Financial Assistant

3 months ago

Niagara, Canada Niagara Region Full time

**Division**:
Financial Management & Planning

**Important Notices & Amendments**:
**Please note: this position is eligible to participate in the Hybrid Work Policy, whereby the incumbent is able to work 50% of their time in office and 50% of their time at home.**

**About Us**:
Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.

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**Job Summary**:
Salary Pending Review

Reporting to the a leader on the financial management and planning team, the Financial Assistant is responsible for providing financial analysis and support to corporate reporting, budget, and/or program financial support teams.

**Education**:

- Completion of grade 12
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in accounting or finance and/or a CPA designation.

**Knowledge**:

- Experience in accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, procurement and/or

process review is an asset
- Experience with Public Sector Accounting (PSA) and not-for-profit accounting standards is an asset
- Knowledge of external regulations, such as the Municipal Act, the CICA/PSAB Handbook, and all other regulations impacting the accounting and reporting of municipalities.
- Completion of the municipal accounting and finance program would be an asset

**Responsibilities**:
**_ Fulfills monthly, quarterly, annual and ad hoc requests for internal and external financial reporting and planning (90% of time)._**:

- Identifying financial reporting needs, reviewing for accuracy, evaluating estimates, performing analytical review and following up on unusual results.
- Preparation of reconciliations and ensuring accuracy of journal entries, and completeness.
- Prepares and maintains financial information by following standard operating procedures to complete monthly and quarterly tasks to record financial transactions.
- Preparing components of audited consolidated financial statements including reconciliations to ledger and related note disclosure and analytical review.
- Assisting with preparation of quarterly reports, variance analysis and discussing with lines of business and financial management team.
- Researching and summarizing PSAB changes, analyzing and critically evaluating accounting policy options and alternatives including impacts on financial results and an implementation plan.
- Reporting on capital changes and depreciation in the financial information returns, review for completeness.
- Preparing and analyzing special purpose statements for ministry funded programs.
- Provides support in the budget preparation and budget to actual analysis.
- Creates or maintains procedure documentation as required.

**_
Leads and/or participates in special projects as assigned (10% of time)._**:

- Provide support and data gathering and analysis for special projects and initiatives
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned or required._

**Special Requirements**:

- Must provide proof of enrollment in a related post-secondary program
- In accordance with the Corporate Criminal Record Check Policy, the position requires the incumbent to undergo a Criminal Records Check and submit a Canadian Police Clearance Certificate.
- Regional staff strive to enable the strategic priorities of council and the organization through the completion of their work. Staff carry out their work by demonstrating the corporate values.

**Closing Statement**:
Uncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow’s challenges TODAY
- Phone: 905-980-6000 or 1-800-263-7215
- Bell Relay: 1-800-855-0511
- In-person: Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold,

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