Financial Analyst

Job IDC4-37-F1-1E-74-50
CompanyRed River College
LocationWinnipeg
ProvinceManitoba
Date Posted2020-07-07
Posted Until2020-07-21
Job TypeFull-time
Job CategoryFinance
Description
Applicants are to clearly demonstrate how they satisfy the selection criteria in their written submissions and must identify the competition number they are applying for in the subject line of the email.

This competition may be used to establish a 6 month eligibility list of qualified candidates for future vacancies.

DUTIES
The Financial Analyst is part of the Financial Services Team and plays a key role in the activities of the assigned school(s) or business unit(s). As the College constantly adapts to meet the needs of industry, the Financial Services Team is positioned to be fluid and flexible in supporting the College community and those it serves. The Financial Analyst plays a key role in guiding RRC’s leading-edge vision by taking a strategic approach to planning and analysis. They support the team by providing key guidance and advice to College leaders as RRC continues to deliver meaningful and exciting programming to students as well as industry partners throughout the province.
The Financial Analyst will require experience with budgeting, variance analysis, forecasting and supporting and developing non-financial College leaders in all areas of Finance and Accounting. The Financial Analyst requires skills at gathering, analyzing, interpreting and presenting data, building financial models and business cases for decision support including recommending and presenting a course of action. The Financial Analyst supports long-term financial planning in College operations, using strategy to align the work of the Financial Services Team with the needs of RRC students and staff. They will require skills in initiative, process improvement, working effectively with multiple stakeholders and completing work on schedule. The position will be the main point of contact and support for financial matters, will be performing financial related special projects as needed and will support the procurement process. The Financial Analyst will also help to ensure consistent processes and procedures are used College-wide.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Canadian recognized Professional Accounting Designation (CPA); senior level standing in the CPA program with equivalent experience may be considered
• Excellent understanding and significant experience with full cycle accounting
• Significant experience with budgeting, variance analysis, forecasting and capital planning
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to increase the understanding of financial reports and indicators with staff at all levels
• Experience gathering and analyzing data, building financial decision models and financial analysis to support decision making
• Detailed oriented and big-picture focused
• Experience with the procurement process including assisting with development of specifications, securing quotes and evaluating options
• Must be solutions oriented, self motivated, have a positive attitude and manage changes on short notice and demonstrate initiative
• Ability to work individually and as a team with limited supervision, under pressure and within deadlines
• Experience creating custom internal and external reports
• Excellent abilities in Microsoft Office with particular emphasis on Excel
• Experience with integrated financial system and financial software applications
• Experience in creating presentations and presenting to senior levels
• Development of metrics and performance indicators
• Values Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Commitment to lifelong learning
ASSETS
• Experience working in Accounting and Finance for a large public sector organization

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• This position may be required to work evenings and/or weekends
• Incumbent must provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Records Check
• May be required to work at various RRC campuses
LanguagesEnglish
How To ApplyApplicants are to clearly demonstrate how they satisfy the selection criteria in their written submissions and must identify the competition number they are applying for in the subject line of the email

Apply to Red River College by email: humanresources@rrc.ca

This competition may be used to establish a 6 month eligibility list of qualified candidates for future vacancies.

We seek diversity in our workplace. Aboriginal persons, women, visible minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Competition #: 2020-080
Closing Date: July 21, 2020
Salary: $51,954 - 71,132 per annum

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Red River College provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If an applicant requires accommodation during the application or selection process, Human Resource Services will work with the applicant to meet the accommodation needs.

For more information and other employment opportunities, visit www.rrc.ca/hr

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