Assistant Regional Financial Coordinator

About Us

At the Department of Opportunities and Social Development (OSD), we are a large and diverse department providing a broad portfolio of programs and services including Child and Family Wellbeing (CFW), Employment Support Services (ESS), Income Assistance (IA), Homelessness and Supportive Housing, and Disability Support Program(DSP).

Through our services, we advocate and help vulnerable Nova Scotians be independent, self-reliant, and secure.  We work collaboratively across the province with a strong dedicated network of supports and staff, to achieve desired and shared outcomes for all.

About Our Opportunity

Are you highly analytical and a financial guru? Are you looking for your next opportunity where you can have an impact on streamlining work and processes?

We’re hiring for an Assistant Regional Financial Coordinator (ARFC) to enhance the quality of budgeting and forecasting services and strengthen the systems and services of DCS. In this role you will provide expertise and support to the Finance Manager.

Primary Accountabilities

As the ARFC, you will support the work of the department through financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting. A few of your key responsibilities will include:  

• Management of Financial Clerk Staff
• Workload distribution Analysis
• Preparing ad hoc financial reports; analyzing general ledger and other accounts/files; as well as performing detailed reconciliations and other detailed reports to budget managers
• Participating in the navigation of invoices for payment
• Considering new or changed operational requirements and how they impact funding models, analysis, and forecasts
• Designing reports that meet information and decision-making needs
• Assisting with implementing effective internal controls over the processing of financial transactions
• Monitoring financial systems and procedures and making recommendations for improvements and preventive and detective controls
• Contributing to the Program’s fiscal management and planning processes
• Promoting diversity, healthy workplaces, teamwork, and individual development; and maintaining positive internal communications.

Qualifications and Experience

You have a Bachelor of Business Administration or Commerce degree and have at least three (3) years of related experience.

Enrollment in the Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) program, along with knowledge of the corporate financial management system (SAP), Cognos Enterprise, Tableau, or similar applications are highly desirable.

Your key qualities include:

• detail-oriented, decisive, and guided by generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and PSAB
• ability to interpret, synthesize, and analyze data and information from a wide range of sources.
• sound analytical skills
• proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs including Excel and Word
• exceptional communication skills
• strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills 

Furthermore, you use discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive information and can work in a fast-paced environment; assessing and prioritizing work to ensure all deadlines are met by the department. You maintain a high level of knowledge of financial systems, technological and analytical tools, and standards or benchmarks for excellence.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency

We recognize equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience, providing opportunities for individuals with diverse backgrounds to contribute their skills and expertise. Equivalencies include, but are not limited to:

• a related diploma and at least 5 years of relevant experience
• at least 7 years of relevant experience

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application. 

Benefits

Based on the employment status, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.  For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees

Working Conditions

Most of your work is within a comfortable office-based environment.

This role requires repetitive tasks on a regular basis; a high level of visual and mental concentration; and contact with the public, various Government Departments as well as other local Agencies and Institutions.

Your normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day.

Additional Information

This is a TERM employment opportunity with an anticipated end date of March 24, 2026.  The appointment status (‘term’, ‘temporary’ or ‘casual’) is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.

Your worksite location is flexible. OSD has offices across the province which you can view here. Our Head office is in Halifax, and it is expected that you will travel regularly to Halifax as well as to regional offices. Your worksite location will be determined at the offer negotiation stage.

What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in.
• We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless Career Paths.