Who We Are
SCC is a small but impactful Crown corporation that reports to Parliament through Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada. Using our expertise and vast network, SCC helps organizations by opening a gateway to possibilities, both at home and abroad. We bring people together, foster collaboration and expand their horizons in trade, sustainability and global connectivity. We represent and advance Canada’s interests on the international stage in ways no other organization can.
As Canada’s national standardization body, SCC offers more than a few pieces of the standards development and conformity assessment puzzle. We provide comprehensive strategies that allow Canadian businesses and innovators to contribute to shaping established and emerging markets. We help knock down trade barriers and create opportunities for businesses to innovate and expand into new markets by laying the foundation for their success.
SCC’s work also helps drive Canada’s health, well-being and economic prosperity. Whether it’s the food we eat, the products and technologies we use, or how we get to work, every aspect of our lives is touched by standards. Standards and conformity assessment not only provide confidence in the quality and safety of products and services, they also play an integral role in improving the overall health and safety of Canadians, and of their environment. At SCC, everything we do is aimed at improving Canadians’ quality of life and economic prosperity.
Our Culture
A recipient of Waterstone’s Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures award in 2023, 2024, and 2025, we foster a culture grounded in our core values of respect, professionalism, and integrity. Our culture continues to evolve as we adapt to new ways of working, strengthening our ability to collaborate, remain agile, and support one another. This sustained recognition reflects a workplace defined by compassion, flexibility, and a shared commitment to excellence.

A Day in the Life of a Finance Analyst
The Finance Analyst supports SCC’s financial management and operations by processing accurate financial transactions, expense claims, and maintaining reliable records. They apply specialized knowledge and sound judgment to ensure compliance with SCC’s financial policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements, and they leverage SCC’s financial systems to support efficient operations.



The Finance Analyst may be assigned to different finance-related activities based on operational needs and work assignments.
Your Background
Requirements
Security clearance: Secret
Language: Bilingual Imperative (SISS)

Education

- Post secondary education in accounting with an accounting designation in good standing or in the advance process of obtaining the full designation

Experience and skills

- 3 years experience in financial operations, including accounts payable and receivable, collection, and expense claims.
- 3 years experience with ERP systems and financial tools for transaction processing and reporting, including familiarity with platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, or Oracle.
- In-depth knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards as well as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Knowledge of the Income Tax Act.
- Knowledge of the methods for preparing variance analyses and cost-based analyses.

You May Also Have

- CPA designation

Key Activities

- Processing accounts payable transactions, such as vendor invoices, expense claims, and payment runs.
- Reconciling accounts receivable transactions, monitoring outstanding balances, and ensuring timely collection and posting of receipts.
- Maintaining documentation and audit trails for financial transactions to meet internal control and audit requirements.
- Assisting with treasury activities, including monitoring cash flow, arranging payments, and preparing documentation.
- Supporting tax-related activities, including preparing filings.
- Contributing to month-end and year-end closing by preparing journal entries, reconciling ledgers, and assembling audit working papers.
- Managing and updating capital asset records and supporting asset lifecycle tracking.
- Developing financial reports and dashboards to provide accurate and timely information.
- Analyzing financial trends and performing costing exercises to identify efficiency opportunities.
- Participating in internal and external audits by preparing reconciliations, documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries.




- Identifying opportunities for process improvements and to enhance compliance, and contributing to the development of policies, procedures, job aids, and training materials.
- Adapting to changing priorities and operational needs, working flexibly across various finance activities.

A Final Note
Note 1: Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Note 2: SCC is responsible for the Personnel Security Clearance process. Typically to be eligible for a "Reliability" clearance, you must have five years of verifiable background information and to be eligible for a "Secret" clearance, you must have 10 years of verifiable background information. The process usually involves reference inquiries, verification of qualifications, criminal records checks, and credit checks (as required) and may require fingerprints. For more information about obtaining a security clearance, please review the Standard on Security Screening.
Please attach a detailed cover letter to your resume. In addition to learning about your education, training and experience, we want to hear your story! We’d love to hear about how your accomplishments, and the skills you applied to achieve them, relate to the role and why you think this opportunity is a good fit for you.
We are committed to creating and fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that reflects the peoples’ lives that we impact and the Canadian community that we work within. We strive to create an environment where everyone is comfortable being their authentic selves. We welcome Indigenous peoples and persons from all races, ethnicities, gender identities and expressions, sexual orientations, and physical or mental abilities to be part of our team.
We strive to ensure a barrier-free selection process. If you are contacted regarding a job chance, testing or interview, please advise the HR representative of the accommodation measures that you require to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
Please complete all fields in this online application and submit before the closing date.
Upon our review of all applications, those who appear to be the best fit with the mandate of this role and with SCC’s mission and vision will be contacted. You will receive confirmation that your application has reached us.
Thank you for your interest in SCC and for taking the time to review this ad. We look forward to hearing from you!

📌 Finance Analyst (Canada)
🏢 Standards Council of Canada | Conseil canadien des normes
📍 Canada