Senior Analyst, Finance Planning

1 month ago

Hamilton, Canada City of Hamilton Full time
Senior Financial Analyst - Commodity Taxes REPOST

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada's largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #Senior Financial Analyst - Commodity Taxes

Union: Non-UnionJob Description ID #: A14295Close date: li>Duration: 24 months
  • This temporary assignment is for 24 months due to a backfill.

OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Manager, Accounting Services, the Senior Financial Analyst - Commodity Taxes will provide taxation analysis, scenario analysis and sound strategic advice in the management and monitoring of the operations of the Accounting Services Section within the Financial Services Division. The Senior Financial Analyst - Commodity Taxes is responsible for the effective operation of the City's commodity tax administration functions and providing interpretation and application of commodity tax rules and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Responsible for providing support and oversight in the preparation of complex annual and monthly commodity tax filings.
  • Act as support to the Manager for oversight of service contract agreements, reconciliations, account analysis, expenditure and revenue analysis, financial transactions, monthly management reporting and controls on financial reporting.
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with federal and provincial tax legislative requirements; conduct tax related business process reviews and support the implementation for process improvements and tax recoveries.

GENERAL DUTIES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO)

  • Evaluates, researches and makes recommendations on provincial and federal government policies, primarily commodity tax policy.
  • Provides support for financial system implementation, upgrades and enhancements. Designs, recommends and may implement strategies to improve performance, effectiveness, efficiency and strengthen the corporation's financial position.
  • Provides technical guidance and advice to user department staff to ensure compliance with legislation, bylaws, policies, and procedures that enhance the City's accuracy in financial reporting.
  • Coordinates and supports the preparation and completion of the City's annual and monthly commodity tax filings.
  • Coordinates and supports the preparation and completion of monthly account reconciliations, as well as reasonability tests on claims.
  • Provides support for statutory reporting queries for Harmonized Sales Tax and other taxes.
  • Supports control adherence to established municipal accounting policies and practices by analysing balance sheet accounts to ensure the accounts are used for intended purposes and the balance is accurate and appropriate.
  • Provides support on audits and projects impacting the City's tax accounts.

Liaison between City staff, management and tax authorities:

  • Coordinating source documents and logistics for tax audits.
  • Reviewing and analysing data to provide auditors.
  • Reviewing audit working papers and challenging findings.
  • Participating in tax impact analysis with the consultants.
  • Handling future refund claims arising from previous engagements.
  • Reviewing complex purchase and sale agreements, funding agreements, cost recovery agreements, and project proposals from departmental managers, directors, and councillors/committees.
  • Leads project implementation teams when required.
  • Responds to issues and queries raised by Council, corporate management and the public.
  • Provides direction and training to other staff as required.
  • Assists with the implementation of new PSAB standards, analysis and other accounting services projects as required.
  • Works in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Post secondary education in a professional discipline pertinent to the job functions combined with relevant sound business administration skills combined with advanced knowledge of fiscal strategies, finance and budgets experience normally acquired through the completion of a University Degree in Business Administration, Commerce or Economics and/or a recognized professional accounting designation such as (CPA, CFA) or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and technical pronouncements.
  • Strong knowledge and experience in financial analysis and scenario analysis.
  • Highly developed analytical and financial analysis skills with a proven track record in financial modeling.
  • Working experience of municipal financial reporting.
  • Working experience of Harmonized Sales Tax and other commodity taxes.
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of statutes, regulations and by-laws affecting the department/section.
  • Current and detailed understanding of the policy environment and government operations.
  • Proven ability to contribute meaningfully to the strategic and business planning processes and direction of the organization. li>
  • Highly developed analytical, technical, organizational and problem solving skills.
  • Excellent ability to conceptualize problems, build complex computer models and recommend appropriate policy solutions / responses.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively manage projects and policy portfolios in a results oriented environment and in a predominantly unionized environment.
  • Experience implementing computer systems or integrating computer systems is considered an asset.
  • Experience coordinating and facilitating CRA audits considered an asset.
  • Excellent knowledge of computer software applications. Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, PeopleSoft, CaseWare, other equivalent financial reporting systems and software.

Disclaimer:
Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination.

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