Financial Analyst - Brampton, Canada - Regional Municipality of Peel

Regional Municipality of Peel

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Brampton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Description:

Financial Analyst
**CFO & Corporate Services

Corporate Finance & Treasury**
Status:Contract Full Time; 6 month duration

Salary Range:
$69,273-$86,593 per annum

Work mode:
Hybrid* _see below for more details about this work mode._

Location:10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton

Hours of work:35 hours per week

Who we are:

Corporate Finance is a division of Finance, committed to maximizing the value of financial planning with a fixed control on long term financial strategic viewpoints and execution for the Region of Peel.

There are six service groups within Corporate Finance:

Financial Policy and Development Financing, Accounting Services, Loss Management and Insurance Services, Financial Systems Development Support, Peel Housing Corporation Finance and Treasury Services.

What you will do in this role:

In this role you will help ensure that financial statements comply with all Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) standards, that year-end is efficiently completed and support any financial related issues as they arise.

You will be responsible for ensuring that financial statements and financial analysis are performed accurately and timely.

This role offers a fantastic and challenging opportunity to work closely with all levels of internal clients and have a direct impact on the success of the business.

Assist the Supervisor and SFA with the preparation of the Region's consolidated financial statements and notes and the preparation of the Peel Housing Corporation financial statements and notes
Assist in preparation the financial statements and notes for the Sinking Fund and Debt Retirement Fund and Trust Fund
Liaise with the external auditors for yearend audit, providing working papers and respond to auditor inquiries
Assist the team compilation of the financials section of the annual Community for Life Report, including supporting the drafting of the Treasurer's Message
Coordinate the submission of the GFOA Award for Financial Reporting
Research and assist with the implementation of any PSAB accounting standard changes, including the development of policies, training and note disclosures
Prepare financial analysis based on adhoc requests
Participate in special projects as required

What the role requires:

University degree in Commerce or Business Administration
CPA/CGA/CMA/ACCA accounting designation
Minimum of 3 years of progressive business experience, preferably in the public sector
Combination of education and experience may be considered

Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge and understanding of PSAB accounting standards
Advanced computer skills in Excel, Word, Powerpoint and PeopleSoft Financials
Strong analytical and problemsolving skills
Demonstrated attention to detail with a commitment to data accuracy and integrity
Highly developed verbal and written skills to effectively communicate with internal and external partners
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

Nice to have:

Experience working with nVision
Experience with the preparation of working papers and financial statements

- % in lieu of benefits (LTC, short term contracts no benefits)

Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan (where applicable)
Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis up to 3 weeks per annum
3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion

In this role you will have the ability to work remotely and attend on-site when required based on operational requirements at the 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton worksite.

The frequency of on-site activities may vary on a weekly basis and based on operational requirements. Your remote work location must be located within the province of Ontario.

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The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved._**
Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.

At Peel Region, we value being open and transparent with our community. The Ontario government has passed legislation that will dissolve Peel Region on January 1, 2025. Peel remains committed to providing uninterrupted services to our residents and businesses through the transition.

Skilled and qualified professionals are and will be needed to deliver services to the Peel community regardless of the governance model.

For information about our transition and how we continue delivering services, visit

**As part of the Region's ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced COVID-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requi