Financial Analyst

Waterloo Regional Police Service; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Waterloo Regional Police Service is seeking a competent financial professional to provide budgeting, accounting and financial analysis support to divisional and branch management. You will assist in preparing operating and capital budgets, asset management, grants reporting, and related analyses.

The role involves forecasting expenditures, monitoring budgets, preparing narratives for management reports, and coordinating with IT to ensure data accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Mathematics, Commerce or related discipline.
• Professional accounting designation (CPA) required; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum three years of budgeting, financial analysis and forecasting experience; public sector experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of financial systems such as Oracle Financials and related software.

Responsibilities

• Analyze reviews, forecasts and prepare operating and capital budgets for management review.
• Reconcile accounts, forecast expenditures and revenues, and report variances to the Manager, Finance.
• Initiate billing to external parties, including police services in the PRIDE program.
• Prepare detailed financial analyses and cost/benefit analyses to support decision-making.
• Assist with grant expenditures reporting and year-end processes.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Budgeting & cost analysis

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Economics/Mathematics/Commerce

CPA designation

Tools

Oracle Financials

Microsoft Office

Crystal Reports

FMW Web Budgeting Software

Job description

Deadline to Apply: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 by 11.59 PM

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time

Location: WRPS Headquarters, 200 Maple Grove Rd, Cambridge, ON N3H 4R7

Shift: Day

Working Days/ Hours: Monday to Friday, 08.00 AM - 04.00 PM

Hours of Work: 40 Hours per week

Number of Position: 1

Union: Waterloo Regional Police Association

Reason for Vacancy:

2026 Salary Range: $95,025 - $111,794

Summary

Provides budgeting, accounting and financial analysis services and support to Divisional and Branch management personnel. Assists the Manager, Finance in the preparation of operating and capital budgets, tangible capital asset and reserve fund management, grant applications and reporting processes and conducts related analyses, studies and project work as assigned.

You Will:

• Analyze reviews, prepare forecasts and report internally to management personnel to prepare operating and capital budgets for review by the Manager, Finance. Assist the Manager, Finance in monitoring operating expenditures against approved budgets and develop analytical information, including future budget impacts of current budget decisions. Prepare summaries and continuity schedules and other information for budget reports and presentations;
• Administer, reconcile and verify the accuracy of accounts and correct errors in the general ledger as requested by management personnel. Work with the management personnel to forecast operating expenditures and revenues; identify and resolve possible variances, and report variances and potential resolution of service-wide issues to the Manager, Finance as required;
• Initiate billing to external parties, including police services participating in the PRIDE program;
• Review and reconcile information to assist in the preparation of periodic and year-end reporting; work with program areas and Information Technology (IT) to ensure all transaction data and other relevant information is properly reflected, reviewing existing processes for efficiency, effectiveness and accuracy. Resolve errors or omissions and provide recommendations for resolution of service-wide issues to the Manager, Finance as required;
• Prepare and/or participate in detailed financial analyses to determine impacts of policy proposals of the Police Services Board (PSB), and the Provincial and Federal governments. Prepare cost/benefit analyses and business cases to facilitate the managerial decision-making on operating and capital project proposals;
• Participate in Reserve and Reserve Fund analyses and forecast their viability for senior management and the PSB. Monitor reserve fund balances;
• Ensure grant expenditures are made appropriately and reported on accurately with appropriate documentation, ensuring all deadline submission dates are met; and
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

You Have:

• Knowledge of management control systems, strategic and financial planning, budgeting and accounting principles;
• Successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university in Business, Economics, Mathematics, Commerce or related discipline;
• A professional accounting designation (e.g. CPA) is required. Equivalent experience and designation may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree and designation;
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in the application of principles and techniques relating to budgeting, financial analysis, cost/benefit analysis, statistical analysis and forecasting required. Public sector experience in financial analysis is an asset;
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to plan and develop objectives, conduct analyses and make recommendations and decisions on various financial issues;
• Comprehensive knowledge in the operation of a computer and software applications and financial systems such as Oracle Financials, Microsoft Office, Crystal Reports, FMW Web Budgeting Software, and the internet and intranet;
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, both written and oral;
• A valid Class “G” Ontario Driver’s Licence with no more than six demerit points required to travel within and outside the Region to attend WRPS Divisions and police partners, attend meetings, seminars and conferences.

You Have:

• Knowledge of management control systems, strategic and financial planning, budgeting and accounting principles.
• Successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university in Business, Economics, Mathematics, Commerce or related discipline.
• A professional accounting designation (e.g. CPA) is required. Equivalent experience and designation may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree and designation.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in the application of principles and techniques relating to budgeting, financial analysis, cost/benefit analysis, statistical analysis and forecasting required. Public sector experience in financial analysis is an asset.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to plan and develop objectives, conduct analyses and make recommendations and decisions on various financial issues.
• Comprehensive knowledge in the operation of a computer and software applications and financial systems such as Oracle Financials, Microsoft office, Crystal reports, FMW Web Budgeting Software, and the internet and intranet.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, problem solving and communication skills, both written and oral.
• A valid Class “G” Ontario Driver’s Licence with no more than six demerit points required to travel within and outside the Region to attend WRPS Divisions and police partners, attend meetings, seminars and conferences.

You Are:

• Able to read and interpret PSB and Committee reports, Federal and Provincial legislation and guidelines, technical proposals, policies, by-laws and legal agreements.
• Able to write letters and reports to management, the PSB, and external contacts regarding detailed financial analyses, updates and budget information; to review and provide input to, or write financial implications of management reports prepared by program areas.
• Able to meet police security clearance requirements and to maintain confidentiality.
• Able to participate as an effective team member and to support project values compatible with the organization.
• Able to meet testing requirements for the position.

Why join WRPS?

• Comprehensive benefits coverage, including employer-paid Health/Dental and Life Insurance
• Dynamic, team-focused environment supporting the community
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for fitness and wellness
• Southwestern Ontario's Top Employers 2025 & 2026
• Waterloo Area's Top Employers 2025 & 2026
• Salary Range: $95,025 - $111,794

If you require accommodation in completing the application process, or with any portion of the application process or interview, please email the WRPS at [e-mail].

Diversity through inclusion – we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process:

Waterloo Regional Police Services may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance efficiency during the recruitment process. However, applications will also be reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment. AI does not make final hiring decisions.