Senior Financial Analyst

City of Niagara Falls; Greater London; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Niagara Falls is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support budgeting, financial reporting, internal audit reviews and capital asset planning. Under the Supervisor of Financial Reporting and Analysis, you will produce analyses, forecasts and detailed variance reports to inform strategic decisions.

The role requires a university degree in accounting or finance, a CPA designation, and at least three years of relevant experience, including capital asset planning.

Qualifications

• University degree in accounting or finance.
• CPA designation required.
• Municipal accounting or finance program is an asset.
• At least three years’ experience in accounting, budgeting and capital asset planning.
• Experience with Public Sector Accounting and/or not-for-profit accounting standards is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Investigating, analyzing and providing technical reports outlining improvements as needed, on the strength of internal controls that the Corporation relies upon for the accurate recording of transactions.
• Providing detailed analysis and reporting of quarterly and annual operating results including variance analysis.
• Developing and maintaining systems for forecasting revenues and expenses in the annual operating and capital budget projects.
• Performing operational reviews for operating units as required. Reviews will include research, evaluation of performance and recommendations for improvements to the efficiency and effectiveness of the operating unit.
• Assisting with the development, implementation and maintenance of the City’s asset management plan.
• Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education

University Degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation

Municipal accounting/finance program asset

Job description

Closing Date (closes at 11:59 pm on date noted below):

November 15, 2026

Job Type:

Contract (Fixed Term)

Department:

Reporting and Analysis

Salary:

$85,492.00 - $106,866.00

Hours per week:

35

Openings:

1

Vacancy Status:

Contract (Fixed-Term) until April 30, 2028.

This position is being offered on a contract basis, with the potential to transition to permanent status in 2027, subject to Council approval and the City’s budgetary requirements. While this possibility exists, permanent employment is not guaranteed. Any change in employment status will be communicated to the successful candidate as appropriate.

Note about Salary Range:

2027 salary ranges are under review.

Position Description:

The following job description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the position identified, and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in such classification

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Supervisor of Financial Reporting and Analysis, the Senior Financial Analyst is accountable to provide financial support for budgeting, financial reporting, internal audit reviews and capital asset planning and reporting.

Responsible For:

• Investigating, analyzing and providing technical reports outlining improvements as needed, on the strength of internal controls that the Corporation relies upon for the accurate recording of transactions.
• Providing detailed analysis and reporting of quarterly and annual operating results including variance analysis.
• Developing and maintaining systems for forecasting revenues and expenses in the annual operating and capital budget projects.
• Performing operational reviews for operating units as required. Reviews will include research, evaluation of performance and recommendations for improvements to the efficiency and effectiveness of the operating unit.
• Assisting with the development, implementation and maintenance of the City’s asset management plan.
• Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Minimum is a University Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Professional accounting designation (CPA).
• Completion of a municipal accounting or finance program would be an asset.
• At least three (3) years’ experience in accounting, budgeting and capital asset planning.
• Experience with Public Sector Accounting and/or not-for-profit accounting standards is an asset.

The City of Niagara Falls is dedicated to creating an accessible and inclusive organization and fostering a workplace culture which reflects the diverse nature of the residents we serve. In accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the City will accommodate the individual needs of candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please feel free to contact us at [e-mail] or 905-356-7521 ext 4317.

Personal information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act and will only be used to determine suitability for this position. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those advancing through the selection process will be contacted.