ABOUT US
Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.
WHAT WE OFFER
Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.
- Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
- Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
- Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
- Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Program Manager, Capital Performance, is responsible for coordinating the recording and reporting of the Tangible Capital Assets (TCA) for the Environmental Services Department; ensuring the financial processes related to capital assets adhere to generally accepted accounting principles; monitoring and analyzing the status of financial securities provided for the Department.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE:
Departmental finance functions work in close collaboration with Corporate Finance; consistent with the Region's vision and strategy; supporting the development and implementation of Finance initiatives, programs, processes, policies, and protocols. Corporate Finance provides strategic planning, direction and leadership across the Region.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Coordinates TCA recording and reporting for the Department.
- Ensures adherence to guidelines, established by Corporate Finance, and ensures that the corporate wide initiative of a capital assets recording and reporting system is supported.
- Identifies and implements appropriate processes and reporting related to TCA accounting in accordance with corporate directives and PSAB 3150.
- Analyses securities activities and financial securities register database for securities held by the Region relating to the Department (certified cheques, letters of credit), in consultation with Finance Department.
- Coordinates the review of stale securities for the Department.
- Assists in monthly development charge collection and reporting process.
- Ensures that the reporting of capital assets is in accordance with CICA/PSAB requirements.
- Maintains detailed back-up documentation for reporting/audit purposes.
- Ensures compliance with the CICA /PSAB handbook.
- Develops policies and procedures related to capital asset reporting for the Department and makes recommendation to the Manager.
- Provides support to all customers by delivering technical and professional services regarding the recording and reporting of capital assets.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Successful completion of a University Degree in Accounting, Commerce, Finance or a related field.
- Completion of two Core Chartered Professional Accountant-Professional Education Program (CPA-PEP) Courses. Working towards designation.
- Minimum three (3) years progressive accounting experience in a computerized accounting environment as well as experience in working with Capital Asset Accounting, financial analysis and finance/accounting related policy and procedures development.
- Experience analyzing capital expenditures and preparing capital amortization schedules according to GAAP.
- Knowledge of relevant Standards, Acts, By-Laws, Regulations, CICA and PSAB.
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Street, PA
Full Time