Case Financial Officer - Bilingual (English/French) - Jobs in Toronto, ON

Job Description

The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services is looking for a financial professional to provide a range of financial, analytical and other related services in support of families across Ontario. If you are a results-oriented individual and have strong communication skills, consider this opportunity with the Family Responsibility Office.The Family Responsibility Office effectively and compassionately guides payers, recipients and partners through the family support process to ensure families receive the support to which they are entitled. You can find more information about the Family Responsibility Office on our public website.OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontarios Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.What can I expect to do in this roleYou will provide financial analysis services and support by:

• calculating adjustments to family support obligations;
• updating and maintaining client accounts;
• reconciling and balancing general ledgers, sub-ledgers, and financial reports against bank statements, court orders and other documentation;
• ensuring compliance with court documents and governing legislation and regulations;
• verifying accuracy of receipts and disbursements;
• ensuring the integrity of the programs general ledger accounts; and
• communicating in various formats (e.g., preparing letters, conducting phone calls, leaving detailed case notes) with internal and external clients to clearly articulate your rationale for financial calculations and/or decisions.

How do I qualifyMandatoryYou must possess oral and written French language skills at the advanced level. Your proficiency level will be confirmed before hire.Financial Knowledge

• You have knowledge of financial and accounting guidelines, standards, and controls to support general ledger accounts.
• You have the ability to interpret and apply knowledge of relevant legislation (such as the Family Responsibility and Support Arrears Enforcement Act) and regulations to support the calculation of adjustments to family support obligations.
• You can apply accounting principles, practices, and financial controls, make sound decisions and maintain client accounts in accordance with court orders, legal agreements and governing legislation.
• You exhibit strong financial analytical skills to analyze court documents and calculate financial adjustments.
• You have experience using balancing systems and reconciliation processes to balance and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• You can analyze, research and resolve discrepancies and inconsistencies in financial reports and can provide input and feedback when necessary.

Communication Skills

• You have excellent oral communication skills to communicate clearly and effectively.
• You have written communication skills to prepare financial reports, correspondence and data in a variety of formats.
• You demonstrate excellent interpersonal and team-building skills.

Computer Skills

• You have experience with, and knowledge of, computer software applications (e.g. MS Office, including spreadsheets, databases, word processing, etc.).
• You have experience with advanced spreadsheet techniques such as developing and applying formulas, macros, Pivot Tables, etc.

Additional Information:Address:

• 1 Bilingual Temporary, duration up to 6 months, 125 Sir William Hearst Ave, Toronto, Toronto Region, Criminal Record Check

Compensation Group: Ontario Public Service Employees UnionUnderstanding the job ad - definitionsSchedule: 6Category: Finance and EconomicsPosted on: Thursday, December 15, 2022Note:

• This ad is also available in French.
• In accordance with the Ontario Public Service (OPS), Employment Screening Checks Policy (ESCP), the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Refer to the above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Corporate Talent Programs Branch, Talent and Leadership Division to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individuals employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.
• The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
• Effective, January 1st, 2023 the correct salary range for this position will be $1,008.70 to $1,233.99 per week in compliance with OPSEU collective agreement provisions.

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