Processing Center Advisor JP1031

Processing Center Advisor

Role Details

• Position: Processing Center Advisor
• Contract Period: November 2, 2026 to March 31, 2027
• Maximum Extension: 24 months
• Hours: 36.25 hours per week / 7.25 hours per day
• Work Location: Edmonton, Alberta

Work Arrangement

• Work Mode: Primarily remote with occasional on-site attendance in Edmonton, up to 10% of total hours.
• Remote work must be performed within Alberta.
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:15 AM to 4:30 PM Alberta time, excluding provincial holidays, with a 1-hour lunch break.
• A standard criminal record check is required before commencement.
• The successful candidate will be required to complete mandatory training, including Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Security/Cybersecurity, Information Management, and Respect in the Workplace.

Responsibilities

• Review funding claims and supporting documentation to assess accuracy, completeness, and compliance with program requirements.
• Analyze financial, operational, and program information to identify discrepancies, inconsistencies, or potential issues requiring further review.
• Interpret and apply legislation, policies, procedures, guidelines, funding agreements, and program requirements.
• Validate information received from operators and stakeholders using multiple information sources and supporting documentation.
• Calculate adjustments, recoveries, overpayments, or other financial impacts where required.
• Prepare correspondence, summaries, reports, findings, recommendations, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate records, working papers, and electronic files.
• Communicate professionally with operators and stakeholders regarding documentation requirements, findings, and review outcomes.
• Support the resolution of discrepancies and escalate complex issues when appropriate.
• Identify recurring issues, trends, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Participate in risk-based review and monitoring activities that support program accountability.

Must-Haves

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify discrepancies and assess information from multiple sources.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• 3 years of experience with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel and Outlook, including applying formulas and sorting and filtering spreadsheets containing thousands of rows.
• 3 years of experience with accurate data processing and/or data entry.
• 1 year of experience with business writing, communication, and documentation.
• 3 years of experience working in government or a highly regulated industry with complex policy and governance requirements.
• 3 years of experience working with clients/stakeholders to identify, gather, document, and analyze business data and process requirements.

Nice-to-Haves

• Relevant post-secondary education in business administration, accounting, or finance. Acceptable education includes degrees, diplomas, and certificates.
• 3 years of experience with and knowledge of financial reporting, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial statements, and using Microsoft Excel.
• 1 year of experience within a Canadian Public Sector organization.
• 1 year of experience working in the area of childcare grant funding programs in Alberta.

Submission Requirements

• Resume must clearly describe all required experience within the context of the specific job or project where it was gained. Simply copying the qualification without explaining where and how the experience was gained will not be sufficient.
• Each job/project must include the term in MMM/YYYY to MMM/YYYY format.
• Three professional references for whom similar work has been performed, with the most recent reference listed first. Reference checks may be completed to assist with scoring.