FINANCIAL OFFICER - Jobs in Toronto, ON

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The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is a regulatory agency that reports to the Ministry of the Attorney General. The AGCO is responsible for regulating the alcohol, gaming, horse racing and private cannabis retail sectors in Ontario, in accordance with the principles of honesty and integrity, and in the public interest.The AGCO has an exciting opportunity within the Financial Operations team for a Financial Officer. Reporting to the Manager, Financial Operations, the Financial Officer will be responsible to support the AGCOs expenditure and revenue management programs and is accountable for the recording, analyzing, processing and reconciling of various transactions, in addition to providing expert advice, training and service to staff and business areas.What can I expect to do in this roleIn this role, the successful candidate will:

• Ensure that expenditures and revenue are recorded accurately – in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Public Sector Accounting Standards and with applicable policies and procedures.
• Carry out daily, month-end, quarter-end and year-end activities related to revenue and expenditures in an accurate and timely manner. These activities include preparing reconciliations, journal entries, resolving account and information system variances, processing vendor invoices for payment, reviewing expense claims, managing accounts receivable, etc.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert to staff and business areas related to revenue and expenditures, information systems, policies and directives, which includes answering ongoing questions, preparing/updating training materials and delivering presentations.
• Lead the implementation of system change requests, projects and procedures within Finance. These activities include recommending changes to management, creating design documents, implementing and/or coordinating changes, testing, and training Finance and business area staff.
• Prepare reports and schedules utilizing data from various information systems and tracking files for management review, insight and decision making.
• Carrying out various controllership and administrative functions including administrating various Corporate Card programs, providing access to systems, maintaining accurate user databases, preparing process narratives and samples for auditors, coordinating projects and initiatives, etc.
• Continually reviews internal controls within the department, identifies gaps and weaknesses, and provides resolution recommendations to the Manager, Financial Operations.

How do I qualifyThe ideal candidate will have:

• A post-secondary diploma (min. 3 years) in accounting or finance, or an undergraduate degree in economics, business, statistics, accounting or finance.
• Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated accounting expertise in expenditure and revenue management and reporting in the public or private sector.
• Minimum three years expertise with financial information systems at an advanced level including the proven ability to learn, master and teach new software. Experience with Oracle Integrated Financial Information System (IFIS) is considered an asset.
• Experience utilizing the MS Office Suite of programs, including Excel at the advanced level (e.g., IF functions, sumif(s), countif(s), lookup, pivot tables, etc.). Familiarity with VBA coding and macros is considered an asset.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles (e.g. Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Public Sector Accounting Standards) and practices and ability to apply them to the expenditure and revenue management, recognition and reporting.
• Ability to research, interpret and apply the Ontario Public Service policies, procedures, directives and guidelines (e.g., General Expenses, Travel, Meal and Hospitality Expenses, Revenue Management, Public Sector Expenses Review Act).
• Developed project management, public speaking skills to coordinate activities, produce/update training materials and complete presentations.
• Strong ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service and consultation skills to develop effective relationships.
• Superior record-keeping skills and ability to perform administrative tasks accurately.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to a criminal background check.The AGCO has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy that requires all staff, including prospective new employees, be fully vaccinated by a Health Canada approved COVID-19 vaccine. Individuals with valid medical or other human rights-based exemptions will be considered for appropriate accommodation within the policy.The AGCO is an inclusive and equal opportunity employerThe AGCO has the responsibility to lead by example in advancing racial equity and to build a diverse, inclusive, accessible and respectful workplace where every employee has a voice and the opportunity to fully contribute. To this effect, you are encouraged to reflect upon the diversity you would bring to the role within your application including, but not limited to, individuals identifying with one or more of the under-represented groups identified within Ontarios Human Rights Code.Disability related accommodation during the recruitment process is available upon request.Additional Information:Address:

• 1 Temporary, duration up to 20 months, 90 Sheppard Ave E, Toronto, Toronto Region, Criminal Record Check

Compensation Group: ExcludedUnderstanding the job ad - definitionsSchedule: N/ACategory: Finance and EconomicsPosted on: Monday, July 4, 2022Note:

• This posting is for an organization that is not a part of the Ontario Public Service. The information and tips on the Ontario Public Service Careers website may not apply to this posting. Please use the contact information below to contact the organization directly if you have questions.
• 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), Talent Development 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.

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