Finance Officer

Discover the possible

Anything is possible at the NRC, named in 2026 one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers!

As Canada’s largest research and innovation organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

The role

Help bring research to life and drive your career forward with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Canada's largest research and technology organization.

Do you like variety?  Do new challenges motivate you?  If you are someone who enjoys seeing the diverse facets of finance in a team environment where each day is different, then we want to get to know you!  We are looking for a Finance Officer to support our Finance and Procurement Services. The Finance Officer would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

The Finance Officer is located with a designated Research Centre/Branch/IRAP (C/B/I), providing financial support for all financial administration activities for this C/B/I.  In collaboration with the Comptroller, this includes the provision of expert financial support and guidance in financial forecasting for program planning and budgeting activities, monitoring their financial status and providing budget information and guidance, by participating in the implementation of the various accounting systems, sub-systems and business processes and monitoring their use to ensure the internal control of all of the financial activities for the C/B/I.  This position will also help the FMAS managers with corporate projects as needed.

If you see yourself in this role, we invite you to read through our criteria and apply to join our dynamic team.

Key Activities Include:

• Monitor and evaluate HR related actions and manage ongoing salary forecasting for the C/B/I.


• Oversee operating expenditure processes including maintaining budget updates, complex JVs, month end review of prepaids, and overall tracking and reporting of expenses.


• Enable the C/B/I and comptroller to generate ad hoc reporting and analysis, using existing reports in order to access data.


• Develop new reporting tools and lead data extractions in excel and various reporting tools.


• Understand, interprets and enables proper asset and inventory life cycle management.


• Coordinate financial forecasting process with key stakeholders and provide reports and advice to comptroller.


• Provide strategic support, training and guidance in financial systems and procedures.


• Guide client in creation and review of forms submitted such as asset creation and completion forms.

Screening criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with specialization in accounting, finance, business administration or commerce.
 
Possession of a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation, or active enrollment in a CPA program leading to designation, is considered an asset.

An equivalent combination of education and extensive experience with financial accounting operations in the Government of Canada may be considered.

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

Experience

• Significant experience* in the delivery of financial services for financial and management accounting, financial policy, and financial systems;


• Significant experience in analyzing and interpreting complex financial information;


• Significant experience in analyzing, developing and implementing business processes and procedures;


• Significant experience in the use of MS Excel to proficiently manipulate data and tables;


• Experience in the provision of financial advice and support to management in financial forecasting, budgeting and reporting.

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    • Recent and significant experience in financial management and accounting in the federal government.
    
    
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*Significant experience is defined as three (3) to five (5) years.

Condition of employment

Reliability Status

For a Reliability Status, verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

Language requirements

Various language requirements  

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical competencies

• Solid knowledge of financial management, accounting and business policies and principles;


• Knowledge of the Financial Administration Act;


• Ability to extract financial data and reports from acomplex ERP environment, understands links between the various modules and interpret information to assist business partners;


• Ability to use MS Excel proficiently to manipulate data and tables;


• Solid knowledge of financial forecasting principles as well as planning and budgeting;


• Ability to plan, develop, and implement financial management procedures.

Behavioural competencies

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile(s): Management Services

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Compensation

From $81,546 to $110,623 per annum. 

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Notes

• In 2026, the NRC was chosen as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, a National Capital Region Top Employer and Forbes Canada’s Best Employer.


• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC’s directives.


• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.


• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.


• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.


• Travel may be required.


• Job description available upon request.


• Overtime will sometimes be required.


• Candidates who have Second Language Evaluation (SLE) test results with the Public Service Commission should include these results with their application.


• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.