Financial Analyst - Long Term Care

Corporation of the County of Dufferin; Orangeville; Hybrid; CAD 63,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits program

Defined benefit pension plan

Perkopolis access

Employee and Family Assistance Program

CCDI webinars access

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Corporation of the County of Dufferin seeks a Financial Analyst to support accounting and budgeting, year-end audits, and variance analysis for community services. You’ll input transaction batches, reconcile accounts, and prepare financial statements, focusing on Dufferin Oaks and Community Support Services.

The role requires a degree or diploma in Accounting/Business Administration with 3+ years in a similar position.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Accounting or Business Administration.
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in a similar position.
• Knowledge of public sector accounting, financial reporting, auditing and financial control policy and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to be flexible and responsive in a dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical skills pertaining to research, data analysis and report-writing.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize to meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to interact effectively and courteously with all levels of staff and contacts in a customer service focused environment; able to build cooperative, collaborative working relationships with internal and external customers and vendors.
• Advanced expertise in Microsoft software including Excel, Word, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is an asset.
• Previous experience working with Provincial Ministry programs is preferred.
• Working knowledge of accounting, budget, and banking systems.
• Knowledge of Ministry funding processes.
• Suitable work from home environment including reliable high speed internet.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end schedules for Auditors and assists them during their visits.
• Prepare for month end by reconciling all bank accounts, inputting month end adjustments, investigate imbalances and prepare monthly financial statements.
• Perform reconciliation of balance sheet accounts including investigation of outstanding amounts.
• Perform financial analysis, interpret and analyze information to identify issues, opportunities and provide recommendations to ensure financial compliance of programs.
• Investigate discrepancies in operating accounts and prepare correcting entries as needed, with emphasis on Dufferin Oaks and Community Support Services.
• Process and issue County invoices, perform follow-up collections duties and maintain Accounts Receivable files.
• Complete annual Ministry returns for Dufferin Oaks, Community Support Services for review by auditors and submission to Ministries.
• Complete a variety of regular reports for Dufferin Oaks and Community Support Services including uploading to the appropriate ministry web portal.
• Prepare ministry reports including various statistical reports.
• Assist with coordination of data for the operating budget particularly for Dufferin Oaks and Community Services.
• Serves as backup for Accounts Payable and Cash Receipts.
• Aid County staff on the use of financial software applications.
• Suggest and develop improvements to County Financial Policies and Procedures for review by Manager of Corporate Finance, Treasurer or Deputy Treasurer.
• Conduct special projects as required by Accounting Manager or Deputy Treasurer.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Diploma in Accounting

Diploma in Business Administration

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

SharePoint

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $45.81 CAD to $53.59 CAD TBD
• Corporate Office
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: FINAN001017

Description

Job ID: C66-26

Location: Hybrid – Remote and 55 Zina Street, Orangeville ON

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time (Non-Union)

Deadline to Apply: 4:30 p.m. on September 29, 2026

Vacancy Type: Current Opening

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Financial Analyst assists the Finance division with accounting and budgeting, annual year-end audit work, accounts receivable, variance analysis and reconciling of accounts. This position is responsible for financial and program monitoring and reporting for Dufferin Oaks and Community Support Services. In addition, this position inputs transaction batches and reports on problem areas within the accounts.

What we can offer YOU!

• A competitive hourly wage ranging between $45.81 – $53.59 (January 1, 2026 Non-Union Pay Grid);
• Enrolment in our comprehensive health benefits program and defined benefit pension plan
• Access to Perkopolis; discount, reward and benefits program
• Access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Unlimited access to live and interactive webinars offered by the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI)
• A supportive and collaborative work environment

What you’ll do

• Prepare year-end schedules for Auditors and assists them during their visits
• Prepare for month end by reconciling all bank accounts, inputting month end adjustments, investigate imbalances and prepare monthly financial statements
• Perform reconciliation of balance sheet accounts including investigation of outstanding amounts
• Perform financial analysis, interpret and analyze information to identify issues, opportunities and provide recommendations to ensure financial compliance of programs
• Investigate discrepancies in operating accounts and prepare correcting entries as needed, with emphasis on Dufferin Oaks and Community Support Services
• Process and issue County invoices, perform follow-up collections duties and maintain Accounts Receivable files
• Complete annual Ministry returns for Dufferin Oaks, Community Support Services for review by auditors and submission to Ministries
• Complete a variety of regular reports for Dufferin Oaks and Community Support Services including uploading to the appropriate ministry web portal
• Prepare ministry reports including various statistical reports
• Assist with coordination of data for the operating budget particularly for Dufferin Oaks and Community Services
• Serves as backup for Accounts Payable and Cash Receipts
• Aid County staff on the use of financial software applications
• Suggest and develop improvements to County Financial Policies and Procedures for review by Manager of Corporate Finance, Treasurer or Deputy Treasurer
• Conduct special projects as required by Accounting Manager or Deputy Treasurer
• Other duties as assigned

What you’ll bring

• Degree or diploma in Accounting or Business Administration
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in a similar position
• Knowledge of public sector accounting, financial reporting, auditing and financial control policy and procedures
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Ability to be flexible and responsive in a dynamic environment
• Strong analytical skills pertaining to research, data analysis and report-writing
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize to meet strict deadlines
• Ability to interact effectively and courteously with all levels of staff and contacts in a customer service focused environment; able to build cooperative, collaborative working relationships with internal and external customers and vendors
• Advanced expertise in Microsoft software including Excel, Word, Outlook, and SharePoint
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is an asset
• Previous experience working with Provincial Ministry programs is preferred
• Working knowledge of accounting, budget, and banking systems
• Knowledge of Ministry funding processes
• Suitable work from home environment including reliable high speed internet

The County of Dufferin strives to provide exceptional customer service to all its residents and visitors. To effectively do so, all positions at the County of Dufferin require a commitment to upholding the County’s equity mandate through on-going and mandatory training and examining our day-to-day operations and impacts through an equity lens. Therefore, throughout the selection process, candidates will have demonstrated their ability to be anti-racist, equitable, inclusive, and respectful.

As an organization, we recognize the value of diverse perspectives and lived experiences, and the importance of creating an environment that embraces and supports these. We are committed to creating and fostering a workplace where all employees feel a sense of dignity and belonging. As such, we seek to attract, develop, and retain highly talented employees with a variety of identities and backgrounds, to better reflect the growing diversity of our region.

We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples.
• Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin.
• Persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities.
• Persons who identify as women; and
• Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in our workplace.

Your past does not define your future. A criminal record will not necessarily disqualify you from employment with us. We evaluate each application individually.

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Those chosen for next steps in the selection process will be advised by October 2, 2026. Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of job selection and will not be used for any other reason. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Travel Required

No .

Education

Bachelor's degree or better in Accounting.

Bachelor's degree or better in Business Administration.

Diploma or better in Accounting.

Diploma or better in Business Administration.

Preferred

Experience

Required

3 years: Minimum 3 years of work experience in a similar position