Financial Analyst

**Job Details**:
**BLUEWATER DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION***

**FINANCIAL ANALYST**
**GROW YOUR CAREER IN BLUEWATER**
As one of the area’s largest employers, Bluewater District School Board has approximately 3,000 permanent and casual employees who serve 18,500 students and families across 8,673 square kilometres within Bruce and Grey Counties on the traditional lands of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation.

Come to Bluewater to experience the trails, sandy beaches, meandering rivers, and welcoming communities. Stay to experience a progressive career path with an employer that is dedicated in providing a positive working environment, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

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**Permanent Full-time**: 35 hours per week, 12-month position

**Salary**: $70,873 - $82,912

**Reports to**: Accounting Supervisor

**Location**:Bluewater District School Board Education Centre, Chesley, Ontario

The Financial Analyst is responsible for assisting in the development and maintenance of accurate financial information for effective fiscal planning and reporting, in accordance with professional and board requirements.

**Qualifications and Experience**:

- Post-Secondary degree/diploma in Accounting or Business Administration
- Professional Accounting designation or actively pursuing a designation (senior level student)
- Minimum three (3) years progressive accounting and budget analysis experience while working in a Finance department within a school board or other public sector entity

**Responsibilities**:

- Monthly budget monitoring, reconciliations, variance analysis, projections, and financial reporting
- Assist in preparation of Estimates, Revised Estimates and Financial Statements for Ministry of Education and board purposes
- Responsible for the maintenance of the general ledger chart of account and reports
- Responsible for appropriate accounting treatment of tangible capital assets
- Provide guidance and training to colleagues and staff in area of expertise, board procedures, Ministry financial requirements and accounting standards
- Research, track and support funding changes as required
- Liaise with external stakeholders, e.g., Ministry of Education, external auditors, financial institutions, and all levels of management
- Complete Ministry (or other governing body) reports pertaining to spending on a per project/grant basis
- Provide analysis and research backup for complex entries
- Prepare ad hoc analysis under strict time constraints to support business decisions
- Prepare and present accurate, timely and concise recommendations to support analysis and strategic priorities
- Assist in process improvement opportunities which may involve re-engineering or enhancement of business processes for finance or business information systems
- Other duties as required

**Assets**:

- Knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) accounting standards, and Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Understanding of finance and budget requirements and proven ability to relay that understanding to others in the organization to meet strategic goals
- Experience in financial analysis, developing research, sensitivity analyses, report writing, documentation related to financial procedures
- Excellent communication and presentation skills that promote and guide others to understanding of complex information
- Proven inter-personal skills exhibiting diplomacy, constructive team-based skills and abilities
- Results oriented, with the ability to ability to manage multiple priorities under strict deadlines
- Strong analytical, organization, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Advanced excel skills with the ability to manage large amounts of data
- Proficient with computerized financial systems, such as K212 Finance/Edsembli FIN, and Microsoft Office Suite

**APPLICATION PROCESS**:
We thank everyone for applying, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

**Equity***
- Bluewater District School Board is committed to fostering a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and staff._

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**Accommodation***

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**Wellness***
- Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing a respectful and healthy work environment._***

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Posted On

March 13, 2024

Closing Date & Time

March 27, 2024 04:00 PM EST/EDT

Openings

1

Job Type

Full Time

Job Category

Management & Professionals

Job Open To

Teachers, Principals & Superintendents, ECE, EA and Support Staff

City

Chesley

School/Location

BEC - Financial Services

Salary

$70,873 - $82,912 per year

Employment Start Date

Start Immediately