Budgets & Planning Accountant / Financial Analyst (Full-Time)

City of Thunder Bay • Thunder Bay, ON

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At the City of Thunder Bay, Our City Runs on People Like You. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs – where your expertise in financial planning, analysis, and performance management will guide strategic investments, optimize resources, and support informed decision-making. Here, you’ll help turn financial data into actionable insights that create lasting value for our Corporation and the communities we serve. You will be part of a work environment that supports respectful interactions, meaningful opportunities to grow, and a culture that promotes well-being and collaboration. Thunder Bay offers more than a fulfilling career. With its natural beauty, affordability, and strong sense of community, it’s a city where you can grow personally and professionally.

Requirements

• Degree in business administration, commerce, or a related discipline; and a Professional accounting designation with a minimum three years’ of public sector experience in accounting with a focus on budgets; or
• Degree in business administration, commerce, or a related discipline, with a minimum eight years’ public sector experience in accounting with a focus on budgets; or
• Diploma in business administration or a related discipline together with a minimum of 10 years’ public sector experience in accounting with a focus on budgets.

Responsibilities

• Development and maintenance of relevant Corporate Financial Information Systems (CFIS) and computer aided planning processes.
• Participate in the financial overview process including providing information with regards to long range projects and forecasts as well as summary documentation.
• Provide training, expertise and technical assistance to staff in the Corporation on the CFIS and budget procedures.
• Maintain Operating and Capital Budget system including development of reports as requested.
• Ensure approved staff complement is accurate within the Budget system.
• Participate in the reviews of departmental and outside board budgets for accuracy and ensure all documents are compiled and prepared for review by the Executive Management Team and City Council.
• Assist in the preparation of corporate reports, summary budget documents and update the budget section of the CTB website.
• Participate in the review of the general corporate revenue and expenditure budgets. Review projections, conduct research, complete comparisons to the previous year, and perform scenario analysis.
• Coordinate and participate in the review of departmental variance reporting including drafting corporate reports.
• Collaborate with staff in the Corporation to identify/verify appropriate funding sources for in-year capital appropriations.
• Provide input into the technical aspects of budget policies.
• Assign and upload capital and operating information into CFIS. Ensure dollars related to grant program funding and debentures are allocated to the proper projects.
• Maintain structure and groupings of cost centers and elements in CFIS.
• Prepare reports and analysis with respect to capital processes and year end working papers.
• Liaise with the external auditors, corporate personnel, and outside boards and agencies.

Benefits

• A competitive salary that reflects your expertise
• A matching pension plan to help you build long-term financial security
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage, plus life insurance for peace of mind
• Generous paid vacation and holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave days when you need more time off
• Access to a confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and wellness initiatives to support your overall health
• Leadership development and tuition reimbursement programs, so you can continue to grow your skills and career
• A culture of recognition and appreciation, with staff events and programs that celebrate your contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree