Professional Advisor - Finance

STATUS: Temporary _ 2-year mandate with possibility of renewal

JOB POSTING NUMBER: 3457

POSTING PERIOD: Indeterminate

SALARY: Class 9 – from $89,077.02 to $117,171.00 / year

SCHEDULE: hours per week, DAY; MONDAY to FRIDAY - 08:30 to 16:30

WORKING MODE: Hybrid

WORK LOCATION: Administration, Finance, 1333 BOUL CHOMEDEY OFFICE 601 A/S ADMINISTRATION OF THE SERVICE, FINANCE LAVAL H7V 3Y1

The challenges that await you

Under the authority of the division head, you ensure the control and verification of accounting operations related to municipal financial activities. You participate in the development of the division's work methods, assist in training staff, and ensure the quality of services. You prepare and submit recommendations to your superior for all files under your responsibility. Additionally, you participate in the preparation of financial statements for elements within your area of expertise and any other required reports.

• You prepare or participate in the development and presentation of analyses and other related reports required by the municipal administration;
• You supervise, verify, and execute analyses relevant to your field, ensuring that all financial transactions are adequately reflected and comply with generally accepted accounting standards and applicable laws. You analyze the impact of new tax, accounting laws, and regulations on activities within your area of expertise and submit your recommendations to your superior;
• You analyze, develop, design, and propose modifications to interdepartmental procedures and information systems following the approval of all procedure and control project proposals, and formulate recommendations to your superior;
• You design, develop, and propose standards, draft policies, programs, and work procedures regarding your area of expertise and ensure their compliance once approved by the Service management;
• You collaborate in the design and maintenance of computerized systems.

The ideal profile for us

• Hold a bachelor's degree in administration with a concentration in accounting and a graduate diploma in public accounting;
• Have four (4) years of relevant experience in functions such as accounting, financial statements, internal control, process optimization, accountability, training, and advisory roles;
• Experience in analyzing investment projects and budget monitoring;
• Experience in drafting accounting memos, conducting external audits of public, governmental, private, and/or non-profit organizations is required;
• Knowledge of accounting standards;
• Knowledge of the Cities and Towns Act is desirable;
• Be a member in good standing of the Ordre des comptables professionnels agréés du Québec CPA ;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software including advanced Excel and the use of various information systems.

Skills

• Ability to advise/support
• Collaboration
• Client orientation
• Results orientation
• Openness to diversity
• Mastery of one's profession
• Analytical ability
• Ability to innovate/optimize

The benefits of being part of our team

Choosing the City of Laval means working for the third largest city in Quebec on diverse and stimulating mandates. It also means having the opportunity to grow within a human, committed team that enjoys working with pleasure.


For this position, we offer competitive working conditions and social benefits:

• Defined benefit pension plan;
• Work schedule allowing for work-life balance;
• Work location easily accessible with free parking;
• Employee assistance program (EAP);
• Possibility of accumulating overtime.

Only those meeting the requirements will be contacted.

The City of Laval is committed to promoting an inclusive and equitable work environment as part of its employment equity program. It recognizes and values diversity in all its forms and invites women, individuals from visible and ethnic minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities to submit their applications.

If you require special accommodations to participate in the selection process, please let us know as soon as you receive your invitation.