Financial Systems and Reporting Specialist

We Have a Big Name – and a Big Mission

We’re the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety. But you can call us CCOHS.

We’re a federal government corporation focused on a single mission: upholding the right of everyone in Canada to a healthy and safe workplace where they can thrive. Our tools and resources are designed to give employers and workers across the country the information they need to stay healthy and safe, both physically and mentally, on the job.

CCOHS’ Finance Department is responsible for centralized financial analysis; full-cycle accounting; financial, government and transparency reporting; management of Access to Privacy and Information Requests, cash management; internal controls; procurement and order processing. As an integral member of the Finance team, the Policy and Reporting Specialist will lead the federal reporting function, including transparency and compliance reporting for areas under the department’s responsibility, in both official languages.

If the idea of making a difference and being part of a culture that values innovation, professional growth and your overall well-being excites you, we encourage you to read on.

About the Role
  • As a Financial Systems and Reporting Specialist, you will oversee the government reporting process at CCOHS and ensure that the organization strictly adheres to Treasury Board Secretariat (TBS) directives. Leveraging your expert financial analysis skills, you will support the effective and timely submission of reports, and track work progress ensuring all government reporting deadlines and requirements are met.
  • In this role, you will modernize CCOHS financial systems and processes by gathering information and making recommendations for improvement to the Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer (VP/CFO). You’ll establish and uphold online approval levels and procedures to maintain ongoing compliance.
  • You will work collaboratively with the Corporate Secretary to research, interpret and provide financial information required to respond to incoming parliamentary questions, Access to Information (ATIP) and Privacy Act requests.

What You Have
  • Graduate of a minimum three-year program from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance, or closely related field.
  • CPA designation required.
  • Must have strong financial analysis experience.
  • Experience with public sector reporting, ERP integration and the use of business intelligence tools are strong assets.
  • Must have extensive knowledge and experience working with various software types such as ERP systems (preferably Acumatica) as well as the Microsoft Office suite of programs.
  • Must understand the integration of various accounting systems (eg., Acumatica, CDFS, SPS, CFMRS, Power BI, etc.)
  • Ability to communicate in both official languages is an asset.
  • The ability to manage conflicting priorities and produce accurate reports is essential.

Who You Are
  • A supportive, respectful team member who provides guidance, treats others equitably and thrives in an environment where new ideas and collaboration are encouraged.
  • An excellent communicator who connects well with all levels of stakeholders.
  • An enthusiastic believer of providing exceptional, efficient service.
  • An avid researcher with experience in process improvement and financial reporting.
  • A results-oriented problem solver who works effectively under pressure and thrives in a fast-paced environment with multiple tight deadlines.
  • An innovative mindset coupled with the ability to meet deadlines.

Salary

Within the range of

$95,926 to $116,237 (CCOHS-10) per annum.

Full-time, permanent, unionized position

Application Deadline

Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Quote File Reference Number: FI-120

Vacancies: 1

To Apply

If you are excited by this opportunity, we want to hear from you. Send us your application in confidence by Wednesday, June 12, 2024, to ​jobs@ccohs.ca, quoting File Reference Number FI-120.

Notes

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@ccohs.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.