Senior Financial Analyst
Job Description:
Senior Financial Analyst, Reporting
Corporate Services – Corporate Finance
Status: (1) Contract Full Time positionSalary Range: $89,469 – 111,834 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits)
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
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 five service groups within Corporate Finance: Financial Policy and Development Financing, Accounting Services, Loss Management and Insurance Services, Financial Systems Development and Support and Peel Housing Corporation Finance.
“We are empowered to make a difference.”
Reporting to the Supervisor, Analytical Support, in this role you will be responsible for co-leading Peel’s internal and external financial reporting related to specific Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS) requirements, including tangible capital assets (TCA), debt, and contaminated sites.This role is also responsible for the annual Financial Information Return (FIR) reporting to the Province.
What you will do in this role:
- Ensure that all purchases, disposals, amortization and gain/loss calculations related to TCA are properly recorded in the general ledger and in IBM Maximo.
- Ensure all transactions comply with PSAS, including debt issuances, payments, and inter-entity loans.
- Ensure contaminated sites reporting is complete and accurate.
- Provide expert guidance and direction relating to the accounting and reporting of TCA, debt, and contaminated sites to Finance and program staff.
- Ensure all TCA, debt and contaminated sites information is reported accurately on the financial statements.
- Maintain and update Peel’s TCA and contaminated sites policy and guideline documents.
- Research and assist with the implementation of any Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) standard changes, including the development of policies, training and note disclosures.
- Assist in the year-end financial statement consolidation process, including preparing note disclosures.
- Collaborate with external auditors for smooth interim and year-end audits
- Prepare the annual Financial Information Return as per Provincial guidelines.
- Act as a subject matter expert related to PSAS reporting requirements in the ERP implementation project.
- Other duties as assigned.
What the role requires:
- University degree in business administration, commerce or economics, and a CPA/CA/ACCA accounting designation.
- Minimum 5 years progressive business experience, preferably in the public sector. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
- Knowledge and understanding of PSAB accounting standards.
- Knowledge and understanding of SAP Financials, IBM Maximo, and any other ERP systems, a definite asset.
- Experience working with nVision would be an asset.
- Experience with the preparation of audit working papers and financial statements.
Skills/Abilities:
- Highly developed verbal and written skills to effectively communicate with internal and external.
- Excellent analytical and evaluation skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, time management and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in developing and using spreadsheet financial models and tools.
- Thorough knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access).
Apply now and help us build a better tomorrow with the Region of Peel! Join us—be bold, think big, and help shape a better tomorrow.
Perks That Make Work Fun (and Your Life Easier)!
At Peel Region, we believe in taking care of you. Here's what you'll enjoy when you join our team:
- Top-Notch Benefits: Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plan (yes, even psychological health coverage) — starting on your very first day!
- OMERS Pension Plan: Voluntary enrolment to help secure your future with peace of mind.
- Vacation Time That Grows: Start with 3 weeks of vacation per year— because work-life balance is important!
- Personal Days Just for You: Enjoy 3 paid personal days and floating holidays to recharge whenever you need.
- Wellness First: Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle and prioritize your health and well-being.
- Performance Pays Off: Annual performance reviews with merit increases — your hard work is recognized and rewarded!
- Supportive, Respectful Culture: Work in an environment where leadership truly cares and inclusivity is celebrated.
- Learning & Growth: Access to tuition reimbursement and tons of development resources to keep you growing — whether in your career or on a personal level.
We’ve got you covered — because we know happy, healthy people do their best work! 🎉
In this role, you’ll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected, with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve.This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.
It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.
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 include video conference technology
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About Us:
Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.
We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.
Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.
Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking.At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.
Additional Information:
Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.
Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available.Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca
Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users.As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.