Financial Analyst (Budget Services)

The City of Guelph is seeking a Financial Analyst to provide financial support and analysis for the Budget Services team within the Finance department. The successful candidate will assist with budget development, forecasting, and strategic alignment, as well as financial analysis, reporting, and accounting. The position requires experience in finance and accounting, analytical and organizational skills, and the ability to communicate with diverse stakeholders.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Finance/Accounting or related field
• Professional accounting designation or equivalent
• Considerable experience in a related financial planning role, preferably within the public sector
• Analytical, organizational, project management, and report writing skills
• Ability to communicate and establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders
• Advanced skills with financial reporting software (for example: JD Edwards, FMW)
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficiency with data query and analysis tools
• Ability to work independently and to prioritize to meet strict deadlines

Benefits

• Paid vacation days, increasing with years of service
• Paid personal days
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
• Defined benefit pension plan with OMERS, including 100-per-cent employer matching
• Extended health and dental benefits, including Health Care Spending Account
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Parental leave top-up program
• Learning and development opportunities including tuition assistance
• Employee recognition programs