Job Description

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. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Administering the chart of accounts for the County which includes a large variety of cost centers and account categories 
• Ensuring the completeness and accuracy of interfaces into the Oracle general ledger and supporting the reconciliation of account balances in the general ledger to accounts in interfaced modules
• Performing month end close and year end close procedures 
• Using data analytics software to summarize large volumes of data, identify exceptions, or prepare analysis to respond to specific queries
• Preparing working papers, journal entries and accounting analysis
• Filing tax information including GST monthly submissions and annual slip preparation for non-resident withholding tax and other compliance filings
• Conducting 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, 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
  • 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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