Senior Accountant - REVISED Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 54163)

Description

This posting is for one (1) Temporary, Full-Time position that may continue until March 31, 2027

Do you have what it takes to combine your financial expertise with business acumen to provide financial advice and stewardship through excellence in financial analytics and client support? Do you possess the skill set to ensure limited resources are prioritized and aligned to the Edmonton Police Service's vision to make Edmonton the safest major city in Canada and to be recognized as a leader in policing?
You will be part of the Financial Management Branch that is responsible for the consolidated capital and operating budgets and financial reporting and will perform professional senior accounting work. Candidate success is determined by the ability to:

• Provide financial analytics, financial modeling, strategic support and consultative services to Edmonton Police Service department managers, facilitating strong financial governance and stewardship.
• Consult with department managers to determine annual budget distribution, and requirements. 
• Perform monthly analysis of financial results against budget to identify variances, year-end projected costs, identify trends and develop financial models and funding strategies.
• Prepare a variety of reports for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify areas for continuous improvement and lead change through providing advice and expertise in accounting and business process.
• Lead and participate in system enhancement and process improvement projects.
• Ensure adherence of financial requirements to the Municipal Government Act, Public Sector Accounting Board standards and City of Edmonton financial policies and procedures.