Financial Planning and Analysis Officer

Financial Planning and Analysis Officer
Permanent, full-time
The Sudbury Catholic District School Board is located in Northeastern Ontario and serves approximately 6,800 students in 17 schools located in Greater Sudbury, as well as in Killarney.
Our School Board is host to and celebrates diverse cultures and is comprised of dedicated staff committed to high quality education that inspires and promotes lifelong learning. The Board is currently seeking a Financial Planning and Analysis Officer to join our dynamic Financial Services team.
Reporting to the Manager of Financial Services, the Financial Planning and Analysis Officer conducts research, engages in forecasting and analysis activities, explores efficiencies to support the management, control and reporting of financial matters for the Board.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
Education / Certification
University degree in a related discipline.
Professional accounting designation or equivalent
Experience Required
Three years of work-related experience in finance.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in a school board setting and knowledge of the Education Act and Regulations.
KEY ACTIVITIES
Involved in budget forecasting for preliminary and revised estimates, financial planning, analysis and implications on proposed operational direction.
Researches, analyzes and participates in the coordination and consolidation of short
- and long-term planning documents with financial impacts for decision-making.
Functional oversight for payroll procedures and processes as they intercept with the Human Resources department.
Forecast salary and non-salary expenditures analyses expenditures and revenue patterns and identifies potential shortages/surpluses.
Provides interpretation and advice on legislation, regulations, ministerial directives and organizational policies and procedures as well as explores efficiencies and processes to enhance the organizational outcomes.
Assesses and recommends corporate accounting, reporting, internal control, and audit practices for the organization and participates in the development and implementation of departmental financial procedures and guidelines.
Develops and conducts financial centered training and awareness presentations.
Requirement of effort to maintain knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, of ministerial and organizational procedures and priorities as well as keep abreast of the impact of economic, social and technological changes that may affect the environment of the organization.
Scope of Knowledge
Strong knowledge of analytical and problem solving methods as well as cost/benefit and risk analysis techniques and practices to develop cost effective recommendation for management on expenditure proposals and to assess alternative scenarios in the use of resources and to analyze and resolve complex financial issues.
Strong knowledge and experience in Excel and data manipulation and analysis as well as the ability to communicate information effectively.
Strong knowledge of the theories and principles of financial and management accounting including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and accounting concepts, and practices to develop sound financial accounting, control reporting, verification and audit processes in order to provide meaningful advice and assist management in the effective management of resources and ensure accurate reporting of financial data in the financial statements and reports for use by management.
Knowledge of the financial control and accounting systems of the board and the ability to retrieve in a timely and accurate manner to facilitate the financial reporting requirements of management.
Knowledge of payroll systems in light of processes and procedures considered best practices, and the ability to retrieve in a timely and accurate manner to facilitate management reporting requirements.

**Skills**:Strong communication and interpersonal skills to demonstrate and explain general and complex accounting theories, policies, and practices as well as deliver financial centered training and awareness presentations. Ability to respond in a reasonable manner to inquiries from other departments, various ministries, and the public. Skill is required in adapting the format and content of communication for audiences with varying ranges of financial sophistication.
Ability to conduct training and information sessions of management, employees, and new staff to ensure that they are made aware of changes to policies and procedures affecting their roles and responsibilities in the verification of financial transactions.
Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to provide accurate and timely information while managing multiple conflicting deadlines.
A strong commitment to confidentiality and professionalism.
Other
Occasional travel to schools within the Board’s jurisdiction requiring a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
The annual salary range for this position is $77,