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DepartmentGovernment of Yukon -> Tourism & Culture - FinanceLocationWhitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)Job TypePermanentEnd DateFull/Part TimeFull-timeStandard Hours Bi-weekly75ClassificationAR13Salary$81,258.00 - $94,165.00UnionYEUDays OffSaturday/SundayTravel10%AdmissibilityOpen to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestryThis competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon governments goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference.Job Summary and RequirementsAt Tourism and Culture, we are a dynamic team of professionals who are dedicated to the Yukons vibrant tourism, arts, museums, heritage, historic sites, and archival communities and to their contributions to Yukons quality of life and prosperity.Your Impact....The Financial Analyst will be responsible for preparing a variety of financial statements and reports, budget controls, and other means of financial reporting to support program areas and/or branches. In this challenging and rewarding position, you will conduct research, analysis, and interpretation of financial activities to detect discrepancies, potential implications, and risks, and identify solutions to mitigate or correct, as required; prepare departmental submissions as required by the Department of Finance, Management Board Secretariat, and others, including program and departmental objectives, variances, supplementary budgets, year-end activities, business plans, and annual reports; and provide support, training, and advice to department staff on all financial activities.Success in this position will require a unique mix of experience, leadership qualities and a commitment to excellence in all aspects of the role.For more information about this position, please contact Jean-Marc Champeval, Manager, Finance at Jean-Marc.Champeval@yukon.caFor more information about the recruitment process, please contact Marg Webb, HR Consultant at margaret.webb@yukon.ca.Please do not email resumes to any of the above addresses; resumes must be accepted through the e-recruitment application system onlyEssential Qualifications:Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Please note selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. If you have these qualifications, ensure you clearly expand upon them (for each applicable employer) in your resume using the year/month format.Coursework in accounting and/or financial management.Considerable experience in financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and providing options and recommendations to management and decision-makers.Considerable experience researching, analyzing and interpreting legislation and/or policies and procedures to make decisions and provide advice and recommendations.Experience using financial systems and Microsoft applications including Excel.Experience in preparing and monitoring contracts and contribution agreements in a government environment.Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above will be equally considered.Desired Knowledge, Skills and SuitabilityCandidates should have and may be assessed on their:Ability to demonstrate a strong client service focus.Knowledge of the public sectors role, responsibility, and mechanics.Demonstrate a can-do attitude, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.Ability to influence decision-making and best practices through building and maintaining collaborative relationships.Excellent two-way communication skills and self-awareness.Eligibility List12 monthsPost Date6 June 2024Close Date19 June 2024Job DescriptionJD