Financial Analyst, Financial Policy

Financial Analyst, Financial Policy & Development Finance

Corporate Services - Corporate Finance 

Status: (1) Regular Full - Time position

Salary Range: $79, $99,972 per annum plus comprehensive benefits

Hiring Range: $79, $89,974.80 per annum plus comprehensive benefits

Work Mode: Hybrid *see below for more details about this work mode. 

Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

Who we are: Corporate Finance is a division of Finance, committed to maximizing the value of financial planning with a fixed control on long term financial strategic viewpoints and execution for the Region of Peel.

There are six service groups within Corporate Finance: Financial Policy and Development Finance, Accounting Services, Loss Management and Insurance Services, Financial Systems Development Support, Peel Housing Corporation Finance and Treasury Services. 

What you will do in this role:  

Reporting to the Supervisor, Financial Policy and Development Finance, you will provide detailed financial analytical and reporting support to the Region's development charges (DCs) program.

This role will support in the collection of DCs and fees, while liaising with local area municipalities and providing client services to the development community. This position will assist in preparing ad-hoc and scheduled DC reports to assist in management decision-making, as well as periodic accounting duties including journal entries, reconciliations, and data consolidation.

• Collect DCs and fees including those channeled through local area municipalities 
• Review development applications and agreements for financial impact on the Region including providing support to the policy development of growth management policies 
• Assist in the preparation of deliverables for updating the DC By-law and DC background study
• Assist in the annual budget review by conducting variance analysis against the DC Background Study and review reports with development charges funding implications
• Regularly complete reporting and accounting duties including journal entries, reconciliations, and data consolidation
• Respond to inquiries and requests for compliance letters 
• Participate in the review and upgrades of existing processes and system functionalities
• Provide analytical and reporting support to SFAs and supervisor, participate in special projects and other duties as assigned
• Assist in conducting research on matters and events that may have implications on the Region's DC program
• Manage detailed historical DC Payment data including interest payments and deferral agreements 

What the role requires: 

• A university degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related discipline
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in a financial environment
• Proven sound understanding and experience with financial forecasting models and with cleaning and analyzing data

Skills/Abilities: 

• Excellent analytical, research, decision making and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain strong, productive working relationships with Regional management and staff, as well with other municipalities and external agencies
• Ability to make presentations to diverse audiences
• Proven superior computer skills particularly in developing and updating financial models using Excel and sound knowledge of multiple computer applications and business intelligence tools including PeopleSoft, Salesforce, Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

Nice to have:  

• A professional financial or accounting designation (e.g. CFA, CPA, ACCA), MBA or a master's degree in finance or economics
• Knowledge of the Development Charges Act, 1997
• Experience working in a municipal environment
• Experience working with development charges 

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Perks That Make Work Fun (and Your Life Easier)

At Peel Region, we believe in taking care of you. Here's what you'll enjoy when you join our team:

• Top-Notch Benefits: Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plan (yes, even psychological health coverage) — starting on your very first day
• OMERS Pension Plan: Automatic enrolment to help secure your future with peace of mind.
• Vacation Time That Grows: Start with 3 weeks of vacation per year— because work-life balance is important
• Personal Days Just for You: Enjoy 3 paid personal days and floating holidays to recharge whenever you need.
• Wellness First: Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle and prioritize your health and well-being.
• Performance Pays Off: Annual performance reviews with merit increases — your hard work is recognized and rewarded
• Supportive, Respectful Culture: Work in an environment where leadership truly cares and inclusivity is celebrated.
• Learning & Growth: Access to tuition reimbursement and tons of development resources to keep you growing — whether in your career or on a personal level.

We've got you covered — because we know happy, healthy people do their best work

In this role, you'll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected, with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.

It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.Peel Region offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved. 

Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology

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If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line. 

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon.  Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We're working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible.  A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we've been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support. 

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it's impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg- 

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant's responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.