Financial Policy Research

The Organization

Headquartered in Toronto, the
Building Ontario Fund (BOF)
is a new independent, board-governed agency that will facilitate investment by trusted institutional investors in critically needed large-scale infrastructure projects within the province.

The agency's mandate is to invest in, and seek to attract investment from, qualified institutional investors, public sector entities, governments, and Indigenous communities in Ontario infrastructure projects that will generate revenue and are in the public's interest. BOF will do this by:

• Investing in infrastructure and appropriately allocating risks amongst the Corporation and other investors
• Structuring proposals and negotiating agreements with investors in infrastructure projects
• Receiving and assessing unsolicited ideas and proposals for infrastructure
• Providing advisory services with respect to financing infrastructure projects

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Accounting & Reporting, BOF is seeking a permanent full-time
Financial Policy Research & Reporting Analyst (Senior Financial Analyst)
to fill an existing vacancy and take on the following responsibilities:

• Perform complex accounting research to ensure accounting transactions are recorded in accordance with Canadian accounting principles.
• Conduct research on the latest policy developments and prepares position papers related to future accounting changes as relevant to Building Ontario Fund (BOF).
• Support preparation of external audited financial statements and quarterly internal management reports, including consolidations, notes and backup reports, for investment funds and other programs.
• Support operationalizing proper accounting treatments and reporting onto financial accounting and reporting system and structure.
• Develop financial policies, procedures, and business processes related to accounting, budgeting, travel, etc. that ensure agency compliance.
• Provide financial policy advice, guidance, and interpretation.
• Support and helps drive the annual budget process, quarterly forecasting, and ongoing financial reporting.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of effective information and reporting systems/processes to ensure the accuracy, integrity and reliability of financial information.
• Recommend and implement process optimization initiatives to improve the timeliness and accuracy of financial reports.
• Work across BOF to provide service and support financial management activities and ensure financial information is reported completely and accurately.
• Assist with the preparation of regulatory reports, as needed.
• Participate in and provide support for all audit activities (external, internal, Ministry, CRA, etc.)
• Participate in or lead projects as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Degree in Business, Accounting or a related field, or the equivalent experience

• Professional accounting designation (e.g. Charted Professional Accountant (CPA)) attained

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in accounting, financial reporting and policy research.

• Experience in financial services/investment space
  preferred, but not required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong knowledge of government financial and accounting principles (e.g., Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) principles), policies and processes as well as financial reporting processes and agency accountability.
• Knowledge of investment funds and reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of in financial systems such as QuickBooks or other enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
  preferred, but not required.
• Sound analytical skills to synthesize complex financial models and formulas into understandable reports and summaries.
• Sound interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to document research and policy papers, liaise with all levels of staff; prepare reports and presentations.
• Ability to exercise strong attention to detail, as well as strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail and the ability to work independently while meeting deadlines.

Application

• To apply, please apply via Linkedin by
  Wednesday, December 10, 2025
  . We thank you for your interest in the Building Ontario Fund. Applicant selection is based on, but not limited to technical competence, in-depth experience in relevant sectors and educational background. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process.
• At Building Ontario Fund, we are committed to diversity, transparency, and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills and abilities selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people regardless of nationality, religion, gender or gender expression, race or ethnicity, disability, or sexual identity or orientation.