Senior Financial Analyst

Corporate Services 6 Business & Financial Planning Division

Status: (1) Contract Full Time (13 Months)

Hiring Range: $94,455 - $106,262 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

As a Senior Financial Analyst, Human Services Finance Business Partner (FBP) you will provide strategic financial advice and support to Human Services leadership that enables them to effectively manage their business. The FBP supports the operational and strategic initiatives of the Human Services Department.

Within the Human Services FBP section of Business and Financial Planning and reporting to the Supervisor, the Senior Financial Analyst is seen as the subject matter expert. The Senior Analyst works to develop and sustain collaborative and successful working relationships and supports the program in effectively managing their business. Our team is committed to providing a client-centered approach and delivers a model that offers financial advisory services with our internal and external business partners.

What you will do in this role:

• Performs budgeting, forecasting and reporting for various divisions within the Human Services Department
• Identifies business trends and drivers and maintains/develops financial models
• Develop workflow schedules for budget and corporate reporting cycles
• Develops and maintains cooperative, collaborative and strategic relationships with the divisions managers and directors
• Engages business partners and establishes open dialogue on the financial related matters with regards to business sustainability, terms of council priorities and program financial outlook
• Provides financial advice and influence in programs annual budget development, financial/management reporting and complex business issues
• Creates meaningful reports/presentations that concisely identify root causes and clearly tell the story
• Reviews council reports/business cases, conducts cost-benefit analysis and provides business partners with sound financial recommendations
• Assesses financial processes to determine the efficiency of the current practices and appropriateness of financial controls
• Provides advice and interpretation of financial policies, by-laws, procedures and legislations
• Prepare year-end working paper and financial statement to report to the ministry
• Provides coaching and review of the Financial Analysts work related to accounting activities (accruals, account reconciliations, journal entries etc.), management reporting, financial procedures and documentation

What the role requires:

• Relevant University degree and recognized professional accounting designation (CA/CGA/CMA/CPA/ACCA)
• Minimum of 5 years experience in preparing annual budgets, forecasts, and cash flow statements
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong computer skills (specifically MS Office and PeopleSoft Financials) and/or Hyperion (budget software systems) would be considered an asset)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, planning and organizational skills as well as ability to prioritize
• Attention to detail, ability to work independently and as a team member
• Knowledge of applicable legislation, regulations and standards as well as municipal issues, services and processes are considered an asset
• Excellent relationship building skills in order to develop and sustain client partnerships as well as work in a team environment
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

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Perks That Make Work Fun (and Your Life Easier)!

At Peel Region, we believe in taking care of you. Heres what youll enjoy when you join our team:

• Top-Notch Benefits: Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plan (yes, even psychological health coverage) 6 starting on your very first day!
• OMERS Pension Plan: Automatic enrolment to help secure your future with peace of mind.
• Vacation Time That Grows: Start with 3 weeks of vacation per year1 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 1 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 1 whether in your career or on a personal level.

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Work Mode & Job Location: In this role, youll 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 along with occasional travel to attend site inspections or meetings at Regional facilities or 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.

Peel Region 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: Ourrecruitmentprocesswillbecompletedwith video conference technology.

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