University degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
Five years of experience in a financial environment.
Knowledge of the Development Charges Act and regulations.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
Experience coordinating cross-functional teams.
Proficient in Excel and other computer applications.
(Preferred) Professional Accounting designation.
(Preferred) Experience in municipal finance.
Responsibilities
Provide financial support for the Development Charges Background Study, including data compilation and analysis.
Create long-range financial plans related to development, including cash flow and cost-benefit analyses.
Lead the implementation of financial plans, preparing agreements with developers and monitoring project performance.
Prepare the capital component of Halton's ten-year budget in line with development financing plans.
Conduct financial analyses for development-capital projects and prepare variance and closure reports.
Offer senior-level financial support for allocation programs, ensuring program integrity and effective financial modeling.
Contribute financial expertise to organizational changes, system enhancements, and training initiatives.
Benefits
Work in a permanent, full-time position with a 35-hour work week.
Opportunity to influence long-term financial planning and development strategies.
Engage with multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders.
Contribute to significant municipal projects and initiatives.
Access to accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
Full Job Description
Posting ID: 5642 Department: Finance Division: Financial Planning Pay Range: $97,061 - $121,326 Job Type: Permanent Hours of Work: 35 hours per week Work Location: Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville Employee Group: OCT Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy Posting Date: November 11, 2026 Application Deadline: November 25, 2026
Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to fill subsequent vacancies of the same position within the next 18 months.
Job Summary
This position is responsible for providing financial support in developing and implementing long-range financial plans, working with various stakeholders on leading and compiling required analyses.
Duties & Responsibilities
Provide primary financial support for the preparation of the Development Charges Background Study; leading the compilation of required data in working with multi-disciplined professionals and cross-functional staff; calculation of development charges under Development Charges Act; and provision of related analyses.
Provide financial support in creating development-related long-range financial plans; including cash flow, pay back, cost benefit and what-if analyses under various scenarios.
Lead in the implementation of the development-related financial plans; including the preparation/implementation of financial agreements with developers; monitor of project performance in liaison with project managers; determining cash flow requirements in project accounts; coordinating the administration/reporting of funding transactions in accordance with terms set out in the agreements and the Region's capital financing policy; and addressing stakeholder inquiries.
Prepare the development-related capital component of Halton's ten-year capital budget, in accordance with a development financing plan framework, and liaises with Capital Budget team for the successful preparation/implementation of the annual capital budget.
Undertake financial analyses in support of identifying financial implications arising from bid/staff reports concerning development-capital projects; provide input in preparing semi-annual capital variance and closure reports; and prepare financial reports at year-end and as required, including Development Charges Reserve Funds Statements in accordance with guidelines set out in Development Charges Act.
Provides senior-level financial support for the allocation program, applying strong analytical skills and knowledget to support financial modelling, program integrity, and coordination.
Supports organizational change and transformation by contributing financial expertise to system enhancements, process improvements adn training initiatives, particularily
Skills & Qualifications
Essential
University degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
Five (5) years' experience working in a financial environment.
Knowledge of the Development Charges Act and regulations.
Excellent analytical skills and ability to work effectively under pressing deadlines.
Experience coordinating professionals and cross-functional teams.
Excellent computer skills, particularly in Excel.
Preferred
Professional Accounting designation.
Experience working in municipal finance.
Working/ Employment Conditions
Important information about your application:
In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 - Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at [redacted] extension 7700.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
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