independently as well as part of the team.
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination standardized tests oral presentations interview(s) and reference checks.
Equivalency
Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
Benefits
Based on the employment status and union agreement the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan Health Dental Life Insurance General illness Short and Long Term Disability Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings click here:Benefits for government employees.
Additional Information
This is a TERM employment opportunity with an anticipated end date of June 1 2027. The appointment status (term temporary or casual) is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.
What We Offer
- Career development where you have access to career guidance tools resources and ongoing training for every stage of your career
- Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued respected connected and tuned in we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
- Countless career paths
- Department specific flexible working schedules
Pay Grade: TE 18
Salary Range: $1864.28- $2189.32Bi-Weekly
Employment Equity Statement:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from Indigenous People African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons Persons with Disabilities and Womenin occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.
Accommodation Statement:
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process please contact us at
This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office employees must apply correctly via this link:
Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant and will only be included if external applications are pursued.
External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concernsmay be directed to
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
