Financial Analyst – Human Services Support Unit - Jobs in Brampton, ON

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Financial Analyst – Human Services Support UnitBusiness & Financial Planning DivisionContract Full-Time; 2 positions (13 Months and 16 Months in Duration)Pay Band: $71,690 - $89,613 per annumThe Finance Department’s mandate is to enable success through financial stewardship and business partnership.As a Financial Analyst you will provide dedicated financial support to the Senior Financial Analysts and Supervisor. The Finance Department supports the operational and strategic initiatives of the Human Services Department.The Analyst works to develop and sustain collaborative and successful working relationships. 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.In this role you will:

• Collaborate with the Senior Financial Analysts to support program clients on both operating and capital related matters.
• Review expenditures and conduct required monthly accounting activities (accruals, account reconciliations, journal entries etc.) to ensure the full representations of financials for each reporting period.
• Book and reconcile provincial funding and related expenses.
• Support operating and capital budget/year end.
• May need to reconcile program specific bank account daily and b/s reconciliation.
• Support internal reporting and ministry reporting.
• On-going process improvements/enhancements to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
• Monitor spending and provide financial advice to ensure accounts are in a good financial position.
• Maintain proper documentation for project related transactions and works with internal and external auditors for auditing responses.
• Perform special financial reporting/analytical projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Relevant university degree and professional accounting designation (CPA, CGA, CMA, CA) plus a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a fast-paced financial environment although an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Previous health sector experience would be an asset.
• Sound business acumen and critical mindset.
• Excellent computer skills (specifically MS Office-Excel); proficient in Word and PeopleSoft Financials)
• Knowledge of applicable legislation, regulations, and standards as well as municipal issues, services and processes considered an asset.
• Superior analytical and judgment abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with an ability to communicate financial information to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated passion for client service, and an ability to build and maintain strong partnerships with clients.
• An ability to work in a self-directed manner, including strong planning and organizational skills, and an attitude for initiating and taking the lead in problem-solving.
• Ability to participate effectively within a team environment where several reporting submissions are prepared in collaboration with other team members.

*Should this position become permanent it may not be reposted*Location: In this role you will have the ability to work remotely and attend on-site when required based on operational requirements at 10 Peel Centre Drive. The frequency of on-site activities may vary on a weekly basis and based on operational requirements. Your remote work location must be located within the province of Ontario.Hours of Work: 35 hours per weekInterview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced Covid-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.New employees who commence employment on or after October 1, 2021 are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Being fully vaccinated is determined as the status of having received the full series of approved vaccines (both doses of a two dose vaccine series, one dose of a single dose vaccine series) and any additional doses required and approved by Health Canada and having satisfied the full post vaccination period required to ensure vaccination efficacy. The Region of Peel reserves the right to request proof of vaccination at any time. Acceptable proof includes an Ontario Ministry of Health COVID-19 vaccine receipt which you can obtain through the Provincial portal https://covid19.ontariohealth.ca/, or other government-issued vaccine passport or certification.The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you are not fully vaccinated, a documented medical reason provided by a physician or registered nurse and time period for the medical reason may be accepted.About Us:The Region of Peel serves more than 1.4 million residents and approximately 173,000 businesses in Brampton, Caledon and Mississauga. We deliver a wide range of resident focused services across the Region.Our 20-year vision for Peel is “Community for Life.” Our goal is to create a place where everyone enjoys a sense of belonging and has access to the services and opportunities needed to thrive in each stage of their lives. Our 2015-2035 Strategic Plan outlines the work were focused on to bring this vision to life.To learn more about the Region of Peel, explore peelregion.ca.Additional Information:The Region of Peel 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.The Region of Peel 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. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.Please be advised, the Region of Peel uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. 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.Quick Apply

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