Financial analyst
City of Brantford’s Finance department is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Financial analyst. City of Brantford’s Finance department is responsible for managing the municipality’s financial affairs. It oversees budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting to ensure fiscal responsibility and transparency. Its commitment to sound financial management strengthens Brantford’s financial stability and resilience, enabling efficient delivery of services and investments in community priorities. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Brantford
Department: Finance
Position: Financial analyst
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $42.61 – $45.33 hourly
Employment Type: Permanent/Full Time
Union Affiliation: CUPE 181 (CITY HALL) – FT
Commission: Corporate Services
Location: Brantford, Ontario, Canada
Shift: 35 hours weekly (Overtime)
Job ID: 2013
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have Successful completion of a four (4) year post-secondary degree with an emphasis in accounting, business and/or finance or equivalent
Experience: Candidates should have a minimum of four (4) years’ work experience in a related field
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have previous experience to learn and apply accounting theories and concepts and on-the-job experience to work through the annual cycle and become familiar with the functions of the municipality
- The candidates should currently be enrolled in a recognized professional accounting designation (CPA) program at an intermediate or senior level
- The candidates should possess knowledge of Microsoft Office Software, which is essential
- The candidates must be available to work overtime during peak periods and must be highly motivated and creative
- The candidates should demonstrate a high customer service orientation, excellent organization and communication skills, and the ability to work well independently and also as part of a team
- The candidates should have a consultative and collaborative approach to working with clients and cross-functional teams
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to use exceptional analytical capabilities and attention to detail to provide financial planning, budgetary, management reporting, and analytical support to client departments
- The candidates should be able to assist City departments with financial matters as their initial point of contact with the Finance Department
- The candidates should be able to provide guidance to departmental staff and management on budgetary processes and variance reporting
- The candidates should be able to assist in the ongoing implementation, training, and support of financial applications
- The candidates should be able to contribute to year-end preparation of working papers
- The candidates should be able to develop and update procedures and policies related to financial matters
- The candidates should be able to work on other department projects as assigned
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
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