Overview
Lead, Financial Operations Jobs in Whitehorse at Yukon Government
This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference.
This posting is for a full-time, permanent position working 75-hours bi-weekly. This competition may be used to fill future anticipatory vacancies.
Yukon government’s vision is an engaged and diverse public service that embraces innovation to deliver positive outcomes for Yukoners.
Who we are…
At the Government of Yukon, our vision is to create an engaged and diverse public service that embraces innovation to deliver positive outcomes for Yukoners – this vision is close to our hearts in the Public Service Commission. We are passionate about our people, and we strive to build a workplace that’s inclusive, respectful and continuously improving. We do this through maintaining internal HR systems, policies and collective agreements and providing human resources advice and support to departments and employees.
The opportunity…
The Finance and Administration Branch of the Public Service Commission is looking for a dynamic individual who approaches problem-solving collaboratively and with strong critical-thinking skills, respects diverse perspectives and demonstrates commitment to professionalism through leadership, dedication, and integrity. As a key member of our team and a ‘go to’ resource; this position is responsible for planning, leading, evaluating, and monitoring the financial operations for the Public Service Commission as well as supporting the development, analysis and monitoring of the department’s budgets.
We are looking for…
Someone who thrives in a fast-paced role in financial operations and financial analysis. You hold yourself to a high standard and demonstrate impeccable attention to detail. You build positive, professional, and high-trust relationships and work to engage our clients and stakeholders at every opportunity. You are thoughtful and strategic to ensure success within government structures and processes.
Explore everything we have to offer…
Yukon government cares about their employees and strives to offer a variety of learning and developmental opportunities including in-house training. Funding may also be available to support further education.
Flexible work and leave options may be available allowing you to balance your personal and professional needs.
We also have a comprehensive and generous benefits plan, providing for the health and wellbeing of you and your family.
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Important application requirements:
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet each of the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential and asset qualifications listed below. Note that selection for further consideration is based solely on the information you provide in your resume.
Include the month and year you started and ended a job when you list your work experience. This allows us to accurately calculate the length of time you were in the position.
For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit this resource page on Yukon.ca.
Essential Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in accounting, business administration, or related discipline.
- Considerable experience leading financial operations, including process development, and provision of training, guidance, and support to finance staff and clients.
- Considerable experience completing financial functions; reporting, analysis, budgeting, forecasting, tracking expenditures and commitments, procurement, completing year-end reports and/or reconciling accounts.
- Considerable experience applying financial legislation and/or policies and procedures to make decisions and provide advice and recommendations.
- Considerable experience using financial systems and Microsoft applications (please indicate specific systems you have utilized).
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability
Candidate should have and may be assessed on their:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills (professionalism, positive attitude, tact and diplomacy)
- Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with others and positively contribute to a team environment.
- Strong skills in attention to detail and organizing and prioritizing work.
- Initiative, self-motivation and able to work independently.
- Strong leadership, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Additional information
Job requirements: This position works onsite in an open office environment.
Contact details:
If you have any questions about this position, please contact: Maureen Caron, Director, Finance & Administration (PSC) at [email protected]
If you have any questions about this position, please contact: Melissa Wood, Human Resources at Consultant [email protected].
Title: Lead, Financial Operations
Company: Yukon Government
Location: Whitehorse
