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Financial Leadership Expert

2 months ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada The Government of Nova Scotia Full time
About Our Opportunity

As a seasoned financial professional, you will play a pivotal role in providing expert financial guidance to various program areas and external agencies funded by the Department of Finance and Treasury Board. This position offers a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in financial leadership, analysis, and policy development to drive business success.

You will serve as the primary point of contact for all financial matters related to program delivery, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration with Financial Advisory Services and other branches of the Department of Seniors and Long-Term Care. Your extensive knowledge of financial principles, regulations, and industry best practices will enable you to provide sound and timely advice to stakeholders.

Primary Accountabilities
  • Financial Policy Development: Develop, examine, analyze, cost, and make recommendations on financial policies related to capital and operating funds, funding models, and contract renewals.
  • Financial Compliance: Ensure expenditures are accounted for in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) standards, and government policies.
  • System Design and Implementation: Design and assist in implementing systems and procedures to organize and coordinate the collection of financial and statistical information.
  • Financial Interpretation and Advice: Provide interpretations of guidelines and offer advice to external auditors, healthcare administrators, and departmental staff.
  • Financial Forecasting: Prepare and analyze short-term and long-term forecasts of the financial positions of clients to assess their financial health individually and collectively.
  • Budget Preparation and Analysis: Collaborate with departmental staff and client agencies to prepare and analyze annual budget documents, including briefing material for senior management.
Qualifications and Experience

This role requires a bachelor's degree with six years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience. You must possess in-depth knowledge of PSAAB and other relevant CICA standards and requirements. An accounting designation (CA, CMA, CGA, CPA) or enrollment in a recognized accounting program is considered an asset.

You should have an extensive background in finance, with experience in dealing with complex economic inter-relationships between the Province and provincially regulated and/or funded agencies. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with effective communication and interpersonal skills, are essential for success in this role.

We will assess your qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Benefits

The Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined benefit pension plan, health, dental, life insurance, general illness, short- and long-term disability, vacation time, and employee and family assistance programs. For more information on our benefit offerings, please visit our website.

Additional Information

This is a term employment opportunity with an anticipated end date of December 1, 2026. The appointment status (term, temporary, or casual) depends on the start date of the successful candidate.

We strive to maintain a diverse workforce that reflects the citizens we serve. If you identify as Indigenous, African Nova Scotian, or another racially visible person, person with a disability, or woman in an underrepresented occupation, we encourage you to self-identify on your application.