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Job summary

Prepare and review financial statements, forecasts, budgets, reconciliations, and variance analyses, while leading operating and capital budget processes. Develop financial models and provide data-driven advice to leaders and internal partners to support planning, resource allocation, decision-making, and process improvements.

Job details

Req ID: 28641Vacancy Type: Permanent Number of Positions: 1 Closing Date: 10/07/2026Job Summary Supports the preparation and presentation of budgets and business plan submissions while ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial statements and forecasts. The role involves monitoring budget variances, managing complex operating and capital portfolios, and developing financial models to support decision making. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring employees to be onsite in the office 3 days per week and allowing remote work for the remaining days. Specific in-office days may be set by the team or department to support collaboration and business needs. Our offices are located at Mississauga City Hall, 300 City Centre Drive in Mississauga.Duties and Responsibilities Prepare monthly journal entries and perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations to ensure the accurate and timely presentation of financial statements. Develop quarterly financial statements and forecasts, providing clear variance commentary and insights for senior leadership and members of council. Lead financial review meetings with Managers and Directors, delivering analysis and data driven forecast recommendations that reflect current business conditions. Lead the Business Planning budget process, evaluating departmental initiatives for compliance, accuracy, reasonableness, and financial data integrity. Oversee the operating and capital budget processes, including consolidation, review, validation, and coordination with departments and corporate partners. Conduct financial analysis of operating and capital expenditures, identifying trends and recommending appropriate budget adjustments. Develop financial models, labour costing analyses, and scenario evaluations to support departmental planning and strategic initiatives. Collaborate with departments, Corporate Finance, HR, and other internal partners to support business planning, labour analysis, and financial submissions. Provide well supported financial advice and recommendations to internal stakeholders to guide planning, resourcing, and decision making. Identify, recommend, and implement enhancements to financial processes, reporting quality, and operational efficiency. Skills and Qualifications Graduation from a recognized post-secondary institution, preferably in Business, Accounting, Economics, or related field. Strong understanding of finance, accounting, and accounting terminology are required. Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CGA, CMA) preferred. Minimum five (5) years of related experience in a municipal or other public sector environment. Proficiency in financial analysis/modelling. Microsoft Office applications skills required. Knowledge of SAP and Questica systems an asset. Excellent analytical and organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, under pressing deadlines, are essential. Excellent research and written skills, including reading and interpreting legislation, regulations, and policies/standards required. Strong interpersonal skills required. Ability to work as part of a team with a demonstrated ability to collaborate and work in consultation with internal staff as well as external groups, agencies, corporations, and Members of Council. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must have strong organizational, problem solving and decision making skills. The role requires business and political acumen when collaborating with internal staff and external groups. Staying informed of all regulations and legal requirements that may influence financial policy, projects, and initiatives. Hourly Rate/Salary: $ 91,701.00 - $ 122,268.00 Grade: F Hours of Work: 35 Work Location: Civic Centre Hybrid Workplace Organization Unit: CPS/Business Services - T&W Department/Division/Section: CPS/Corporate Services Dept , CPS/Finance Division , Business Planning & Financial Servic Non-Union/Union: Non Union The City of Mississauga may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in sourcing and/or screening candidates for some positions; however, it is not used in selecting final candidates. Applicants applying to this posting may be considered for the same position(s) should another vacancy occur within six months from the date of this posting, unless the requirement to repost is expressed differently in a Collective Agreement. If you are selected for an interview and your proposed transfer or promotion results in a real or perceived conflict of interest in relation to the Employment of Relatives Corporate Policy and Procedure, you must notify the Human Resources Representative as soon as possible. If you are selected for an interview you are expected to disclose all current positions held in the City, whether full time or part time. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent. Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. Accommodations The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please complete the following Accommodation Request Form and have it emailed to recruitment.accommodation@mississauga.ca citing the Job ID and Job Title. This will inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

What you’ll do

Prepare and review financial statements, forecasts, budgets, reconciliations, and variance analyses, while leading operating and capital budget processes. Develop financial models and provide data-driven advice to leaders and internal partners to support planning, resource allocation, decision-making, and process improvements.

Requirements

A post-secondary qualification, preferably in business, accounting, economics, or a related field, and at least five years of related experience in a municipal or other public-sector environment are required; a CPA designation is preferred. Candidates need strong finance and accounting knowledge, financial analysis and modeling proficiency, Microsoft Office skills, and excellent analytical, organizational, communication, problem-solving, and collaboration abilities.

Listed skills

• SAP · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred
• Forecasting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Financial Analysis
• Financial Modeling
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Accounting
• Balance Sheet Reconciliation
• Variance Analysis
• Labour Costing
• Financial Reporting
• Business Planning
• Microsoft Office
• SAP
• Questica
• Research
• Written Communication
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Financial Advising
• Influencing Skills
• Operational Efficiency
• Influencing Without Authority
• Financial Policy
• Organizational Skills
• Planning
• Artificial Intelligence
• Reconciliation
• Corporate Finance
• Capital Expenditure
• Capital Budgeting
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Corporate Services
• Economics
• Finance
• Equities
• Financial Data
• Financial Statements
• Leadership
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• SAP Applications
• Collaboration
• Coordinating
• Resourcing
• Consolidation

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Government & Public Sector
• Data & Analytics
• Management & Leadership
• Financial Analyst/Finance Manager
• Financial Analyst (General)
• Financial Analysts
• Financial and Investment Analysts