To ensure that our purpose is front and centre in all we do, we have refreshed our name to Financial Planners under Scotia Financial Planning (formerly known as ‘Investment Specialist’ under the Mobile Advice Team). Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture!

As an Financial Planner, you will focus on developing and deepening client relationships by providing high quality advice and service within the mass affluent market. As a dedicated entrepreneur, you understand that growing a practice is all about building long-term relationships. You know how to leverage your external networks and centres of influence and welcome the freedom to grow your own practice. Most importantly, you realize that your clients are your greatest asset, and your priority is providing investment and financial planning advice to help them meet their unique goals. 

You also excel at building new relationships and enjoy the flexibility of being able to meet clients outside of the office, on a schedule that best suits you and your clients. Finally, you recognize the value of working within a collective Scotiabank framework that benefits both your clients and your practice overall. 

Following a comprehensive financial planning framework, you will be responsible for driving investment sales and new client acquisition, while adhering to Global Sales Principles, compliance and regulatory requirements as well as establishing business development opportunities with prospects and clients within the assigned market area.

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will: 

Promote the development and sustainable growth of proprietary investment business in the assigned market area by:

• Business Development: Executing on business development plans for prospects and existing clients within the mass affluent market. Identifying additional investment business development opportunities and facilitating the implementation of an investment solution and/or referral to the appropriate partners. 
• Client-Centric: Providing client-centric investment solutions through a financial planning framework, aligning with Global Sales Principles. Conducting outbound communications and proactive calling to prospects to remain top-of-mind for future business opportunities. Conducting complimentary needs analysis across several financial statements, including competitor statements.
• Community Involvement: Participating actively in local professional and community events and associations to develop and expand your network. Identifying opportunities to deliver community information sessions and financial seminars to grow prospects. Building and maintaining a market profile in the assigned market area. Networking with investment industry specialists while managing a small budget for independent marketing-based activities. 

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? -We’d Love To Work With You If You Have:

• 3 years of experience in financial planning and investment sales. 
• You’re a mutual funds certified professional. You have current accreditation and good standing for MFDA licensing requirements (Investments Funds in Canada or Canadian Securities Course). 
• You have successfully completed a Personal Financial Planning (PFP®) designation and/or a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation. 
• Proven networking, client acquisition and interpersonal skills; experience building and maintaining Centres of Influence (COIs) 
• You’re goal oriented and entrepreneurial. You can work independently as a self-motivated entrepreneur with minimal supervision and as part of a larger team. 
• Extensive knowledge of competitive offerings, market trends, economic conditions, and the regulatory environment. 
• A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle, to meet clients and prospects within the designated district. What’s in it for you? 
• An entrepreneurial culture with the freedom to develop your career. 
• A fast-paced, flexible work environment where you can set your own hours and meet clients when and where it’s convenient for them. 
• A compensation structure that rewards growing and maintaining your client base. • Access to leading-edge resources to support your growth including dedicated marketing support, powerful mobile technology, leading CRM, portfolio, and financial planning software. 
• The ability to build long-lasting client relationships through exceptional advice and service. • Ability to provide an excellent client experience without going to the branch. 
• A partnership with our branches and access to Scotia Global Asset Management to deliver an exceptional client experience. 
• A work culture that promotes diversity, respect, and inclusion. 

Other Information 

•    Please note that the compensation structure for this role is base plus variable pay. This is a mobile role and will require frequent travel. 

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Location(s):  Canada : Manitoba : Winnipeg 

Main Purpose and Function

Reporting to the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, Parks & Recreation, the Financial Analyst 2 is responsible for financial planning and analysis for the City of Vancouver. The Financial Analyst 2 is responsible for leading specific FP&A functions including short-mid term planning, budgeting, forecasting, business case development, financial modelling and decision support for processes and initiatives. Working closely with other members of the Citywide and Business Unit (BU) FP&A, the main functions of the role include leading respective business area, support the development of the City’s annual budget and multiyear plan process, support monthly and quarterly financial reporting process, and analyzing key business issues impacting the revenue opportunities within a business unit.

The position ensures compliance with internal controls, policies, standards and business processes and systems. The position provides financial decision support to enable the City to meet its strategic objectives and goals and leads the development of policies and processes to support the effective financial management of departmental resources.

The position makes recommendations on transformational initiatives, including recommendations that could impact staffing levels in the organization and realization of cost efficiencies

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Analysis:

• Defines and uses logical and innovative approaches to evaluate and deconstruct accounting and business situations. Compiles and links analytical information, experience and insights using quantitative and qualitative reasoning skills.
• Demonstrates understanding and application of common quantitative techniques by preparing appropriate financial analysis with fact-based assumptions to enable decision making.
• Provides input into the formation of problem-solving approaches for business situations.
• Accurately analyzes a situation based on available data or information.
• Leads the problem-solving process by identifying alternatives and making recommendations.
• Consistently applies working knowledge of the organization's information systems & appropriate financial tools and systems to find, extract, and analyze data and to produce reports.
• Applies basic modelling, forecasting and planning techniques to develop forecasts with cost drivers identified and explained.
• Supports management in developing and analyzing business cases, determining the financial implications for all major decisions, ensuring value for money, return on investment, productivity and service delivery analysis, quantifying impacts on budgets and forecasts
• Prepares materials to be presented to the Senior Leadership Teams, Directors, CFO, and other stakeholders as required.

Strategic Business Partnership and Decision support

• Demonstrates in-depth understanding of the organization's business plan, immediate environment and the possible impact of events and activities on the organization; understand current role in relation to executing the business plan.
• Applies common business principles to critically evaluate and accurately perform analysis.
• Uses insights to influence the views of managers and provides guidance and support, supported by facts, to influence and lead business decisions.
• Ability to apply decision criteria to business propositions prepared by business units.
• Lead in explaining financial concepts and analysis in non-financial terms to counterparts.
• Identify and address additional business partner needs as they arise.
• Makes recommendations on transformational initiatives, including recommendations that could impact staffing levels in the organization and realization of cost efficiencies.

Planning, Budgeting, Forecasting and Performance Measurement:

• Leads, manages, and coordinates all aspects of operating and capital budget process within the Park Board; works with subject matter experts to provide inputs and assumptions and manages and monitors Operating & Capital budget expenditures, revenues and recoveries.
• Manages and prepares monthly, quarterly, and year-end variances analysis, forecasting and reporting; presents and reviews results with general manager and department leads; works to identify significant risks, and recommends mitigation strategies and raises to appropriate stakeholders.
• Provides financial and budget management to support major project leads.
• Manages and supports the development of multiyear financial and business plans and forecasts, review and validate financial assumptions and models, and identify trends that impact the Department’s ability to meet budget and service delivery targets.
• Leads and manages analysis of budgets, performance indicators, business plans and ongoing financial results to enable strategic recommendations on corrective actions.
• Interpret and provide forecasts and analysis that link to business unit strategy and operational performance.
• Complies with and administers Finance controls, policies and procedures.

Project Management and Process improvement:

• Supports and manages planning process timelines and identify opportunities for continuous improvement and standardization for business area.
• Identifies and implements opportunities for process automation/streamlining and support integration with financial reporting, capital budgeting, and long-term financial planning initiatives.
• Communicate budgeting policies and processes to Department FP&A and City staff; support planning processes improvement initiatives throughout the organization.
• Manage FP&A projects and sub-processes .

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related discipline
• Professional Accounting Designation or MBA with a combination of experience and education related to the requirements of the position
• Extensive experiance post designation experience in budgeting, financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and accounting
• Advanced financial systems experience preferably within an ERP environment - experience with financial modules of SAP would be an asset
• Strong business case analysis experience
• Good working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles as they relate to local government including PSAB
• Advanced financial modelling and Excel skills
• Advanced experience with preparing complex presentations and writing formal reports for senior management and Council
• Considerable experience in presenting to Senior Leaders and department stakeholders
• Advanced project management experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong business acumen and capability to link finance to the business
• Superior critical thinking skills, ability to analyze complex situations and determine appropriate course of action where there is little or no established precedents
• Ability to strategically answer complex business problems through data analysis, modelling and creative thinking
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate complex financial concepts in simple terms
• Proven ability to work strategically with the business, build relationships, and be a trusted business partner
• Must be able to work independently and as a member of a Finance and Business Unit team
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with ability to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities
• Must be able to take accountability to complete assignments and take ownership of challenges to the point of recommendation, resolution, approval and implementation
• Ability to maintain professionalism, objectivity, confidentiality, tact and diplomacy

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work a hybrid work week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Finance & Supply Chain Mgmt (1150) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: June 2025

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-091: $111139 to $138924 per annum

Application Close: April 20, 2025

Oversee the facility accounting function ensuring the financial accuracy of transactions and financial statements. Be an active member of plant management by providing financial guidance and strategic thinking to business decisions.Support requests and reporting from the Facility, Group and Corporate levels. 

Responsibility 

• Oversee all financial responsibilities and provide monthly and yearly comparative financial information 
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of a five-year forecast/budget system that is updated at minimum monthly 
• Provide financial analysis and insight to a product line level detail to generate accurate reporting and trend analysis 
• Maintain and develop internal control systems to ensure compliance to required standards
• Ensure all reporting is complete on time and accurately 
• Support requests from other departments as required 
• Be actively involved in the quoting process 
• Essure all positions in the department are filled with the appropriate personnel 
• Ensure compliance with all local legislative requirements and all internal plant specific requirements 

Academic/Educational Requirements 

• A university degree in business administration, accounting or related field with a CPA designation is required. 

Required Skills/Experience 

• Minimum of three to five years supervisory experience in a related field 
• Ability to prepare financial summaries and interpret financial health of the organization 
• Develop appropriate forecast/budgets and evaluate financial records 
• Ability to make sound financial decisions and change procedures as necessary 
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities while working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.  
• Ability to work as part of a team and interact with co-workers and act as a liaison between different departments.  
• Advanced working knowledge of applicable software programs  
• Continuously maintain current knowledge of all organizational accounting practices and polices

What Linamar Has to Offer  
 

• Competitive Compensation 
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.  
• Opportunities for career advancement. 
• Sustainability Counsel  
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.  
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts. 

We are currently seeking a professional Account Manager for a full-time position with our client, a leader within the global financial technology space. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of Security Management experience, preferably in an Account Manager or Site Manager role. 

Title: Security Account Manager 

Shift: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm. Flexibility to be available for on-call shifts as needed.

Location: Spadina Ave. & Front St. W.

JOB SUMMARY: Manages the security services and related operations provided to an assigned account including client service and problem resolution, service enhancement and expansion, new business development, operational effectiveness, preparation of post orders, staffing, scheduling, supervision and training.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Performs a variety of management functions for assigned account; may be assigned a rank, as defined by client contract. Does not perform Security Guard duties except on a limited, relief or emergency basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• The functions listed describe the business purpose of this job. Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately. The employee might not be required to perform all functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified, according to business necessity.
• All assigned duties or tasks are deemed to be part of the essential functions, unless such duties or tasks are unrelated to the functions listed, in which case they are deemed to be other (non-essential) functions.
• Employees are held accountable for successful job performance. Job performance standards may be documented separately, and may include functions, objectives, duties or tasks not specifically listed herein.
• In performing functions, duties or tasks, employees are required to know and follow safe work practices, and to be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. Employees are required to notify superiors upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions.
• All functions, duties or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical and professional manner, and to be performed in conformance with applicable company policies and procedures. In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of company policies and procedures, employees are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives.
• Serves as a key point of client contact to ensure the delivery of high-quality customer service for assigned account; evaluates service quality and initiates any necessary corrective action in a timely manner.
• Meets regularly with client representatives for status updates; addresses any actual or potential problems; assists line management in negotiation of client contract; provides support during client start-up; supports security planning, assessments, and surveys; reviews and updates post orders.
• Oversees, coordinates with line management, and participates in the recruitment, selection, orientation, training, development, and retention of high caliber staff; acts to ensure that each staff member is treated with dignity and respect; plans, assigns, and directs work; coach’s employees and carries out disciplinary actions, as necessary.
• Assists in development and administration of budget in relation to assigned account.
• Maintains a positive, professional environment in full compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; acts to ensure that staff members understand and comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Within scope of client contract and assigned duties, authorizes appropriate expenditures including equipment, supplies, and vehicles; acts to ensure that vehicles are properly maintained and administers driver training; acts to ensure that there is an adequate inventory of uniforms, radios, and other supplies and equipment; maintains and submits payroll records and other associate and business information.
• Prepares and coordinates staffing schedules for account, in collaboration with line management as necessary; acts to ensure that scheduling is handled effectively to meet client requirements while controlling labor costs; reviews Security Guard site reports to verify post orders and client directives have been satisfactorily followed; personally, inspects all posts as part the evaluation of security staff.
• Provides input to company initiatives; promptly assists in the resolution of legal, financial, human resources, and administrative issues.
• Performs tasks and duties of a similar nature and scope as required for assigned account.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT ENTRY

Additional qualifications may be specified and receive preference, depending upon the nature of the position.

MINIMUM HIRING STANDARDS

• 3 years minimum of Security Management experience, preferably in a Security Account Manager or Site Manager role. 
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a reliable means of communication. 
• Must have a reliable means of transportation (public or private).
• Must have the ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED. If not, must be willing to complete the GED program within six months.
• Must be willing to participate in the Company’s pre-employment screening process.

Competencies (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing):

• If required for assigned accounts, must be able to meet and continue to meet any applicable licensing requirements for Security Guards.
• Must be able to meet and continue to meet requirements for specific skills, certifications or authorizations specified for the assigned accounts. 
• Knowledge of security operations and procedures.
• Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures.
• Skill in staff supervision, including assigning work and providing training and discipline.
• Ability to provide positive direction and motivate performance.
• Understanding of a variety of security and safety devices and controls.
• Ability to track and maintain schedule assignments.
• Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances.
• Knowledge of business operations management and human resources administration.
• Use of personal computer and spreadsheet software.
• Ability to synthesize business/financial data and develop recommendations.
• Planning, organizing and leadership skills.
• Oral and written communications skills.
• Strong customer service and service delivery orientation.
• Ability to interact effectively at various social levels and across diverse cultures.
• Ability to be an effective leader and member of project teams.
• Ability to take initiative and achieve results.
• Ability to carry out multiple assignments concurrently.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the external environment and organization.

WORKING CONDITIONS (Physical/Mental Demands)

With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to effectively perform all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:

• Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations.
• Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection survey. 
• Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information.
• May require regular use of vehicle and frequent travel in the performance of duties.
• Regular talking and hearing.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.
• Walking, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling.
• Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. 
• Conducting oral presentations and group meetings.
• Directing, motivating, training, coaching, and disciplining staff in a positive manner.
• Reading and analyzing reports and financial data, including related computer usage.
• Responding on an on-call basis to emergencies and incidents at all hours.

Oversee the facility accounting function ensuring the financial accuracy of transactions and financial statements. Be an active member of plant management by providing financial guidance and strategic thinking to business decisions.Support requests and reporting from the Facility, Group and Corporate levels. 

Responsibility 

• Oversee all financial responsibilities and provide monthly and yearly comparative financial information 
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of a five-year forecast/budget system that is updated at minimum monthly 
• Provide financial analysis and insight to a product line level detail to generate accurate reporting and trend analysis 
• Maintain and develop internal control systems to ensure compliance to required standards
• Ensure all reporting is complete on time and accurately 
• Support requests from other departments as required 
• Be actively involved in the quoting process 
• Essure all positions in the department are filled with the appropriate personnel 
• Ensure compliance with all local legislative requirements and all internal plant specific requirements 

Academic/Educational Requirements 

• A university degree in business administration, accounting or related field with a CPA designation is required. 

Required Skills/Experience 

• Minimum of three to five years supervisory experience in a related field 
• Ability to prepare financial summaries and interpret financial health of the organization 
• Develop appropriate forecast/budgets and evaluate financial records 
• Ability to make sound financial decisions and change procedures as necessary 
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities while working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.  
• Ability to work as part of a team and interact with co-workers and act as a liaison between different departments.  
• Advanced working knowledge of applicable software programs  
• Continuously maintain current knowledge of all organizational accounting practices and polices

What Linamar Has to Offer  
 

• Competitive Compensation 
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.  
• Opportunities for career advancement. 
• Sustainability Counsel  
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.  
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts. 

 287 Speedvale Avenue West, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1C5, CA

Are you ready to take your career to the next level?

As an Analyst, Finance, you will play a pivotal role in managing and optimizing commercial programs for retail accounts across Canada. This dynamic position offers the opportunity to work both regionally and nationally, providing critical support to our sales department and collaborating closely with the Manager, Finance.

****Salary ranges from $65 010 to $85 320*** offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.****

We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering :

• Vacation upon hire

• Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance

• Group retirement plan with employer contribution

• Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families

• Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match

• Paid Parental Leave program

• Paid time off: Sick days, floater days and volunteer day off

• Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA

• Training and development programs

• Saputo Flex Program, flexible work environment (schedule/location/time off) according to department needs

• Organized activities for employees and their families  

• Advantageous discounts on Saputo products

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Manage commercial programs and analysis of sales performance indicators;

• Prepare comparative analysis of commercial programs;

• Work with various administrative departments across Canada to ensure the proper management of commercial programs;

• Participate in end-of-month procedures by helping with journal entries and producing the required financial reports (account reconciliations, financial packages, payments, etc);

• Participate in the preparation of annual budgets;

• Act as the point person and administrative support for the sales department across Canada and finance team members, including various gross profit analysis and payments;

• Play a key role in debit note management by ensuring timely clearing and resolution of deductions;

• Support annual financial audits;

• Any other duties as assigned;

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• University degree in accounting, finance or other relevant field

• 2-3 years of experience in financial analysis or a similar position

• Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) candidate or in progress is an asset

• High level of precision, organizational and analytical skills, self-motivation and initiative

• Knowledge of BI (Business Intelligence) and AS/400 is an asset;

• Excellent proficiency in Excel and the Office suite

• Bilingualism (French and English) spoken and written is essential as the candidate will have to work closely with teams located across Canada

As a member of the Personal and Business Banking team, you’ll work in a fast-paced Banking Centre where you’ll make a meaningful difference in our clients’ lives. As a Financial Services Representative, you’ll foster key relationships with clients, understand their financial and personal goals, provide informative and tailored service, and recommend the right products and solutions that will help their financial success. You’re flexible to work our banking centre hours which may include evenings and weekends. To help deliver a great client experience, you’re flexible to work at multiple banking centres within a reasonable travel distance. 

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. To successfully perform the work, you’ll be on-site full-time.  

How you'll succeed

• Client engagement - Meet with clients to understand their personal and business priorities, advise them on solutions, and provide a forward-looking financial plan. Use your knowledge of cash management, credit, investment and wealth protection to help clients meet their goals.
• Relationship building - Engage in marketing and outreach activities to show clients you value them and their communities. Grow your network, deepen existing relationships, and work as one team to ensure clients are connected to the right people and opportunities.
• Leveraging technology - Become a technology expert. Share your knowledge by introducing clients to our mobile banking applications, helping them to better manage their banking needs.

Who you are

• You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile, because it’s the right thing to do.
• You’re goal oriented. You’re motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make a difference.
• You know that details matter. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.
• You’re passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships, and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You build trust through respect and authenticity.
• You love to learn. You’re passionate about growing your knowledge, and you know that there is no limit to what you can achieve.
• You’re a certified professional. You have current accreditation and good standing Mutual Funds License (Canadian Securities Course or Investment Funds In Canada).
• You can demonstrate 1 year experience in working with clients and achieving sales results. It’s an asset if you have prior banking experience in a similar capacity.
• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

• We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact [email protected]

• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

• We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Job Location

Summerside-245 Water Street

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Client Service, Customer Experience (CX), Digital Literacy, Financial Products, Goal Planning, Group Problem Solving, Outbound Calls, Regulatory Requirements, Results-Oriented

Requisition ID: 15512 
Department: Finance and Corporate Services Dept. 
Service: Financial Strategies, Planning and Client Services 
Branch: Budgeting, Financial Planingg and Client Services Branch  
Employment Type: 1 or more Full-time Permanent; 1 or more Full-time Temporary-Up to 1 year
Work Hours: 35.00hours per week
Affiliation: CIPP
Salary Information: $85,947.68- $104,577.20 annually (2025 rates of pay)
Location: Various locations 
City: Ottawa, ON 
Job Category: Finance & Accounting
Application Close: 02/04/2025

Successful applicants meeting the employer’s qualification standard will be placed on an eligibility list. This list will be used to staff current and ongoing requirements for up to one year .

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing       
• Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.  
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements. 
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available. 

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. 

We’re looking for an intermediate-level accounting professional to join our Calgary team, as we focus on strengthening our processes and adding value to our internal and external stakeholders. You’ll use the SAP Materials Management module to validate Suncor’s inventory positions at Suncor and third-party facilities, and your accounting and research skills to investigate and resolve any variances.

Minimum Requirements:

• Post-secondary education in accounting/finance

• Two years’ experience in accounting, settlements or crude/refined products logistics

• Excellent analytical skills, critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Self-starter, high energy, enthusiastic

• Strong SAP, Excel and Power BI skills, with high attention to detail

Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly reconciliations to confirm Suncor’s inventory balances at various physical locations

• Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand and address any differences

• Help develop and implement software solutions to improve process efficiencies

• Support the process of creating new master data to manage Suncor’s expanding logistics network

Location and other Key Details:

• This is an office-based role. You will work out of our Calgary head office, located in the Suncor Energy Centre at 150 – 6th Ave S.W.

• Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday

Main Purpose and Function

Financial Analysts are responsible for managing general corporate business functions associated with the delivery of the organization’s operating budget for a select group of departments. These positions work closely with business unit managers and financial staff to identify and recommend operational, business process and financial management issues that can result in cost savings and efficiencies. They develop business cases, conduct financial and analytical work and review overall financial and non-financial performance with departments. The positions initiate changes in budget management policies and practices, systems and business processes to assist the City’s Business Units in effectively managing their financial and business functions. The positions review all Council reports to ensure they have sound business cases and funding strategies. Key to these positions to ensure that the City’s operating budget maximizes service levels by minimizing the utilization of resources within the City.

Specific Duties/Responsibilities

• Working with department managers and finance staff, conduct comprehensive reviews of departmental budgets to identify funding needs and opportunities for savings that may affect wage or salary rates, employment, working conditions and promotional opportunities
• Provide recommendations to senior management for efficiency gains, based on an extensive knowledge of departmental budgets and operational issues driving the budget expenditures, that may affect wage or salary rates, employment, working conditions and promotional opportunities
• Provide objective analysis of department budget submissions including funding requests and suggested budget adjustments and make recommendations to senior management on their appropriateness that may affect wage or salary rates, employment, working conditions and promotional opportunities
• Develop departmental budgets based on Corporate guidelines and provide support to department finance managers
• Responsible for research, preparation and presentation of reports to Council
• Analyze the processes, practices and procedures of similar organizations to identify best practices and develop benchmark standards that can be applied within the City of Vancouver
• Lead or participate in business process reviews of City units, including provision of recommendations regarding City processes to identify opportunities for improvement that lead to financial or position savings
• Conducts studies and makes recommendations regarding resource allocation such as performance measurement and benchmarking of City services, structural reviews of departments, departmental methods, and business processes, both from a systems and financial perspective, that may affect wage or salary rates, employment, working conditions and promotional opportunities
• Conduct financial, cash flow and economic impact studies of expenditure programs
• Analyze budgets, performance indicators, business plans and on-going financial results of Departments
• Prepare and review financial and administrative policies
• Development and analysis of business cases for proposed projects, including cost benefit analyses to justify spending proposals
• Conduct forecasts, economic analysis, financial modeling and policy development
• Manage relationships with other departments and external organizations
• Develop and implement public consultation campaigns, including public opinion surveys, print publications, and web publishing
• Develop analytical tools and reports utilizing the City’s ERP system and provide coaching and training to other users based on the Financial Analysts “super user” status
• Key member of the team developing the SAP modules for budgeting (PS/IM and BW/SEM) or other similar products
• Some responsibility for capital budgeting for cross training purposes and vacation relief
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Position Requirements

Education and Experience:

• A degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Economics or Finance and a professional accounting designation
• A commitment to maintaining and improving job related skills on a timely and continuous basis
• 3 to 5 years experience in budgeting, administration, and finance including the operation of all accounting functions, for a large multi-unionized organization preferably within the public sector
• Considerable financial systems experience preferably with integrated business software (ERP) such as SAP
• Considerable cost accounting or equivalent business evaluation experience, including cost distribution modeling and business process analysis
• Good working knowledge of generally accepted accounting practice as they relate to local government including PSAB
• Experience in preparing a variety of statements, statistics, reports, and complex spreadsheets using arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy
• Experience initiating business process improvements and developing and maintaining operating and capital budgets
• Experience writing reports to a Council or Board of Directors

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of City of Vancouver culture, policies, operations and procedures
• A solid general understanding of municipal finance, budgeting and accounting practices
• Knowledge of public administration and business practices in effect at other local and more senior governments and in private industry, such as program evaluation, business process review, organizational theory and reengineering techniques
• Extensive knowledge of computer and enterprise systems
• Strong computer competency in office productivity tools
• Strong enterprise systems skills, preferably SAP, and the ability to extract relevant information for analytical purposes
• Superior verbal and written communication, and advanced presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to effectively represent the City at all levels of civic administration as well as with customers and clients outside the organization
• Ability to lead and assist in building cross-functional teams, and work effectively in a matrix structure outside the City’s regular organization
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities
• High productivity in application of superior research and analytical skills
• Proven problem-solving and issue resolution skills in a complex business environment
• Ability to consider all options / maintain neutrality to provide sound business advice
• Ability to gather relevant information from variety of sources (e.g. interviews, internal and external documents) in objective and analytical manner
• Extraordinary customer service skills and the ability to work effectively with employees across the organization
• Ability to maintain professionalism, objectivity, confidentiality, tact and diplomacy

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Finance & Supply Chain Mgmt (1150) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: April 2025 

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-091: $111139 to $138924 per annum

Open Positions: 2

Application Close: March 23, 2025

The Financial Trainee will assist divisional staff with general accounting, purchasing, payroll and budget duties in addition to vendor communication as it relates to the program area.

Duties may include the following:

• Assists with accounting/purchasing/payroll/budget duties
• Assists with the compilation of financial/accounting/purchasing/payroll/budget and statistical information. Enters and updates and matches financial data, account information, etc.
• Assists in processing accounts, billings, collections, etc.
• Collects, compiles, extracts and organizes data for others to use/analyze.
• Assists with calculations.
• Assists with preparation of financial statements.
• Distributes documentation.
• Responds to enquiries by referring to appropriate staff.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of any post-secondary program of a financial/accounting background and/or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Experience using various computer software applications including, but not limited to Microsoft Office M365.
3. Experience working in a customer service-oriented environment.

You Must Also Have:

• Working towards a CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) designation or a CSC (Canadian Securities Course) would be considered an asset
• Knowledge and/or experience in analyzing financial data and preparing financial reports would be an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with staff and clients in an efficient and diplomatic manner, both in-person, over the phone and via email.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to work under time constraints and meet deadlines.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service when dealing with the pubic. Ability to work flexible hours including overtime as required.