Analyst, Transit

City of Brampton•Union, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position prepares, administers and provides in-depth analysis of Brampton Transit’s Current and Capital Budgets and all related reporting. General responsibilities will be to provide day-to-day accounting activities and related financial claims reporting to meet Municipal, Provincial & Federal reporting requirements. This position also provides timely financial and analytical expertise to all Transit sections to ensure accurate processing & reporting of financial and Transit statistical information.

Requirements

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business-related field with specialization in Finance and/or Accounting, or an equivalent combination of education, training and related work experience.
Minimum two years experience in a finance/budgeting environment;
Knowledge of municipal finance and budget process;
Computer skills, especially MS Office and extensive knowledge of spreadsheet applications and PeopleSoft Financials;
Good interpersonal and customer service skills;
Excellent public relations and communication skills;
Able to work independently and as part of a team;
Good performance and work record.

Nice To Haves

Professional accounting designation or enrollment in same would be an asset;
Knowledge of Brampton Transit is an asset;

Responsibilities

Coordinate and assist in the gathering of information for the annual Current and Capital Budget submission by providing summarized information and meeting with Managers/Supervisors in the Department.
Provide financial analysis and impact studies for labour negotiations.
Prepare monthly financial analysis and forecasting on current or capital budgets, as requested by staff.
Prepare quarterly capital project status updates and operating forecasts for Corporate Finance.
Participate and assist in project level financial tracking for all Transit approved projects including reporting requirement for Provincial and Federal funded projects.
Work with Project Managers to facilitate the preparation, evaluation, recommendation and administration of Capital Budget requests and all related reporting.
Prepare financial analysis and forecasting on ad hoc projects as requested by internal and external staff.
Monitor/Reconcile Transit revenue and balance sheet accounts.
Provide support to transit sections on procurement/purchasing, accounting and financial matters.
Prepare financial reporting that highlights performance, trends and cost savings for review by Transit Management.
Compile data for surveys from external agencies such as CUTA , APTA, OPTA and Stats Canada.
Work with internal and external auditors during interim and year-end financial audits and various government audits.
Ensure adherence to Corporate Policies and Procedures, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) guidelines, ATU Collective Agreements, as well as Federal and Provincial Legislation in all financial matters.
Provide excellent customer service to the internal and external stakeholders.
Perform other similar and related duties as assigned.