This Job Opening is limited to employees with the GNWT/WSCC in indeterminate and term positions.

Employees must apply through HRIS / Employee Self-Service. For instructions please see:

https://www.gov.nt.ca/careers/en/submit-application-gnwt-employee

The Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment (ITI) works through wide-ranging partnerships and initiatives to deliver quality programs and services that promote and support economic development, diversification and prosperity in the interest of Northwest Territories residents  – their businesses and communities.

Reporting to the Manager, Financial Planning, the Financial Planning and Budget Analyst is part of a team of financial and administrative specialists that provide budgetary, accounting and program support to various divisions within ITI. This department has an Operations and Maintenance (O&M) budget of approximately $61 million and a capital budget of approximately $3 million. The incumbent is responsible for coordinating financial and budgetary exercises involving O&M and Capital and ensuring that the management of budgets is compliant with legislation and relevant policies 

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of standards established by PSAB. 
• Knowledge of financial planning and budgetary development concepts. 
• Extensive knowledge in the use of microcomputer and software applications such  as Excel, MS Word, and computerized accounting systems. 
• Knowledge of GNWT organization and management relationships.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret and prepare financial statements and reports. 
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable financial policies. 

Typically attained by:

• These skills are normally acquired through current enrollment of the Chartered Professional Accountant core modules and 3 years directly related experience. 

Equivalencies

• A bachelor's degree in a related field and three (3) years of related experience.
• All other equivalencies will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Related Field(s) of Study:

• Accounting
• Finance

Related Experience:

• Variance analysis
• Main estimate preparation
• Variance training

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR  
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.