Supervisor, Financial Reporting

City-of-Markha; Markham; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Markham is seeking a Supervisor, Financial Reporting to oversee accounting processes, prepare financial statements, and ensure PSAB compliance for the City and related entities.

You will guide a team of Financial Analysts, support ERP implementation, and provide strategic financial insights to senior leadership. A CPA designation, strong PSAB knowledge, and ERP experience are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Business, Commerce, Accounting, or Finance.
• Professional accounting designation (CPA/CA/CMA or equivalent) required.
• Five to seven years of progressive experience in financial reporting and analysis.
• At least three years of supervisory experience in a complex organization; municipal/public sector helpful.
• Experience with PSAB standards and IFRS is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Supervise accounting activities and oversee preparation of financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with PSAB and IFRS for GBEs and related standards.
• Lead year-end processes and coordinate with stakeholders for accurate reporting.
• Oversee tax recoveries and assist with audits and external auditors.
• Support ERP implementation, testing, and data integrity.
• Develop procedures and mentor Financial Analysts.

Skills

Financial reporting

PSAB knowledge

ERP implementations

Audits coordination

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CA/CMA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Salary Range: $109,744.00 To $143,867.00 Annually

Department and Commission: Finance, Corporate Services
Affiliation: Non-Union
Vacancy Type: New
Posting Date: August 14, 2026
Application Deadline: August 30, 2026

About the City of Markham

The City of Markham is consistently ranked among Canada’s top municipal employers. In 2026, the City received its sixth consecutive Canada’s Best Employers recognition from Forbes and Statista Inc., placing third among municipalities and 15th overall in Government Services. An award-winning municipality, Markham is recognized for its leadership in sustainability, innovative urban planning, and strong fiscal management. Serving a diverse and growing community of more than 370,000 residents, Markham combines rich heritage with a vibrant local economy and offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, impactful work that helps strengthen the community we serve.

Join us and make a lasting difference!

Job Summary

The Supervisor, Financial Reporting supervises accounting processes and oversees the preparation of financial statements, ensuring compliance with Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) standards. This role provides guidance to a team of Financial Analysts while maintaining high standards of financial reporting integrity for the City of Markham and its associated entities. The Supervisor also plays a critical leadership role in the ongoing implementation of the City’s new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution, supporting seamless financial reporting processes and data integrity.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervises accounting activities, processes and transactions, and oversees the preparation, review and accuracy of financial statements for the City of Markham and associated entities, including consolidated financial statements and Government Business Enterprises.
• Ensures compliance with current and upcoming PSAB regulations and other relevant accounting standards, including IFRS for Government Business Enterprises, and implements required changes.
• Manages year-end rollover processes and coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to support a smooth and accurate transition.
• Leads the compilation and analysis of information for indirect tax recoveries, including HST, to support savings and tax compliance.
• Oversees supporting schedules and documentation for internal and external audits and acts as a primary liaison with external auditors.
• Supports the Financial Reporting Division’s involvement in the new ERP implementation, including testing financial reporting processes, resolving issues and helping ensure system functionality and data integrity.
• Develops and implements procedures, controls and workflows that improve efficiency, accuracy and compliance within the ERP environment.
• Supervises, mentors and develops a team of Financial Analysts by providing guidance, training, feedback and workload management.
• Provides financial expertise and strategic guidance to operating departments and prepares management reports and presentations for senior leadership.
• Leads special projects and undertakes complex financial research and analysis as required.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or technical certification in Business, Commerce, Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Professional accounting designation, such as CPA, CA, CMA or accredited equivalent, is required.
• Five to seven years of progressive experience in financial reporting and analysis.
• At least three years of supervisory or leadership experience within a complex organization; municipal or public sector experience is preferred.
• Proven experience preparing and overseeing full-cycle financial statements.
• In-depth knowledge and practical application of PSAB standards and pronouncements; IFRS experience is considered an asset.
• Experience with ERP system implementations, upgrades or significant module integration, particularly related to financial reporting.
• Experience managing and coordinating external audits.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office / Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook and SharePoint.
• Experience working with ERP systems is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organization, prioritization, presentation and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated business acumen, attention to detail, customer service orientation and ability to make data-informed decisions.
• Knowledge of management principles and techniques, with the ability to lead, coach and develop staff.

Core Behaviours

• Service Excellence: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
• Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
• Teamwork & Relationship Building: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
• Communication: Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
• Accountable & Results Oriented: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.
• Management & Leadership: Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example.

Core Values

At the City of Markham, our work is guided by a shared set of core values that shape how we serve our community and support one another: Service Excellence, Accountability, People-Focused, Trust and Innovation. We are looking for candidates who bring these values to life through their actions, decisions and leadership approach.

Conditions of Employment

As a condition of employment, you will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters check.

AI Disclosure

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The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please let us know if you require accommodation and we will work with you to ensure a barrier free hiring process.

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