Financial Analyst - Financial Planning
Position Summary
Reporting to the Manager, Financial Planning, the Financial Analyst is responsible for providing financial support and guidance to the City's many departments and utility operations, including preparation, validation, analysis and review of financial information and systems. In addition, this role will ensure the integrity, reliability, timeliness and accuracy of financial data, reporting, and analyses.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Long-term financial planning and forecasting - financial analysis, monitoring and forecasting, specific tasks in the preparation of the annual operating and capital budgets, management, and departmental reporting
Encourage the corporate use of available financial information and strive to continuously improve upon the information and processes available to support the departments and the corporation as a whole
Assist in maintaining the integrity of information in the financial systems and ensuring adherence to financial controls
Develops policies and procedures that encompass sound business and financial processes and internal controls including process reviews and business process analysis
Assist in other special projects and assignments as a financial resource and represent the department on task forces, work groups, committees, and projects, as assigned
Qualifications, Competencies
3-year diploma or 4-year degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field of study
Professional Accounting Designation (CPA, CA, CGA, CMA)
*Consideration may be given to applicants who are eligible to complete the CFE examination and apply for designation within one year*
2-3 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, financial analysis, and budgets
Municipal and utility accounting experience, including a working knowledge of relevant legislation and municipal policy is an asset
Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAB) preferred
Must demonstrate corporate values of Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation
Skills, Abilities, Work Demands
Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Excel
Strong customer service skills, including the ability to establish good working relationships with a variety of internal and external clients and the public
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present data and ideas in a logical and professional manner for internal and external decision makers
Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment, with multiple projects/tasks concurrently, with priorities often shifting
Strong analytical and critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in order to analyze data, identify problems and recommend solutions
Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory CPIC (Criminal Record Check)