Financial Reporting and Accounting Analyst

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Department Information

Housing NWT provides access to adequate, suitable and affordable housing through the provision of housing programs and services based on need.

Job Information

The Financial Reporting and Accounting Analyst (Analyst) is responsible for assisting five (5) District controllers and 24 Local Housing Organizations (LHO) to ensure timely reconciliation and reporting of Northwest Territories Housing Corporation (NWTHC)  consolidated and non-consolidated financial statements.

The work of the Analyst is critical to ensuring the validity and integrity of the NWTHCs financial statements which impacts the annual Audit by the Office of the Auditor General and recommendations arising from that audit.  It is crucial to ensuring the GNWTs consolidated financial statements are completed and tabled in accordance with legislative requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBLITIES

Assists in the year-end process and preparation of the time-sensitive NWTHC Annual Report.

Assists management with the coordination and monitoring of the annual audit and liaison with external auditors of 24 LHOs, the staff of the GNWT Office of the Comptroller General and the staff of the Office of the Auditor General of the Government of Canada.

Assist with researching the preparing analyses of accounts and loans receivable.

Assists with the regular review, analysis and reconciliation of general ledger accounts to database and sub-ledger information necessary to support the timeliness , accuracy and integrity of NWTHC reporting systems.

KEY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Strong knowledge of accounting theory, PSAS recommendations and guidelines

Knowledge of computerized Accounting Management systems.

Strong computer skills including in-depth knowledge of Excel, Word, Power Point and basic knowledge of various accounting packages.

Strong Caseware and Caseview experience

Ability to work independently in an organized and effective manner.

Ability to write and communicate complex concepts in plain, brief language.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

The completion of a Commerce/Business degree with a concentration of Accounting.

Actively pursuing and currently enrolled in the Canadian CPA designation program with advanced standing; and,

Three (3) years of current, progressive, financial accounting and reporting experience, including the preparation of consolidated  and non-consolidated financial statements with hands on experience using CaseWare and CaseView industry standard working paper and reporting software.

Equivalencies

The completion of a Masters degree in Commerce/  Business with a concentration of Accounting.

Actively pursuing and currently enrolled in the Canadian CPA designation program with advanced standing; and,

One (1) years of current, progressive, financial accounting and reporting experience, including the preparation of consolidated  and non-consolidated financial statements with hands on experience using CaseWare and CaseView industry standard working paper and reporting software.

GNWT Inquiries

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

[email protected]

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

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Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.  If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.  For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 28316

Closing Date: September 25, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $49.68 per hour to $59.35 per hour (approximately $96,876 - $115,733.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

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