Financial Analyst

Oxford County; Woodstock; Hybrid; CAD 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OMERS defined benefit pension plan

Employee and Family Assistance Plan

Flexible Work Arrangements (hybrid)

Job summary

Oxford County's Financial Services role at the Administration Building seeks an experienced accounting professional to oversee the accounting system, produce reports, and support the year-end process.

The ideal candidate has post-secondary education in finance/accounting, CPA-related eligibility, and strong Excel skills, with PSAB knowledge and ability to work both independently and in a team. Hybrid work arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in business, finance, accounting or related field.
• Enrolment in CPA program is an asset.
• Experience with Development Charges is an asset for the temporary full-time role.
• Accounting experience in a municipal and unionized environment is an asset.
• Equivalent education and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of accounting procedures from journal entries to year-end closing and financial statement prep.
• Knowledge of PSAB and public sector accounting standards.
• Familiarity with municipal financial reporting requirements and best practices.
• Proficiency in Word/PowerPoint at intermediate level and Excel at advanced level.
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal; able to work independently or in a team.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible to changing priorities and deadlines, with sound direction.
• Understanding of OH&S responsibilities and compliance with policies.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the accounting system and produces reports for internal and external users.
• Completes data analysis and provides training and support for financial systems.
• Assists department directors, managers, and supervisors, supporting budgets and year-end processes.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Written & verbal communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Independent & team collaboration

Adaptability

Deadline-oriented

Public sector accounting understanding

Health and safety awareness

Analytical thinking

Education

Post-secondary education in business, finance, accounting or related field

CPA program enrollment or completion (asset)

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel (advanced)

Job description

Location: Financial Services – Oxford County Administration Building

Employment Status: Temporary Full-time (up to 6 months)

Reporting to: Manager of Financial Services/ Manager of Capital Planning

Wage range: $46.59/hr-$58.24/hr ($84,793.80-$105,996.80/annually)

Hours of work: 35/week

Vacancy Reason: Existing Vacancy

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Option of enrollment in OMERS defined benefit pension plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan available
• Flexible Work Arrangements, including occasional hybrid work

POSITION SUMMARY:

Oversees the accounting system, produces reports for both internal and external users, completes analysis of data in the system, provides training and support relating to various financial systems, provides assistance to department directors, managers and supervisors, and carries out required duties from the yearly departmental budgets to the year-end process.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary education in business, finance, accounting or related field.
• Enrolment in or completion of the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) program is an asset.
• Development Charges experience is an asset for the temporary full-time role
• Accounting experience in a progressive municipal and unionized environment is an asset.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of all accounting procedures from basic journal entries to year end closing activity and financial statement preparation.
• Sound understanding of the Canadian public sector accounting standards establish by the Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB).
• Knowledge of relevant trends and legislation, municipal financial reporting requirements, and best practices.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word and PowerPoint at an intermediate level and Excel at an advanced level.
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.Experience working independently and collaboratively as a team while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
• Excellent organizational, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to cope with changing priorities and tight deadlines, while taking direction from multiple individuals.
• Understanding of role specific health and safety responsibilities and ensured compliance with internal and external safe policies, procedures, and legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Valid Ontario drivers’ licence is an asset.
• An acceptable Criminal Record Check will be required.

POSTING DATE: Tuesday, October 27, 2026

CLOSING DATE: Tuesday, November 3, 2026, by 4pm