BUSINESS & FINANCIAL ANALYST (PROCUREMENT)

Toronto Co; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 86,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading municipal organization is seeking a Business & Financial Analyst specializing in procurement. This full-time, permanent role involves managing budgets, leading procurement plans, and collaborating with stakeholders while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and policies. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills alongside extensive experience in public sector procurement, and are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in public sector procurement and RFQ development.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret large data sets.
• Excellent communication and strategic advice capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the division's budget and ensure expenditures stay within limits.
• Lead and coordinate the procurement plans and contracts.
• Conduct research, analyze operational effectiveness, and report findings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Purchasing, Finance

Tools

SAP Ariba

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

BUSINESS & FINANCIAL ANALYST (PROCUREMENT)

• Job Category: Finance, Accounting & Purchasing
• Division & Section: Municipal Licensing & Standards, MLS Finance & Business Services
• Work Location: 1530 Markham Road (Travel to other locations may be required, Hybrid work arrangement)
• Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Permanent
• Salary: $86,716.00 - $112,255.00
• Shift: Monday - Friday, 35 Hours per week
• Affiliation: Non-Union
• Number of Positions Open: 1
• Posting Period: 15-MAY-2025 to 30-MAY-2025

Major Responsibilities

• Implement detailed plans and recommend policies/procedures regarding program-specific requirements.
• Conduct, coordinate, and support research in the assigned area, considering developments within the field, policies, legislation, and government initiatives.
• Manage the division's budget, ensuring expenditures stay within approved limits.
• Research, analyze, and report on operational effectiveness and efficiency.
• Coordinate and prepare the division's annual Procurement Plan and support the development of multi-year procurement plans.
• Lead the coordination and delivery of procurement plans and contracts, collaborating with stakeholders and internal divisions.
• Manage procurement processes such as RFQs, RFTs, RFPs, and non-competitive procurement.
• Assist in evaluating quotations and participate in evaluation teams, providing recommendations.
• Oversee contract management functions, including spend analysis and purchase order amendments.
• Develop and maintain procurement tracking and reporting tools.
• Perform contract expenditure analysis and ensure data accuracy in management systems.
• Coordinate year-end activities, including accruals and payments reconciliation.
• Identify and recommend improvements in financial and operating controls, and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Represent the division in various meetings and lead projects, preparing reports and presentations.

Key Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Purchasing, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive procurement experience in the public sector, including RFQ development and vendor invoice oversight.
• Proficiency with SAP Ariba, project management tools, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience in report writing, policy development, and providing strategic advice.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret large data sets and prepare complex reports.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines with accuracy.
• Knowledge of relevant laws and policies, including the Purchasing and Financial Control By-Laws, Construction Lien Act, and others.
• Professional designation such as CPA is an asset; working towards it is encouraged.

Additional Information

This job posting is active and not expired. City of Toronto employees are eligible to apply but must indicate their status in the application. The city is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessible employment practices, including accommodations during the recruitment process.