Overview
The Financial Analyst performs a wide variety of advanced business and accounting functions and is a subject matter expert in the financial field. The Financial Analyst uses their expertise to ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies, report financial results, translate financial information, and advise on financial matters within the organization. This position involves a high degree of business interaction and contact with stakeholders as well as the need to continually improve the quality of financial reporting to enhance business insights and make value-added business decisions. The Finance Department endorses the Lean philosophy and requires all positions to incorporate and promote the process within their functions and duties.
Qualifications
MANDATORY EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE
• Grade 12, G.E.D., or Mature High School Diploma
• Degree or Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in a directly related field
• CPA Designation, or significant completion towards this designation
• Experience with full cycle accounting
• Experience with financial administration, budgeting, year-end, analysis, financial reporting, inventory, accounts receivables and payables, etc.
• Five (5) years’ experience working in a similar position in the accounting/financial management field
PREFERRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Municipal accounting experience is an asset
• Previous leadership experience is an asset.