Financial Analyst, Reporting

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Working for the City of Burlington

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Type of Vacancy

Existing Vacancy

Hours of Work

35 hours per week

Department

Finance

Location

This position is eligible for a hybrid work model. When attending an event or meeting in person, your primary office location will be based out of Sims Square (390 Brant Street, Burlington ON). Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands. Effective September 2027, this role will be required to be on site 50% of the time each month.

Position Overview

The Financial Analyst, Reporting is responsible for the accounting, reconciliation and financial reporting of Tangible Capital Assets (TCA) in compliance with Public Sector Accounting Board Standards (PSAB). This position maintains accurate and complete capital asset records, ensures compliance with accounting policies and procedures, and supports the preparation of financial statements, annual Financial Information Return (FIR) and audit schedules. The role also contributes to the ongoing improvement of capital asset accounting processes, reporting tools and data integrity through the effective use of Workday Financials. Working collaboratively with internal departments, the position provides financial analysis and reporting support to ensure capital asset information is accurate, reliable and supports informed decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the collection, validation and maintenance of complete and accurate tangible capital asset (TCA) data and supporting documentation in the City's asset accounting database.
• Prepare and maintain capital asset continuity schedules, general ledger reconciliations and supporting working papers to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Monitor transaction postings in the FMS, provide advice and assistance to departments as required.
• Review capital expenditures and project costs to determine appropriate accounting treatment and classification as capital assets or operating expenses, in consultation with departmental staff.
• Participate in the ongoing enhancement and optimization of capital asset accounting processes within Workday, with a focus on improving system functionality, reporting capabilities and the integration of key processes.
• Prepare year end schedules, including FIR (Financial Information Reporting) schedules, and financial statements and notes for external auditors.
• Complete staff report to senior staff and Council.
• Assist with asset related government grant applications and required annual filing and reporting.
• Perform general ledger account reconciliations, including investment and payroll clearing accounts, and investigate and resolve reconciling items.
• Process adjusting journal entries following appropriate review, analysis and reconciliation.
• Comply with year-end closing process, including reconciliations and the review of petty cash and floating accounts.
• Monitor changes to PSAB standards and other applicable reporting requirements, assess their impact on capital asset accounting, and recommend and implement appropriate changes to processes, systems and procedures.
• Provide advice to departments on asset related financial policy and accounting related matters. Provide asset system information to staff and external services.
• Provide financial service support and guidance to internal services and local boards.
• Participate in the financial reporting process utilizing the FMS and departmental asset management related applications.
• Assist with the annual external audit by preparing working papers, responding to audit inquiries and providing supporting documentation as required.
• Duties and responsibilities are inclusive, but not limited to the above.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have completed a university degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Economics, Commerce, or a related field. Completion of a professional accounting designation such as CPA, or active enrollment in a recognized professional designation program is considered an asset. This is coupled with four (4) to seven (7) years of progressive experience in financial reporting or a related finance function. Experience in the public sector and tangible asset accounting are considered an asset, as is familiarity with ERP systems (Workday experience is preferred).

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide meaningful insights to support business decision-making. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, along with strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines, is essential. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required, including the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams while working independently in a fast-paced environment.

Police Check Requirement

This position requires the successful candidate to provide a clear criminal record check at their own expense.

Accommodations

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at: hr@burlington.ca if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Note to Applicants:

We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.

About Us

Come work with us at the City of Burlington!

Why?

Ranked as the most livable city in Ontario, and fifth in Canada, Burlington is nestled in the Greater Toronto Area, with the Niagara Escarpment (a UNESCO world biosphere reserve) in our backyard, and Lake Ontario at our front door.

Equipped with a team of approximately 1,150 full-time and 1,000 part-time employees, the corporation of the City of Burlington is an innovative, progressive and hybrid workplace dedicated to delivering more than 37 high-quality services to residents.

A career at the City boasts:

• A positive workplace culture built on a set of organizational values, designed by employees. These values guide our behavior and how we work together.

• A hybrid work model, with remote and flexible work arrangements.

• A commitment to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in our organization to create a workplace where employees can bring their whole selves to work.

• A focus on service excellence, including high-quality customer experiences, operational performance, and staff engagement.

• A great pension and benefits package.

• Collective action to support a climate resilient and low carbon community, implementing actions to become net carbon neutral and prepared for warmer, wetter and wilder weather.

• Opportunities to continuously learn and grow.

These are just some of the reasons to come work with us at the City of Burlington.

If you are interested in applying for a job with the city, you must apply online. We no longer accept paper copies of resumes.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the city accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at hr@burlington.ca if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.

We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.