When you join the City of Guelph, you join a team of over 2000 employees who deliver services the community relies on every day. Together, we are bringing to life Guelph’s vision of an inclusive, connected, and prosperous city where we look after each other and our environment. As a single tier municipality, we offer a variety of occupations and career specialities within our organization. Guided by the goals and objectives of the Future Guelph Strategic Plan and committed to the Corporate Values of integrity, service, inclusion, wellness and learning, the candidate will aid in the achievement of the Community Vision for an inclusive, connected, prosperous city.

What we offer

We offer competitive wages and comprehensive benefits to meet the needs of our diverse employees. Many of our positions offer

Paid vacation days, increasing with years of service
Paid personal days;
Hybrid and flexible work arrangements;
Defined benefit pension plan with OMERS, including 100-per-cent employer matching;
Extended health and dental benefits, including Health Care Spending Account;
Employee and Family Assistance Program;
Parental leave top up program;
Learning and development opportunities including tuition assistance
Employee recognition programs.

Resumes are being accepted for the position of Financial Analyst within the Financial Strategy and Reporting Division of the Finance Team. Reporting to the Supervisor, Corporate Reporting, the successful candidate will complete the overall daily functions for Tangible Capital Asset accounting and reporting which includes the design, review and implementation of effective control related policies and procedures for tangible capital assets.

Key duties and responsibilities

Perform monthly analysis of capital projections, capitalization accounting entries, including work in progress reallocations.
Be responsible for capital asset class determination in accordance with established policy and guidelines.
Process monthly depreciation in JDEdwards, including depreciation analysis.
Complete capital system integrity reconciliations.
Complete tangible capital asset account analysis.
Assist Senior Corporate Analyst with capital reporting for Ministry Financial Information Return (FIR) and financial statements.
Collaborate with the Corporate Asset Management team to manage consistency of tangible capital asset and inventory classification.
Calculate ITC amounts for capital assets.
Prepare month end closing and year end procedures for capital assets.
Prepare support for capital assets for external auditors.
Assist in the design and implementation of effective control related policies and procedures for capital assets as needed.
Provide research and drafting of financial accounting policies and procedures for capital assets.
Perform capital asset accounting-related support and system training for City Staff as required
Lead or assist in special projects as required.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications And Requirements

Experience related to the duties listed above, normally acquired through post-secondary education in Finance/Accounting or related field, and/or a professional accounting designation or equivalent, and considerable experience in a related financial planning role, preferably within the public sector. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to demonstrate knowledge of all accounting functions from basic journal entries to year end closing activity.
Excellent mathematical skills, aptitude for figures, thoroughness and attention to detail and accuracy are critical to this position.
Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders.
Excellent communication skills (both oral and written) with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff and stakeholders.
Advanced skills with financial reporting software (for example JD Edwards, FMW).
Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience with capital assets accounting is an asset.
Ability to work independently and to prioritize in order to meet strict deadlines.

Hours of work

35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, between the hours of 830 a.m and 430 p.m. Flexibility would be required to attend evening meetings and to meet departmental needs in peak periods. This position is eligible for hybrid and flexible work arrangement options (as per current corporate policy).

Pay/Salary

Non-Union Grade 5 $81,486.60- $101,858.25

How to apply

Qualified applicants are invited to apply using our online application system by September 25, 2024. Please note all applicants must complete the online questionnaire specific to this position at the time they submit their resume and cover letter in order to be considered.

The City of Guelph is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where employees feel welcome, valued and engaged. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All employment practices are solely based on individual merit, qualifications, and organization's needs at the time. In keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals in our job application procedures. If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process, you may contact us to make your needs known in advance.

Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment. We thank all candidates in advance; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

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