175550 - Investment Analyst/Auditor - Department of Finance and Affordability

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The Department of Finance and Affordability is seeking an Investment Analyst/Auditor to join the Accounting, Pensions & Capital Management Division.

Reporting to the Manager of Accounting, Pension and Capital Management, the Investment Analyst/Auditor analyzes and validates investment activity data over the course of the entire investment lifecycle, ensures integrity of the data so it is appropriate for use in assessing fund performance and reporting in the financial statements of the provincial pension plans. The position also audits investment activity for compliance with contracts and the Statement of Investment Policy and Procedures. The position provides analysis and data integrity of the liquidity management activities for the Province’s Pension Fund as well as the Sinking Fund investments.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Monitor and validate the financial reporting of the pension investment fund by providing data analytical support throughout the entire investment lifecycle and ensuring the data integrity of reported investment activity for the Province of Prince Edward Island Master Trust ($4B+);
• Act as the administrative liaison between the Master Trust, Custodian, and External Managers to ensure the accurate validation, settlement, and reporting of all public and private market assets;
• Support the Investment Officer in monitoring portfolio positioning against the Statement of Investment Policies and Procedures (SIP&P), manage liquidity for capital deployment, and provide data-driven recommendations to the Manager of Debt & Investments regarding rebalancing and portfolio optimization;
• Monitor and validate the financial transaction reporting of the $350M Sinking Fund portfolio, including data analytical support and data integrity assessments of reported investment activity, validation of portfolio holdings and authorization of trade settlements;
• Ensure compliance with audit requirements and provide liquidity analysis to the Investment Officer and Manager of Debt and Investments;
• Support the Department CFO (Chief Financial Officer) and the Pensions Accounting Team throughout the audits of the PSPP, TPP, and Sinking Fund, acting as the primary contact for all investment data requests to guarantee the delivery of accurate financial data, rigorous compliance documentation, and timely resolution of auditor inquiries on investments held by the pension plans and by the Province of PEI;
• Provide support for the payment processing card services, including contract review, fee recording and reconciliation, onboarding of merchants and users, deployment of new terminals, and reconciling card service fees to the Oracle account;
• Serve as a reserve backup to the Banking Officer, coordinating banking activities and preparing daily cash flow reports for the Provincial Government as the role involves maintaining regular communication with government personnel and bank officials.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Professional Accounting Designation (CPA), a Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) or a Master’s in Business Administration;
• A university degree in Business Administration or Finance, along with significant experience in finance or investment administration, may be considered as an alternative to the CPA or MBA designation;
• Demonstrated equivalencies will be considered;
• Experience in investment activity analysis, reporting, and valuation for complex investment portfolios, including equities, fixed income, real estate, and alternative asset classes;
• Deep understanding of pension fund operations, regulatory reporting, and compliance requirements;
• Advanced knowledge of internal control frameworks, reconciliation processes, and audit preparation;
• Strong command of financial software systems and advanced Excel skills (modelling/data analysis), with the ability to adapt to new government or service provider platforms;
• Experience in financial planning, budgeting, and the coordination of Request for Proposals (RFPs) or fund manager searches;
• Superior critical thinking, deductive reasoning, and problem-solving abilities, with a proven track record of working independently and leading initiatives;
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, capable of building effective relationships with government officials, fund managers, and external auditors, and diverse teams in a complex environment;
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications (specifically Word, Excel and Outlook);
• The successful candidate must provide a satisfactory Criminal Records Check prior to beginning employment.

Other Qualifications:

• A Certificate in Investment Performance Management (CIPM);
• Canadian Securities Course (CSC);
• CFA – Private Markets/Alternative Markets course.
• Experience in defined-benefit pension administration would be as asset.
• Formal training in project management would be an asset.
• Highly reliable with an excellent attendance record and strong work ethic.

This competition may be used to fill future job vacancies.

Please Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, please return forms to PEI Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, C1A 7N8. Applications may be sent by fax to (902) 368-4383.

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT TO CONFIRM RECEIPT OF THE APPLICATION, BY TELEPHONE OR IN PERSON PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE.

Please ensure that the appropriate Posting ID number is stated on all application forms. You can apply online or obtain an application form by visiting our web site at www.jobspei.ca. Forms may also be obtained by contacting any PEI Government office, ACCESS PEI Centre, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone (902) 368-4080.

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