Senior Financial Analyst-operating

JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 9458
Number of Vacancies: 2
Department: Financial Planning & Analysis-Operating BPS Operating - Vehicle Maintenance
Salary Information: $101,719.80 - $127,218.00
Pay Scale Group: 10SA
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: 35, Off Days: Saturday & Sunday Shift: Day
Posted On: May 27, 2024
Last Day to Apply: June 9, 2024
Reports to: Manager Business Partner Support - Operating

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is North America's third largest transit system and has been recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA. Guided by a forward-thinking strategic plan, the TTC's vision is to be a transit system that makes Toronto proud. The TTC's recruitment efforts are directly aligned to its mission of providing "a reliable, efficient, and integrated bus, streetcar and subway system that draws its high standards of customer care from our rich traditions of safety, service and courtesy."

Career Opportunity

TTC is transforming its Finance function from a traditional controllership role to one in which Finance is a strategic business partner that provides value added, best and leading financial planning, management and reporting services across the organization.

Come join the Finance team at this exciting time- we have 2 Senior Financial Analyst opportunities available.

What You Will Do

As the Senior Financial Analyst -Operating, you will act as an advisor and business partner and will be responsible for providing financial planning, budgeting, financial management and control services directly to an assigned Business Partner. (i.e. Departments/Groups).

You will provide support in building financial strategies to support multi-year business and financial plans and lead the development, coordination, analyses and recommendation of your assigned Business Partner's annual Operating Budget that will enable the delivery of TTC service and business priorities, future year Outlooks, service levels and performance metrics related to their delivery of TTC and Wheel-Trans.

In addition, you will monitor, report and analyze your assigned Business Partners' financial performance and provide oversight to ensure they comply with corporate controls to fulfil the TTC's fiscal management and accountability responsibilities and financial stewardship obligations.

As the Senior Financial Analyst you will provide strategic and sound financial analysis and advice to your client to ensure informed decision-making on Business Partner-specific policies, priorities and issues by management, the Board and the City throughout the year.

The successful candidate will be required to participate in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Post-secondary degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related discipline, along with extensive related experience; or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent
• A professional accounting designation, project cost management designation, graduate degree or other designation in a related discipline would be an asset.
• Extensive experience providing financial planning, management and analysis support services to clients of significant size, scale, complexity and/or diversity of business operations
• Extensive experience in the preparation of financial plans, budgetary reporting and financial analysis for a managerial audience
• Extensive knowledge of and working experience with cost control principles, methods, practices, performance measures, and financial research methods and techniques
• Extensive experience in the reviewing and financial administration of high volumes of and/or complex contractual agreements, and supporting oversight of the performance of contractual obligations
• Knowledge of and experience with Public Sector Accounting Standards would be considered an asset
• Demonstrated work experience with SAP would be an asset
• Expert knowledge in MS Word, PowerPoint and Microsoft Excel (including Macros, Pivot Tables, Lookup functions and Data Analysis functions) and other computerized applications related to financial planning, budgeting, accounting, costing and cost control
• Strong strategic, lateral thinking, planning, analytical, and problem solving skills with the capacity to effectively plan, develop, implement and evaluate complex administrative and operating systems
• Proven excellent written and verbal communication skills, including writing reports and delivering presentations with complex technical information to senior leadership teams
• Ability to manage competing priorities and demands in a rapidly changing environment.
• Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders including disability accommodation and accessibility requirements pertaining to passengers and employees
• Promoting a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. Providing leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs and/or services for employees and customers in accordance with TTC's commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC's policies
  

What Skills Do You Bring? Use office technology, software and applicationsApply analytical skillsDemonstrate appropriate and effective interpersonal communications through various mediaUnderstand and apply administrative policies, processes, and proceduresPerform relevant mathematical calculations and statistical analysesPlan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goalsDemonstrate knowledge of the industry and / or sectorWhat we Offer?

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
• One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues' well-being.

Commitment to EDI

The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization, and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

The TTC's policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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