ABOUT US
Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.
WHAT WE OFFER
Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.
- Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
- Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
- Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
- Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Program Manager, Financial Services and Business Planning, provides financial and statistical analysis, advice and recommendations with respect to regional, provincial and federal budgets, business plans, and expenditure forecasts; conducts performance measurement activities, analyzes and reports variances, and recommends appropriate actions; departmental lead for the development and preparation of the Department’s operating and capital budgets for both tax levy supported programs and for provincial and federal subsidized programs including analysis, recommendations and consultative support for assigned program areas; leads and coordinates financial and statistical reporting requirements to the provincial and federal governments.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Provides consultative support to client divisions on the budgetary process, business case development, and forecasting models to meet corporate targets in accordance with Regional budget guidelines.
- Develops program specific budgeting and forecasting models for assigned client programs utilizing spreadsheet or database software (MS Excel and/or MS Access).
- Prepares divisional/program specific management reports to identify efficiencies and areas of concern while developing long range strategy in conducting monthly/quarterly financial review of programs.
- Develops and prepares Regional operating and capital budgets and forecasts for all programs within client divisions in accordance with Regional standards and Council guidelines.
- Prepares annual provincial and federal budget submissions in accordance with changing Provincial and Federal standards and guidelines, detailing subsidy dollars requested and service level targets (provincial data elements) for each program.
- Prepares analysis and rationale to support the development of the annual budgets and one time funding requests.
- Coordinates financial reporting requirements and assists with the development of new financial management reports, statistics and forecasts to provide the necessary information and tools to the operational management team and to provide efficiencies in carrying out reviews and external reporting requirements.
- Prepares reports and analysis including analysis of actual performance compared to budgets and interim financial forecasts based on analysis.
- Team lead to portfolio/branch group and subject matter expert on program.
- Participates on committees, work groups and special projects; contributor to the Financial Administrators Strategy Team.
- Responds to enquiries from Provincial and Federal governments regarding budget submissions and quarterly reports, claims and related issues.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Successful completion of an University degree or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Completion of a professional accounting designation program and be registered with the CPA Ontario Association.
- Minimum five (5) years financial experience, including three years at a senior level, in a multi-divisional organization with responsibility for budget development and support to client departments, accounting, forecasting, financial analysis, financial performance indicators, and management reporting.
- Knowledge of accounting and economic principles and practices including strategic and financial planning.
- Knowledge of municipal funding sources, such as Provincial subsidy, and Provincial/Municipal statutes and regulations.
- Ability to demonstrate the Region’s core competencies.
- Computer literacy in a Windows environment utilizing MS Office applications including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications; familiarity with ERP-based financial and budgeting systems such as PeopleSoft and SMS.
