Senior Financial Analyst, Development Capital

Halton Region•Halton, ON

7d•CA$97,061 - CA$121,326•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing financial support in developing and implementing long-range financial plans, working with various stakeholders on leading and compiling required analyses. Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process. At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment and strong long-term financial position and AAA credit rating. As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements, including flexibility and improved work-life balance for our employees. This position is eligible for the Hybrid Work Program, with a minimum requirement of three (3) days per week onsite.

Requirements

University degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
Five (5) years’ experience working in a financial environment.
Knowledge of the Development Charges Act and regulations.
Excellent analytical skills and ability to work effectively under pressing deadlines.
Experience coordinating professionals and cross-functional teams.
Excellent computer skills, particularly in Excel.

Nice To Haves

Professional Accounting designation.
Experience working in municipal finance.

Responsibilities

Provide primary financial support for the preparation of the Development Charges Background Study; leading the compilation of required data in working with multi-disciplined professionals and cross-functional staff; calculation of development charges under Development Charges Act; and provision of related analyses.
Provide financial support in creating development-related long-range financial plans; including cash flow, pay back, cost benefit and what-if analyses under various scenarios.
Lead in the implementation of the development-related financial plans; including the preparation/implementation of financial agreements with developers; monitor of project performance in liaison with project managers; determining cash flow requirements in project accounts; coordinating the administration/reporting of funding transactions in accordance with terms set out in the agreements and the Region’s capital financing policy; and addressing stakeholder inquiries.
Prepare the development-related capital component of Halton’s ten-year capital budget, in accordance with a development financing plan framework, and liaises with Capital Budget team for the successful preparation/implementation of the annual capital budget.
Undertake financial analyses in support of identifying financial implications arising from bid/staff reports concerning development-capital projects; provide input in preparing semi-annual capital variance and closure reports; and prepare financial reports at year-end and as required, including Development Charges Reserve Funds Statements in accordance with guidelines set out in Development Charges Act.
Provides senior-level financial support for the allocation program, applying strong analytical skills and knowledget to support financial modelling, program integrity, and coordination.
Supports organizational change and transformation by contributing financial expertise to system enhancements, process improvements adn training initiatives, particularily