Finance Analyst and AR/AP Supervisor - December 2025 to September 2026

Town of Wasaga Beach; Wasaga Beach; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity in Wasaga Beach is seeking a Finance Analyst and AR/AP Supervisor. This in-office position involves overseeing analytical accounting activities, ensuring compliance with financial controls, and managing accounts payable and receivable. Candidates should possess a degree in Accounting or Business Administration, alongside relevant leadership experience and strong analytical skills. The role offers an hourly pay range of $61.80 - $72.30 for 35 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Working towards or completion of a university Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Proven work experience in a leadership capacity in a fast-paced financial environment.
• Strong computer literacy utilizing the MS Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Oversee analytical accounting activities and collaboration on financial statement reports.
• Review financial controls to ensure compliance with accounting procedures.
• Manage accounts payable/receivable and corporate procurement support.

Skills

Leadership experience

Ability to process data

Strong mathematical skills

Knowledge of municipal legislation

Strong computer literacy

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Education

University Degree in Accounting or Business Administration

Tools

MS Office Suite

Financial information systems software

Job description

Finance Analyst and AR/AP Supervisor - December 2025 to September 2026

Town of Wasaga Beach is seeking a highly motivated and professional individual to perform the duties and responsibilities of the Finance Analyst and AR/AP Supervisor. This is an in-office position.

General Responsibilities

The Finance Analyst and AR/AP Supervisor is responsible for the administration and oversight of analytical accounting activities including but not limited to collaboration on quarterly financial statement reports and other financial staff reports. The position will review financial controls to ensure accounting procedures are within Generally Accepted Accounting Practices and in accordance with the statutory requirements set out under applicable Legislation and Regulations. The position is required to process entries as per PSAB Accounting Standards. In addition, there is responsibility for oversight of AP/AR, corporate procurement support, insurance policy support/updates, management of Letters of Credit and security deposit accounts, administration of rental property accounts and other financial related matters.

Qualifications

• Working towards or completion of a university Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related discipline
• Proven work experience in a leadership capacity in a progressive digitally automated and fast paced financial environment
• Ability to process raw information and data, translating this into actionable insights for informed decision-making
• Ability to work on multiple simultaneous projects and meet aggressive deadlines
• Strong mathematical skills and ability to perform complex mathematical calculations
• Working knowledge of Town by-laws, municipal taxation and assessment process and application of provincial legislation, including Municipal Act, Assessment Act, Development Charges Act and municipal financial operations/administration in general
• Asset Retirement Obligation knowledge or experience for calculation is a benefit
• Strong computer literacy utilizing the MS Office suite of products and Internet
• Good knowledge of financial information systems software (municipal preferred)
• Excellent interpersonal, administrative, organizational, attention to detail, time management, problem solving, presentation, and analytical skills
• Proven verbal and written communication skills and report writing abilities
• Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of a team
• Ability to establish and maintain effective business relationships with all levels of employees and elected officials
• Willingness to work overtime to achieve deadlines
• Ability to provide an acceptable criminal records check and driver’s abstract upon hire

Hourly Range (35 hours per week): $61.80 - $72.30

Closing Date: November 21 , 2025 at 4:00pm

The Town of Wasaga Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. Accommodation will be provided in all steps of the hiring process, upon request. Please advise the Town of Wasaga Beach Human Resources Department if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants who apply for this position, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, Chapter 25, as amended, and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection.