Senior Finance Business Systems Analyst

City of Pickering; Pickering; Hybride; CAD 114 132 - 126 526; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Comprehensive benefits package

OMERS pension plan

Hybrid remote work schedule

Résumé du poste

A municipal government in Ontario is seeking a dedicated Senior Finance Business Systems Analyst to support and optimize their ERP system, SAP. The role includes user training, compliance audits, and managing financial master data. Candidates should have five years of financial analysis experience and be proficient in SAP FICO. This position offers a hybrid work schedule and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Five years' financial analysis experience in a mid to large sized organization.
• Hands on experience using SAP FICO and SCM modules.
• Experience with computerized financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of financial transactions, data and workflows.

Responsabilités

• Supports user training for financial modules within the ERP system.
• Manages financial master data and reviews system developments.
• Provides support for new initiatives related to the Point-of-Sale System.
• Conducts compliance audits on financial transactions.
• Optimizes initiatives related to the financial system.

Connaissances

Financial analysis

SAP FICO

Problem solving

Communication skills

Customer service

Formation

University Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or related discipline

Completion of professional designation (CPA, CA, CGA or CMA)

Outils

SAP S4/HANA

POS systems

Description du poste

Overview

Shift/Hours: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

Salary Range: $114,132.20 to $126,526.40 annually

Work Location: City Hall, One the Esplanade South, Pickering, ON (Hybrid Remote)

Date Posted: Monday, January 12, 2026

Deadline to Apply: Monday, January 26, 2026 by 12:00 noon

Job Summary

The City of Pickering is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join our team in the role of Senior Finance Business Systems Analyst. The incumbent is responsible for supporting and optimizing the City’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, SAP, to ensure accurate, efficient, and reliable financial processing and reporting. The role provides functional support and user training for SAP Financial Accounting (FI) modules, including General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable, and supports Controlling (CO) functionality for internal management accounting, including cost centres, profit centres, and funds management. The incumbent also provides functional support for Supply Chain Management (SCM) processes and related financial system integrations, including point-of-sale and online payment systems (CORE/iPayments). The incumbent will participate in financial systems testing and upgrades. Assisting with preparation of SAP end-user training programs, preparing standard procedure documentation and supporting new user on-boarding.

Primary Responsibilities

• Supports and provides user training for the City’s financial modules within the ERP system; including the General Ledger, A/P, A/R, Project Systems, and Supply Chain Management (SCM). Provides additional support for the Budgeting System and Budget Control.
• Supports further development of the ERP system, assists managing financial master data and reviews system developments through testing, and troubleshooting user issues.
• Provides support for new initiatives related to the Point-of-Sale (POS) System CORE and website payment systems.
• Performs compliance audits on financial transactions and data to ensure compliance with the City’s policies and procedures. Provides reports to the Director as required.
• Optimizes initiatives and efficiencies related to the financial system (SAP). Supports improvements in system performance, assist departments with budget control and improved financial reporting capabilities.
• Assists in identifying opportunities for improvements to existing procedures and systems.

Additional secondary responsibilities may apply and will be outlined in the Job Description, which will be provided to candidates selected for an interview.

Education and Experience

• University Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or related discipline and completion of a professional designation (CPA, CA, CGA or CMA).
• Five years' financial analysis experience in a mid to large sized organization with experience in computerized financial reporting, leadership and variance analyses, preferably in a municipal environment.
• Hands on experience using SAP FICO and SCM modules. SAP implementation experience in a finance role being an asset.
• Proficient in SAP S4/HANA General Ledger (G/L), with a strong understanding of financial transactions, data and workflows.
• Experience with a POS system would be an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated proficiency in using, supporting and troubleshooting an ERP system (SAP)
• Demonstrable knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices and general municipal accounting.
• Strong problem solving, analytical, organization, presentation and customer service skills.
• Strong communication skills both verbally and in writing (in the English language), as well as effective planning and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently on assigned duties with minimum supervision and work effectively as a member of a team when required.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective business relationships with all levels of employees and elected officials.
• Strong initiative and ability to work with multiple priorities in an active environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of personal computers and Windows based computer applications with an emphasis on computerized financial systems and software applications, including Excel spreadsheet software.
• Must be prepared to undergo a Criminal Reference Check as a condition of employment.

Compensation also includes the ability to work a hybrid remote schedule, a comprehensive benefits package, and an OMERS pension plan.

Qualified candidates may complete an online application form where you will be required to upload your resume and cover letter (PDFs only). We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and is used for the purpose of candidate selection.

The City of Pickering is committed to inclusive and barrier-free employment practices, and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accessible formats and supports can be requested. For assistance, please contact the Human Resources Department at 905.420.4627 or [e-mail].