Financial Analyst

City of Vaughan; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 98,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Vaughan is seeking a Financial Analyst to provide analytical support to its Financial Planning and Development Finance Department. This permanent full-time position involves assisting with budget maintenance, financial reporting, and variance analysis, while fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Family-focused benefits package

Learning and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years' progressive experience in finance, involving analysis, forecasting, or accounting.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in good standing is an asset.
• Results-oriented with strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support for financial budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare management reporting packages and conduct performance analysis.
• Administer departmental financial activities including journal entries and account reconciliation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

University Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

JD#: M508

Job Number: J0625-0301

Job Title: Financial Analyst

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

Job Category: Accounting / Auditing / Finance

Number Of Positions: 1

Date Posted: June 11, 2025

Closing Date: June 25, 2025

Salary: $98,221.00 - $114,904.00/Year

Hours of work: 35

Schedule: 8:30-4:30

Union: Non-union

Vaughan is one of Canada's fastest-growing cities. Its emerging downtown, the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre; Canada's first smart hospital, the Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital; and the 900-acre North Maple Regional Park continue to generate momentum and excitement. Be part of something amazing and build your career at the City of Vaughan!

The City is an equal-opportunity employer and a forward-looking municipality that is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. As an award-winning organization for its employment and diversity practices, the City focuses on providing a professional environment that offers flexible work arrangements, a family-focused benefits package emphasizing work-life balance, learning and growth opportunities, and values collaboration and teamwork.

Position Overview

This role provides analytical support to the Financial Planning and Development Finance Department by assisting Senior Financial Analysts and Managers with maintaining financial budgets and forecasts, preparing reports for management, conducting economic and financial performance analysis, variance and trend analysis, and supporting ad-hoc research and business insights. The analyst will assist in developing multi-year operating and capital budgets and plans, and support year-end and audit activities, along with preparing management reporting packages. Responsibilities also include administering departmental financial activities such as performance tracking, journal entries, account reconciliation, and policy testing.

Qualifications and Experience

• University Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a suitable equivalent
• Minimum of two (2) years' progressive experience in finance involving analysis, forecasting, capital asset reporting, or accounting; municipal experience is an asset
• Results-oriented with strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, with tact in handling sensitive or confidential topics
• Ability to build credibility and develop partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, adapt to shifting priorities, and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude
• Advanced computer skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft applications
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in good standing is an asset; MBA or enrollment in CPA's Professional Education Program is also an asset

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The City of Vaughan communicates via email for open job competitions.

The City is committed to diversity and inclusivity and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request.