Senior Accountant Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 52795)

Description

** This posting is for 1 Full-Time Temporary position that may be extended up to 18 months in accordance to Section 18.02 of the Collective Agreement **

Do you have what it takes to combine your financial expertise with business acumen to provide financial advice and stewardship through excellence in financial analytics and client support? Do you possess the skill set to ensure limited resources are prioritized and aligned to the Edmonton Police Service's vision to make Edmonton the safest major city in Canada and to be recognized as a leader in policing?
You will be part of the Financial Management Branch that is responsible for the consolidated capital and operating budgets and financial reporting and will perform professional senior accounting work. Candidate success is determined by the ability to:

• Provide financial analytics, financial modeling, strategic support and consultative services to Edmonton Police Service department managers, facilitating strong financial governance and stewardship.
• Consult with department managers to determine financial and accounting requirements and develop necessary financial systems and models to measure results.
• Consult with department managers to determine annual budget distribution, and requirements. 
• Lead, coordinate and direct the preparation of a variety of complex and diverse financial reports and statements for both internal and external partners.
• Perform monthly analysis of financial results against budget to identify variances, year-end projected costs, identify trends and develop financial models and funding strategies.
• Identify areas for continuous improvement and lead change through providing advice and expertise in accounting and business process.
• Lead and participate in system enhancement and process improvement projects.
• Develop and maintain financial processes, policies, and procedures.
• Meet with various levels of management to present results of analysis or studies to modify financial models or the requirement for modified plans. Plan and evaluate strategic options.
• Ensure adherence of financial requirements to the Municipal Government Act, Public Sector Accounting Board standards and City of Edmonton financial policies and procedures.