Director Investments & Debt Services

Job Description

Job title: Director Investments & Debt Services

Company: Government of Yukon

Job description: This posting is to fill one permanent full-time position, working 75 hours bi-weekly.Yukon government’s vision is an engaged and diverse public service that embraces innovation to deliver positive outcomes for Yukoners.Our department makes a difference…As the responsible stewards of public funds, the Department of Finance partners to ensure value for money in the delivery of programs and services for Yukoners. The Department of Finance serves as the territory’s statistical body and develops the territorial budget, corresponding supplementary budgets, and Public Accounts for the territory. It is also responsible for negotiating, coordinating, and representing Yukon on inter-governmental financial matters with other jurisdictions. In its capacity as a central agency, the department works with all areas of government in the creation of their annual departmental budgets and in processing operational accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.The Financial Operations and Revenue Services division provides corporate financial services to the Government of Yukon. This includes the provision of financial systems, and process development and support; banking, investment and debt services; taxation administration; and accounts payable and accounts receivable for the Government of Yukon.The opportunity…The Department of Finance is seeking an accomplished professional to join our management team. The successful candidate will play an integral role in leading the government’s treasury, ensuring the efficient management of our banking, cash, merchant, investment, and borrowing functions.We are seeking a candidate who possesses a robust background in strategic financial planning and analysis and has the ability to conceptualize and execute changes and initiatives in a systematic and cooperative way. Your expertise and forward-thinking approach will balance the needs across all levels – be it internal, external, departmental, or corporate. You are considerate, persuasive, and strategic, ensuring successful outcomes within the confines of government structures, processes, and legal frameworks.Explore everything we have to offer…The Government of Yukon cares about their employees and strives to offer a variety of learning and developmental opportunities including in-house training. Funding may also be available to support further education.Flexible work and leave options may be available allowing you to balance your personal and professional needs.We also have a comprehensive and generous benefits plan, providing for the health and wellbeing of you and your family.Discover why the Government of Yukon has been recognized as a since 2014.– Discover what makes the Yukon unlike any other place in the world.Follow us on .Essential QualificationsImportant application requirements:Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet each of the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential and asset qualifications listed below. Note that selection for further consideration is based solely on the information you provide in your resume.Include the month and year you started and ended a job when you list your work experience. This allows us to accurately calculate the length of time you were in the position.For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit this resource on Yukon.ca.

• A university degree in finance, accounting, commerce, economics, business administration or another related field.
• Experience managing banking arrangements and/or treasury management functions, such as cash, merchant services, borrowing, and/or money market investments, in an organization.
• Experience conducting financial analysis, such as financial modeling, forecasting, risk assessment, and/or cost-benefit.
• Professional financial designation, such as CPA, CFA, CIM or FCSI, would be an asset.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.Desired Knowledge, Skills, and SuitabilityTo best support the achievement of key strategic and business objectives, candidates may be assessed on:

• Ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment with rapidly changing tasks and priorities, while keeping a client-focused approach.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Modelling interpersonal skills and personal responsibility while promoting common values and ethics
• Developing people
• Leading change and innovation
• Thinking strategically

Additional informationConditions of Employment: Security clearanceContact detailsIf you have questions about our recruitment process, please contact: Olivia Olson, Human Resources Consultant at

Location: Whitehorse, YT

Job date: Sun, 01 Sep 2024 06:49:51 GMT