Comptroller

The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates in 2022. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations. As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Successful applicants will enjoy a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement.

Directly reporting to the Director, Petroleum Products, the Comptroller is accountable for overseeing the management of the Petroleum Products Revolving Funds financial systems and the Petroleum Product Stabilization fund and for overseeing the development, implementation and monitoring of policies and procedures associated with all areas of financial administration contained within the Financial Administration Manual. Three positions report to the incumbent and three PPD Regional Officers indirectly on financial matters only. Upwards of 10 positions report thorough the incumbent/s subordinates. The accounting division is responsible for the accounts receivable, accounts payables, computer systems and financial/cost accounting of Petroleum Products Division. The incumbent manages the $250 million Revolving fund as well as the $20 million Stabilization Fund.

Other responsibilities include developing, implementing, and monitoring all systems associated with financial accounting, controls, commissions, taxes, budget estimates and reports. As well, providing advice and recommending policy to senior management of the Petroleum Product Revolving Fund, and providing required financial accounting standards and information systems for use by the Petroleum Products Revolving Fund, including the necessary training and interpretation to ensure adequate compliance.

The combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities are normally acquired through the completion of a degree in Commerce, Major in Accounting, or related field with ongoing learning to attain of a degree in Commerce, Major in Accounting, or related field with ongoing learning to attain recognized professional CPA designation, along with a minimum of 3 years financial management and supervisory experience, preferable in a unionized environment. The possession of a CPA designation upon appointment would be considered an asset. Equivalencies consisting of an acceptable combination of education, training and experience may be considered. A Class 5 driver/s license is mandatory for this position.

This is a Position of Trust and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required.

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut's official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

If you are interested in applying for this job, please email your cover letter and resume to . Please include the REFERENCE # in the subject line of your email.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered.
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check.
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.

CONTACT:

Four Corners Group

(Recruitment Partner) - Government of Nunavut

18 York Street, Suite 430

Toronto, ON, M5J 2T8

Phone: (416)-593-0900

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THE HONOURABLE DAVID JOANASIE Minister of Community and Government Services

David Joanasie was re-elected by acclamation to represent the constituency of South Baffin in the 6th Legislative Assembly of Nunavut.

Government of Nunavut