Apply By:Friday, May 22, :59 pm EDTOffice of the Provincial Controller Division: Financial Reporting and Fiscal Support BranchAre you an accounting professional with extensive financial reporting and analysis experience? Demonstrate your ability to provide accounting and controllership advice in this opportunity with the Consolidations and Fiscal Support team.About the jobProvide expert accounting and financial reporting advice to government executives related to government results and the Broader Public Sector (hospitals, school boards and colleges).Develop accounting and financial reporting options to support initiatives and decision‑making.Review and analyze Cabinet and Management Board submissions to identify and address accounting implications.Coordinate research into Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) standards and recommendations.Develop reporting standards for the province and resolve complex financial reporting and consolidation issues.Coordinate the preparation of the province's annual financial reporting requirements in accordance with PSAB standards, and provide leadership and support during the Office of the Auditor General of Ontario's annual audit of the Public Accounts of Ontario.Lead various projects and participate on committees.Mandatory requirementsYou must hold a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and be able to provide proof prior to receiving a job offer.Financial and Accounting KnowledgeExpert knowledge of generally accepted accounting and audit principles, practices and methodologies.Familiarity with Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) standards and accounting, budget and reporting practices.Ability to interpret and apply legislation such as the Financial Administration Act and the Fiscal Transparency and Accountability Act.Experience in a financial reporting function preparing financial statements.Consolidation and Financial Reporting Experience and KnowledgeDemonstrated experience in preparing and analyzing consolidated financial statements.Knowledge of and ability to provide expert advice on complex consolidation and accrual accounting issues and practices.Demonstrated experience with internal and external monthly/quarterly reporting.Ability to provide analysis and advice to senior management on the accounting and fiscal implications of complex consolidation issues.Research and Analytical SkillsAbility to research, analyze and develop recommendations and accounting policies.Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects.Ability to analyze reports, benchmark data, and interpret accounting standards and policies.Ability to independently resolve difficult issues and recommend viable solutions.Experience in integrating accounting and financial reporting processes and systems.Ability to provide leadership and manage the implementation of revised PSAB standards to consolidate financial information.Communication and Project Management SkillsStrong communication skills capable of building relationships with colleagues and staff.Experience in developing and delivering presentation material to senior management on financial and accounting matters.Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, briefing materials, policies, instructions and procedures.Experience dealing with professionals at all levels including senior management, external consultants, accountants and auditors.Experience in leading accounting projects and delivering quality work on a timely basis.Computer SkillsProficiency with MS Office applications, demonstrating expertise in Excel.Experience using large‑scale accounting systems and key accounting and reporting databases, programs and modules.How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We work to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code‑protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion.Diversity, equity and inclusion initiativesAccessibilityAnti‑Racism PolicyWhat we offer Why work for the Ontario Public Service (OPS)? The OPS is one of the largest employers in the province, employing more than 60,000 people.We are re‑thinking how we deliver services through various initiatives, modernization initiatives and how we access and deliver critical services remotely. We are striving to enable a future‑ready OPS workforce through technology‑focused enterprise‑wide strategies.The OPS offers a competitive compensation package. We support career and leadership development, invest in learning opportunities, and recognize team and individual achievements.#J-18808-Ljbffr