Budget Analyst

Requisition number

SCHII00086

Job Category

Support Staff

Posting Start Date

Oct 21, 2025

Posting End Date

Nov 4, 2025

Work mode

Hybrid

Location

TDSB Head Office

Geographic Location

Toronto

Panel Type

Not Applicable

Position Type

Permanent

Working at the TDSB

Our staff members are the backbone of our system. Becoming a part of the TDSB team means joining a talented community of educators and support staff dedicated to enriching the lives of all students and helping them to achieve success.

The TDSB is one of the largest and most culturally diverse school boards in Canada, with approximately 246,000 students in 584 schools and approximately 40,000 employees. We offer a dynamic, challenging work environment and unmatched career opportunities for our staff.

Please review the information provided and explore the exciting career possibilities the TDSB has to offer as we continue to establish ourselves as the leading school board of the new millennium.

The Toronto District School Board adheres to equitable hiring and employment practices. We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.

Job Description

No.: SCH II NE

POSTED: October 21, 2025

DEADLINE: 4:30 p.m. November 4, 2025

Budget Analyst

1 – Permanent Position

Budget, Revenue & Financial Reporting

Schedule II, Level 7

(Non-Union, 12 Month)

$98,343 - $117,999

The Toronto District School Board adheres to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices.

Overall Purpose

Reporting to the Manager, Budget, Revenue and Financial Reporting, the Budget Analyst will:

• Assist in the development and monitoring of the annual budget of the TDSB;
• Work closely with Executive Officers and Budget holders, ensure the budget reflects the operational plans for the year;
• Monitor the budgets throughout the year, assessing variances;
• Contribute to the development of the annual and multi-year budgets of the TDSB;
• Assist in ensuring the integrity of the departmental budgeting and expenditures processes through the conduct of investigative activities as required; and
• Participate when necessary with other issues within the scope of the Department.Assist in the development and monitoring of the annual budget of the TDSB;

Summary of Duties

• Work with departments to assist in the development of the annual budget of departments and special initiatives within the board;
• Provide analysis of expenditure (discretionary & non-discretionary) and revenue (grant, property tax and other) items;
• Monitor budgets for variances, surpluses/deficits and potential issues;
• Assist in the preparation of annual or multi-period expenditure and revenue forecasts that support operational plans of the board;
• Assist in the preparation and analysis of interim progress (e.g. quarterly) reports to Trustees on the status of the budget;
• Provide periodic budget reports and presentations to departments budget holders and senior management;
• Provide ongoing guidance and assistance to budget holders to understand their budget reports and the board's budgeting process;
• Prepare journal entries and budget transfers/postings;
• Reconcile GL accounts, cost-centres and prepare working papers;
• Investigate financial transactions to ensure account and cost centre postings are as expected;
• Recommend and make corrections where necessary and work with the Accounting, Employee Services or other departments to strengthen business processes and practices;
• Provide assistance and support to departments on how to access financial information from the board's financial information system;
• Assist in the development of budget and financial reports for the board, Trustees and stakeholders;
• Assist in the preparation of budget and financial submissions to the Ministry of Education;
• Prepare reports, data or schedules on the use of grants;
• Participate on special projects of a financial or budget issue that may require numerical and budget analysis; research; data collection; investigation; report preparation and the identification of options/recommendations;
• Assist in preparing analysis on financial related issues affecting the board;
• Provide leadership in fostering equity and inclusiveness in the development and implementation of programs and services; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• University degree in related field (e.g. Commerce, Finance or Business Administration), with three years of progressively responsible related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Extensive experience of budgeting practices and processes;
• Experience in data analysis and assessing expenditure variances;
• Experience in recognizing and investigating anomalies in financial records;
• Understanding of budget development issues and how school boards operate both centrally and at the school level;
• Proficient computer skills including databases, spreadsheets, financial management systems, employee information systems;
• Ability to provide excellent customer service;
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communications skills including report writing and presentation skills;
• Good time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize;
• Knowledge and understanding of related TDSB policies, procedures, Ministry Funding Regulations;
• Demonstrated ability to handle matters requiring diplomacy, sensitivity and confidentiality;
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in a variety of situations including advising on expenditures, budget planning and data interpretation; and
• Proven ability in promoting equitable practices which value inclusiveness and diversity.

Additional Information
Assets:

• Professional designations (CPA) is preferred;
• Strong knowledge of SAP;
• Strong accounting skills with experience in future employee benefit and capital accounting.

Work Year: 12 month
Location: 5050 Yonge Street (Wheelchair Accessible)

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