Financial Analyst (housing)

Regional Municipality of Waterloo

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Base: $93,347.80 - $116,680.20 annually; bonus/equ...
On-site
Budget preparation and financial analysis
Supervision of financial staff
Financial reporting and compliance
The Region of Waterloo is a thriving, diverse community committed to fostering opportunities for current and future generations and prioritizes equitable services and climate-aligned growth

Job Summary

  • The Region of Waterloo is a thriving, diverse community committed to fostering opportunities for current and future generations and prioritizes equitable services and climate-aligned growth.
  • The role involves supervising financial staff, preparing and analyzing budgets, providing financial advice to senior management and Council, and ensuring compliance with funding agreements and legislation.
  • The position offers a hybrid work schedule and requires collaboration with various stakeholders including housing providers, government agencies, and auditors to support housing financial sustainability.

Matching Summary

The Region of Waterloo is a thriving, diverse community committed to fostering opportunities for current and future generations and prioritizes equitable services and climate-aligned growth.

Salary

Base: $93,347.80 - $116,680.20 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Budget preparation and financial analysis
  • Supervision of financial staff
  • Financial reporting and compliance
  • Capital budgeting and financing plans
  • Use of financial information systems
  • Forecasting and variance analysis

Nice-to-have

  • Leadership and staff training skills
  • Client communication and presentation
  • Knowledge of municipal and provincial legislation
  • Experience with housing providers
  • Participation in benchmarking and project teams
  • Ability to develop financial models

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business or related discipline
  • Professional accounting designation (CPA)
  • Progressively responsible financial experience
  • Criminal record and judicial matters police check
  • Ability to travel within Waterloo Region

Work Rights

Not specified

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