Accountant

Work setting

• Government department and/or agency
• Municipal government

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Plan, set up and administer accounting systems
• Supervise staff
• Train staff
• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
• Prepare financial information for individuals, departments or companies
• Prepare reports and audit findings
• Make recommendations concerning cash management, insurance coverage, investment planning, retirement and estate planning
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices
• Arrange for sale of financial products and investments
• Develop and maintain cost findings, reporting and internal control procedure
• Review and examine financial services and institutions to ensure compliance with governing legislation and regulation
• Analyze financial documents and reports
• Examine accounting records
• Provide financial, business and tax advice
• Assist in the planning and execution of financial statement audits
• Variance analysis
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
• Manage finances or budget

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Chartered Accountants (CA) Designation
• Charterered Professional Accountant (CPA)
• Certified General Accountants (CGA) - level 1
• Certified Management Accountants (CMA) - level 1
• Certified Management Accountants (CMA) - level 2

Experience and specialization

Economic specialization

• Government finance

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Ability to multitask
• Adaptability

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Pension plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Wellness program