Financial Analyst

The Financial Analyst will be a subject matter expert responsible for establishing and coordinating effective processes to that steward capital budget tracking for the Department. This position is also responsible for delivering monthly and quarterly internal and external capital project reports to decision makers.

This position will work closely with all levels of management and project managers throughout the Department by providing knowledge direction assistance data research and information to complete the capital performance reporting process and support the operating budget performance reporting process.

The successful individual must have an understanding of accounting financial and project management principles and a strong understanding of data governance and oversight. The ability to work effectively with others in an ambiguous and deadline driven environment is a must!

What will you do

Capital Program Reporting and Planning

• Support the Departments capital program which can include collecting consolidating project information such as budgets cash flows quarterly and year-end variance reporting financial carryforwards and capital project business cases
• Skilled in manipulating data to create reports to support decision making at various levels of the Department by providing solutions to optimize current capital project reporting processes
• Coordinate the Departments capital program processes which look at reporting on the status of the Departments capital program
• Tracking and reporting budget funding sources information allocations commitments and actuals for projects
• Providing dashboards and analysis on profile health of the projects
• Support Department staff on projects & profile related matters
• Provide context by translating complex financial or technical information as required to suit their audience
• Use various systems (SAP COBS eBuilder. etc) to manage the project reporting process
• Ensure accuracy of data in various systems

Project and Capital Reporting

• Administer reporting process and ensure accuracy and consistency by departments monthly/quarterly project reporting
• Ensuring that governance procedures are being followed and identifying emerging issues and potential solutions related to the reporting process
• Advise the various stakeholders on the project reporting by having an in-depth understanding of the processes and projects being delivered

Grant Reporting and Planning

• Coordinate review and consolidate the grant applications within the department
• Working with business partners to ensure regular reporting is conducted and communicated to the department

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or Management or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible accounting/financial experience including project management experience is required

Skills required for success:

• Knowledge of financial concepts such as variance reporting basic accounting and project management principles Capital and Operating Budgets
• Strong skills in data tracking recording analyzing interpreting and formula creation
• Knowledge of financial controls
• Familiarity working within a Google Workspace environment with a focus on Sheets and other analytical tools such as Looker Studio or process automation.
• Significant knowledge and experience with SAP or other related systems
• Ability to work with a diverse group across the Department and corporation in an integrated and professional manner
• Analytical research and strong problem-solving skills to resolve operational or business issues and to incorporate process improvements
• Ability to take independent actions and make sound decisions crucial to the successful operation of the section in a fast-paced work environment ability to review analyze and put forward sound financial recommendations associated with Department projects
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( a culture of equity diversity reconciliation and inclusion

Asset:

• A CA CGA CMA or CPA designation or equivalent
• A PMP designation
• Experience working directly with capital budget and performance reporting

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants may be tested

Work Environment:

• Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills experiences and competencies and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation please contact . Learn more about our benefits to 1 permanent full-time position

Hours of Work: 33.75 hours per week Monday - Friday

Salary Range: $44.283 - $55.601 (Hourly); $78015.580 - $97955.060 (Annually)

Recruitment Consultant: AO/MZ

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

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