Tangible Capital Program Analyst (Program Admin Officer 4)

About Us

At the Department of Finance and Treasury Board we strive to provide financial leadership, analysis and policies that strengthen Nova Scotia. As stewards of the province's financial affairs, we deliver a wide range of corporate fiscal and management services - including the preparation of the provincial budget - as well as ensure government plans are coordinated and fiscally responsible.

If you are detail oriented and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we have an exciting opportunity for you to explore as a Tangible Capital Program Analyst.

About Our Opportunity

As the Program Administrative Officer 4 you will be responsible for providing advice and assistance on financial matters as well as administering and/or coordinating financial accountability mechanisms within the broad objectives of the Entities (Crown Corporations/Government Business Enterprises) under the Department of Public Works responsibility.

Primary Accountabilities

Within a typical day, you will be responsible for:

• Providing advice and assistance with financial statement preparation and consolidation. You will also be the key contact for the audit process and responsible to co-ordinate the audit efforts with external and/or internal auditors
• Providing council, advice, analysis and assistance to senior management, capital program staff, client departments, and Entities on financial matters related to the assigned capital and operational projects. You will monitor the assigned capital and operational project approvals and commitments in accordance with legislation and audit requirements.
• Developing policies and procedures regarding financial accountability measures and accounting policies in consultation with senior management, staff and clients
• Participating in changes to financial systems and/or training and providing advice
• Preparing reports, briefing notes, and correspondence
• Accountable for the coordination and implementation of expenditure control, budgetary planning, forecast, forecasting and accounting for assigned capital as well as operating expenditures, and recoveries in accordance with GAAP, PSAB, IFRS, government policies, regulations and procedures for the Entities and Projects under DPW responsibility.
• Provide reports on expenditures, recoveries, assets, inventory and perform analysis on a proactive basis through a variety of standard and ad hoc analysis methods, techniques and models. This involves the development and/or review of financial models to assist in decision making.
• Monitors expenditures and cash flow for capital and operating spending regarding assigned projects under the Entities within DPW responsibility.
• Responsible for monitoring forecast to budget and making recommendations within the accountability framework when forecast variances occur.
• Manages and participates in special projects with other project staff, and outside consultants as required.

Qualifications and Experience

This may be the right opportunity for you if you have a bachelor's degree with six years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. You also possess knowledge of PSAAB and other relevant CICA standards and requirements.

An understanding of the SAP asset module, plant maintenance, and capital project solutions including work breakdown structures elements is considered an asset.

You possess the ability to critically analyze and cost programs, forecast operations, examine financial statements, to counsel clients on finances, accounting and reporting, in the context of generally accepted accounting principles, legislations and policy. You possess exceptional communication and time management skills with a strong attention to detail, able to produce accurate reports in a timely manner.

While not required, an accounting designation (CPA) or enrolment in a recognized accounting program is considered an asset.

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

Equivalency

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless Career Paths for Nova Scotians.
• Department Specific Flexible working schedules.