Financial Analyst, School District Support & Training

Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB); Ottawa; On-site; CAD 79,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) is seeking a Financial Analyst (School Support) to join the Financial Services team at the Administration Building in Nepean. This 1.0 term assignment runs to May 3, 2027 and offers a 35-hour work week.

The role reports to the Team Manager - Financial Services and focuses on school level accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting to the District and the Ministry of Education. It also includes providing training and analyses to support budgets.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma in Accounting or Business Administration with four years in accounting.
• Knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, reconciliations, variance analysis, and internal controls.
• Experience designing and delivering financial training and user manuals.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian tax regulations (HST) and Ministry of Education procedures.
• Interpersonal/communication skills to provide and clarify information with stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a team and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, SQL and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Report financial information to the District and the Ministry of Education.
• Provide training and support to principals and school office staff for school level accounting.
• Provide various analyses of financial information; coordinate the year-end process and general accounting.
• Ensure efficient day-to-day operation of the school support area.

Skills

GAAP

Budgeting

Variance analysis

Internal controls

Financial training

Tax regulations

Communication skills

Stakeholder relations

Time management

Data analysis

Team player

Google Workspace

SQL

ERP systems

Education

Post-secondary diploma in Accounting or Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

SQL

Job description

The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) is seeking a Financial Analyst (School Support) to join the Financial Services team at the Administration Building in Nepean. This 1.0 term assignment runs to May 3, 2027 and offers a 35-hour work week.

The role reports to the Team Manager - Financial Services and focuses on school level accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting to the District and the Ministry of Education. It also includes providing training and analyses to support budgets.