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Manager, Accounting ServicesFI5 Financial Officer 5Regular/full-timeDepartment of FinanceTransactional Services, Central FinanceWinnipeg MBAdvertisement Number: 42175Salary(s): FI5 $71,491.00 - $91,483.00 per yearClosing Date: January 5, 2024The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.The Central Finance Division is responsible for ensuring Manitoba Finance and all partner departments are operating in a manner that is transparent, controlled, and in-line with government mandates and financial policies. Central Finance provides shared financial services and budget oversight for these various partner departments, including Finance, Executive Council, and the Public Service Commission. The division also provides centralized administrative functions related to accounts payable and payroll services for all of government. Central Finance oversees the distribution and utilization of supported departments #39; budgets and FTEs, and ensures a continuous and accurate flow of funds throughout the departments.Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check

Qualifications:Essential:

• Recognized accounting designation (CA, CMA, CGA) or equivalent training and experience.
• Experience applying the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Government accounting principles, including accrual accounting practices, as well as internal controls
• Experience interpreting and applying financial and administrative policies, systems, and legislation
• Experience with SAP financial management modules with respect to all accounting transactions, procurement, and reporting
• Experience supervising and leading staff in a transformation focused environment.
• Excellent analytical skills to research and translate problems and proposals into advice and recommendations for staff and senior management
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with a wide range internal and external stakeholders
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and delegate work in a deadline driven environment

Desired:

• Experience interpreting and/or applying the General Manual of Administration (GMA), Financial Administration Manual (FAM), Procurement Administration Manual (PAM) and the Financial Administration Act (FAA)

Duties:The Manager of Accounting Services is accountable to support senior management both in Finance and in various partner departments in carrying out functions associated with accounting transactions including commitment, accrual and cost accounting, reconciliations; and treasury duties. The incumbent provides interpretation, advice, and recommendations on revenue, expenditure, and liability controls. They review reconciliations on financial control accounts to ensure the accurate reporting and control of expenditures, revenues, and liabilities. They also provide leadership to the Accounting Services unit within the Transactional Services branch.Apply to:Advertisement # 42175Talent Acquisition - Executive RecruitmentHuman Resource Services