BUSINESS ANALYST FINANCE & TREASURY SERVICES

City of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Business Analyst in Finance & Treasury Services to enhance vendor invoice processing and ensure compliance with internal controls. This role involves developing dashboards and KPIs, managing a corporate PCard program, and delivering training on accounts payable procedures. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, project management capabilities, and the ability to foster stakeholder relationships. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the community.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Finance or Business Administration required.
• 5-10 years of experience in a high-volume accounts payable environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable processes and Pcard administration.
• Monitor process effectiveness through KPIs and prepare reports for management.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Project Coordination

Risk Management

Communication Skills

Report Writing

Presentation Abilities

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Education

Post-secondary education in Finance

Business Administration

5-10 years of relevant experience

Tools

Office 365

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

Job description

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BUSINESS ANALYST FINANCE & TREASURY SERVICES

• Job ID: 55934
• Job Category:Finance, Accounting & Purchasing
• Division & Section: Accounting Services, Corporate Accounts Payable
• Job Type & Duration: Full-Time, Permanent
• Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
• Affiliation: Non-Union
• Number of Positions Open: 1
• Posting Period: 09-May-2025 to 23-May-2023

The Accounting Services Division is responsible for the City of Toronto's accounting and financial reporting, vendor invoice processing, payment functions, and managing the Payment Card (Pcard) program.

The Accounts Payable Section seeks a Business Analyst to support vendor invoice processing, ensure accuracy, and meet service level agreements.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Corporate Accounts Payable, the Business Analyst will oversee accounts payable processes, Pcard administration, Post to Pay and Electronic Payment Submission, and support client services. The role involves monitoring process effectiveness through KPIs, reinforcing internal controls, preparing reports for senior management, and collaborating with teams to improve efficiency and modernize processes. Additionally, the Business Analyst will develop and deliver training on accounts payable procedures.

Success depends on strong stakeholder relationships, project coordination, risk management, ethics, and discretion, especially concerning sensitive matters.

Key Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Finance, Business Administration, or 5-10 years of relevant experience in a high-volume accounts payable environment.
• Deep knowledge of accounts payable processes and compliance standards.
• Experience with internal control assessments and compliance reviews.
• Experience managing a corporate PCard program, including policies and training.
• Familiarity with the Construction Act and related policies.
• Ability to develop dashboards and KPIs for decision support.
• Proficiency in Office 365 and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders and external partners.
• Strong communication skills, report writing, and presentation abilities.
• Organizational skills for multitasking and project management.
• Interpersonal skills for working across all levels and delivering excellent customer service.
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and meet deadlines, often under time constraints.
• Self-discipline and independence, with flexibility for additional hours during peak times.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the community it serves. Learn more about the City’s employment equity initiatives.