Administrative and Finance Coordinator

The Department of Health and Social Services works under the direction of the Minister and Deputy Minister, in partnership with the Health and Social Services Authorities, to support the health and wellbeing of people across the NWT through planning, development, evaluation, and reporting on program and service delivery.

HSS is committed to the development and provision of quality services in such a way as to make the best use of public resources, ensure the sustainability of the system, focus on client safety and best practices, and promote positive health and social outcomes. HSS strives to continually improve the health and social service system to ensure best health, best care, and a better future for the people of the NWT.

The Administrative and Finance Coordinator is responsible for providing a full range of financial, senior administrative, and confidential administrative services to the Director of Finance position at the Department of Health and Social Services.

The Coordinator is the first point of contact for the Finance Division and performs various financial duties which are integral to the smooth function of the Finance Division and the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS). The incumbent ensures that standards of accountability and financial administration are upheld and is responsible for executing activities related to the day-to-day operations of the DHSS.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge and ability to interpret the Financial Administration Act, the Financial Administration Manual, and other relevant GNWT Statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of executive administrative, secretarial, and office procedures.
• Knowledge of records management policies and procedures including records disposition, standards, and classification systems.
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of GNWT accounting processes and procedures, related systems, and budgetary cycles.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

A related post-secondary diploma and one (1) year of relevant experience.