Temporary Senior Financial Analyst (Accounting)

The Corporation of the Town of Ajax; Canada; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporation of the Town of Ajax is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst (Accounting) to support accounting and financial reporting. You will analyze balance sheet accounts, manage complex reconciliations, assist year-end processes, monitor cash flow, and help improve accounting efficiency.

You will provide guidance to Accounting and Payroll staff, back up key financial functions, and work within a dynamic municipal finance team under the supervision of the Supervisor of Accounting.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business Administration or similar field or equivalent.
• CPA (CA, CMA, CGA) designation.
• Minimum six (6) years’ accounting/financial analysis experience in progressively senior roles.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Advanced skills in Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams.
• Excellent research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High accuracy and attention to detail for analysis.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Criminal Record Check required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides functional advice, financial analysis and direction to staff in other departments to ensure compliance with financial/accounting requirements.
• Supports and directs staff on Accounts Payable processes and issue resolution.
• Performs monthly accounting duties and oversees monthly financial reporting.
• Maintains controls related to the Town’s bank accounts, AP, reconciliations and petty cash.
• Prepares complex account reconciliations and reviews balance sheet reconciliations.
• Approves vendor changes for accuracy and coding.

Skills

Excel

Office suite

Analytical

Communication

Independence

Criminal record check

Education

University degree in Business Administration or equivalent

CPA designation (CA, CMA, CGA)

Job description

Department

Finance

Job Type

Temporary

Number of Positions

1

Affiliation

Non-Union

Compensation Range

$99,903.00 - $124,878.00

Job Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor of Accounting, the Senior Financial Analyst (Accounting) plays a key role in supporting the Town’s accounting and financial reporting functions. The position provides in-depth analysis of balance sheet accounts, oversees complex reconciliations and journal entries, supports year-end and audit requirements, monitors cash flow, and identifies opportunities to enhance accounting processes and efficiencies. The role also provides guidance to Accounting and Payroll staff and back-up support for key financial functions.

Job Duties

• Provides functional advice, financial analysis and direction to staff in other dep
• artments to ensure compliance of financial/accounting requirements.
• Supports and directs staff on all aspects of Accounts Payable including troubleshooting of issues.
• Performs monthly accounting duties, oversees monthly financial reporting process.
• Maintains internal controls related to the Town’s bank account, accounts payable, bank reconciliations and petty cash.
• Prepares complex account reconciliations and reviews and approves balance sheet account reconciliations prepared by other accounting staff.
• Approves vendor changes for accuracy, authorization and coding.
• Prepares weekly cash flow projection.
• Supports Financial Data Specialist in the review and approval of monthly HST returns.
• Assists Supervisor of Accounting in monitoring annual work plans.
• Development and implementation of an Input Tax Credit (ITC) framework for operating expenses, as well as the application of ITCs to eligible capital projects.
• Works collaboratively with internal staff to monitor Town grants, ensure funding compliance, track eligible expenditures, and support reporting and reimbursement requirements.
• Reviews, approves, processes, and posts employee expense reimbursements through Workday
• Maintains and monitors monthly Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) records.
• Prepares quarterly reconciliations and receivable vouchers for reimbursements from the Region of Durham.
• Coordinates and prepares the FIR, including the collection, validation, reconciliation and submission of financial data to ensure compliance with legislative and reporting requirements.

Qualifications/Skills

• University degree in Business Administration or similar field of study or a combination of training, education and experience deemed equivalent.
• Holds the CPA (CA, CMA, CGA) professional accounting designation.
• Minimum six (6) years’ experience in accounting, financial analysis, budgets, etc. in progressively senior level positions
• Expert knowledge and technical skills working with Microsoft Excel
• Advanced skills in other Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
• Excellent research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail required for analysis.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment, with multiple projects/tasks concurrently, with priorities often shifting.
• Advanced communication skills both written and verbal.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Upon hire, ability to provide a Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to the Town of Ajax.

Nice to Have

• Completion of municipal specific multi module courses such as Municipal Finance & Accounting, Municipal Administration Program.

What is Offered to Staff

• Compensation : We offer competitive pay that reflects the responsibilities of the position.
• Contract Duration : This temporary full-time/part-time position is for approximately 13 months in duration.
• Hours of Work : This is a non-union position that works a 35 hour work week. The hours of work are Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Town Perks : The Town offers temporary full-time staff a comprehensive benefit package with paid sick and vacation days; Health & Dental benefits coverage; Employee & Family Assistance Program; Health & Wellness Program; Town of Ajax Fitness Centre Combo membership; plus a defined benefits pension plan (OMERS pension - https://www.omers.com/).
• Hybrid Work Program : The Town offers a Hybrid Work Program. A flexible work arrangement, including the option to work from home some of the time, is currently a possibility with this position, and can be discussed during the interview process.

Vacancy Statement

All job postings issued by the Town of Ajax are intended to fill existing vacant positions unless otherwise stated.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Town of Ajax is committed to employment equity and building a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, especially those who have been historically excluded, including Black and Indigenous people, racialized communities, disabled persons, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and others facing systemic inequities. If selected for an interview, you will be provided with an opportunity to indicate your access needs. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and respectful hiring process.

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