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CRA prioritizes diversity and inclusion and is firmly committed to providing a diverse workforce that reflects the population we serve. CRA’s National Employment Equity (EE) Staffing Strategy strives to eliminate EE gaps for the four EE designated groups: Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and women. Where an EE gap exists at the time of appointment, EE may be used as an appointment criterion for permanent and temporary appointments/staffing actions over six months made through this process.

Key activities/job duties

• Establishes the roles and responsibilities of positions within the subordinate organization, assigns and prioritizes work and reviews performance against expectations.
• Plans, organizes and manages financial program delivery.
• Develops, implements and maintains processes, procedures and controls.
• Manages the preparation of internal and external reports in accordance with central agency direction and in compliance with the Financial Administration Act and other federal financial legislation.
• Manages the research, analysis and development of complete and timely responses to central agency requests, the Auditor General's requests and observations, internal audit and internal control recommendations, as well as parliamentary questions. Provides the information and analysis to substantiate the Agency position.
• Prepares and presents expert advice to senior management on financial, management and reporting issues, taking into consideration accounting standards, controls and regulatory requirements.
• Provides direction and guidance to clients/stakeholders in the interpretation of policy, the gathering and analysis of data, and accounting and financial reporting and management requirements.
• Undertakes assignments or projects to address and resolve issues requiring a high degree of financial management expertise. Defines and validates project scope, determines resources and milestone commitments, organizes and assigns tasks, and monitors progress.
• Represents CRA interests and supports Government of Canada direction on interdepartmental and CRA committees and working groups.

Language requirement
Bilingual imperative CBC/CBC

The pool established from this staffing process may be used to staff similar positions.

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The CRA takes pride in serving millions of Canadians each and every year. The Finance and Administration Branch (FAB) is responsible to facilitate the delivery of CRA programs and services by providing sound advice, products and services in diversified key functions: namely, financial and resource management, administration and real property.

Do you think you can make a difference?

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, public health recommendations and restrictions are in place across Canada and may change as circumstances evolve. You may be required to temporarily work remotely (e.g. from home). Further information will be provided if you are selected for the position.

Who can apply

Employees of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) physically working in the National Capital Region.

Federal public service employees in organizations found under Schedules I, IV and V of the Financial Administration Act physically working in the National Capital Region. (List of eligible federal organizations)

AND eligible veterans and Canadian Forces members

AND individuals with preferred status who live or work within the general rule of minimum distance of the position(s) being staffed.

Applicants from the general public will not be considered and will not be contacted.

Please note that this process will be used to staff positions in Ottawa only. Virtual reporting may not be possible.

Qualified members and former members of the Canadian Forces who receive an offer of employment are not entitled to relocation costs from the CRA. They may, however, be entitled to a final relocation from the Department of National Defence.

Essential staffing requirements
To be eligible, you must meet the following requirements.

Education

• the CRA’s minimum education standard for FI.

A degree from a recognized postsecondary institution with a specialization in accounting, finance, business administration, commerce, or economics; or

The eligibility for a designation from a recognized professional accounting association.

You must upload your education credentials in the education section of your candidate profile and submit all required documents by the closing date and time of this poster. Failure to do so can result in your application not being considered further.

Experience
Have experience in at least two (2) of the following criteria:

• Experience* in preparing or auditing accounting estimates in excess of $500M.
• Experience* in preparing or auditing financial statements that includes revenues or expenditures in excess of $500M.
• Experience* in leading the research, analysis and development of complete and timely responses to central agencies requests or the Office of the Auditor General of Canada's requests.

• Experience is normally associated with performance of these functions at the FI-03 level or equivalent or higher (indeterminate or acting) as part of the major job duties for a period of not less than 24 cumulative months for each experience factor, within the last five (5) years.

Here is an exhaustive list of group and level equivalent to an FI-03 level or higher:
CRA: MG-AFS-05, MG-SPS-05, AU-04, CO-02, ES-05, SI-06, SP-10, CS-04
Other federal departments: AS-08, PM-07, AP-03, CS-04, EC-06, AU-04

Essential
The essential staffing requirements indicated below will be assessed during the process and may be used to identify candidates for positions. Asset staffing requirements may also be assessed during the staffing process and may be used to identify candidates for positions. You will be notified in advance of any asset requirements to be evaluated.

• Performance validation
• Second Language Evaluation
• Reference Check – Dependability

• Qualifications

o Advanced knowledge of public sector accounting principles and standards.
o Advanced knowledge of incorporates methods, techniques and approaches to identify errors, operational or technological issues concerning financial systems.
o Knowledge of CRA Administered Activities.
o Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
o Ability to communicate effectively orally.
o You will be assessed on two (2) Key Leadership Competencies (KLC). You are encouraged to review the Key Leadership Competencies (KLC) website for more information on their definitions, and examples of effective and ineffective behaviours.

• Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
• Achieve Results

Please note that the locally developed tools assessment results may be used for appointment; however, they will not be portable to other staffing processes.

Asset

• Education

o Eligibility for a designation from a recognized professional accounting association (i.e. CPA, CGA, CMA or CA)

• Budgetary considerations
• Duration of appointment
• Start date
• Minimize business disruption
• Employment Equity

Conditions of employment

• Reliability/Security: Reliability Status or Secret
• Willingness to work overtime
• Willingness to travel
• Physically work from the National Capital Region

We encourage you to read Important information on staffing at the CRA to find out more about staffing processes and how to apply.

The CRA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. To find out more, consult Employment equity, diversity and inclusion at the CRA. We encourage you to complete the Employment Equity (EE) Staffing questionnaire as part of your application if you wish to be considered for staffing actions using the EE staffing requirement in this process. Your questionnaire response will be retained on file for the duration of the staffing process. If you do not complete the questionnaire, you will not be considered for any staffing actions using the EE staffing requirement in this process. If you decide to modify your response or fill out this questionnaire at a later date, please notify the contact listed at the bottom of this notice of job opportunity.

CRA employees support the economic and social well-being of Canadians, and build public trust. We have high expectations, and our employees are held to the standards of conduct outlined in our Code of integrity and professional conduct and Directive on conflict of interest, gifts and hospitality, and post-employment.

Information regarding the status of your application will be communicated via the candidate profile on the CRA Careers site. We strongly encourage you to verify the email address attached to your profile and to check your messages regularly for any updates.

Email address: FAB_Selection_Process-Processus_de_selection_DGFA@cra-arc.gc.ca