Senior Financial Analyst

Résumé du poste

The role involves consolidating financial information from various ministries and agencies to support the Public Accounts of Ontario. Key duties include providing expert accounting advice, coordinating PSAB standard research, and leading the annual audit process with the Auditor General.

Détails du poste

Step into a role that puts you at the centre of Ontario's financial results! In this position, you'll work directly on consolidating financial information from ministries and government agencies, giving you a unique, central-agency perspective of the Public Accounts of Ontario process. As a finance professional who enjoys solving complex accounting issues and navigating tight timelines, you'll review and integrate financial data from across the OPS, support high-profile reporting deliverables, and deepen your understanding of how the province's financial story comes together. This role is ideal for someone who learns quickly, adapts easily, and is ready to expand their impact within Ontario's financial reporting community. About the job As an integral part of the Consolidation, Consultation and Analysis Unit, you will: • provide expert accounting and financial reporting advice to government executives related to the consolidation of government agencies into the government reporting entity • develop accounting and financial reporting options to support initiatives and decision-making • coordinate research into Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) standards and recommendations • coordinate the preparation of the province's annual financial reporting requirements in accordance with PSAB standards, and provide leadership and support during the Office of the Auditor General of Ontario's annual audit of the Public Accounts of Ontario • lead various projects and participate in committees What you bring to the team Mandatory requirements • You must hold a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and be able to provide proof prior to receiving a job offer Financial and accounting knowledge You have knowledge of: • generally accepted accounting and audit principles, practices, and methodologies • Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) standards and public sector accounting, reporting and consolidation practices • financial reporting functions, including how to prepare consolidated financial statements • complex consolidation and accrual accounting issues and practices Analysis and problem solving skills You can: • research financial issues, interpret accounting standards, and develop accounting policies or recommendations • analyze reports, benchmark data, and complex consolidation issues, including consolidated financial statements • independently resolve difficult issues and propose practical, viable solutions • integrate accounting and financial reporting processes and systems Project and process management skills You can: • manage complex accounting and financial reporting projects from planning through delivery • coordinate consolidation and financial reporting activities across teams and systems • guide colleagues through changes to accounting, consolidation, or reporting requirements • improve financial reporting processes and ensure alignment with best practices Communication and collaboration skills You can: • communicate clearly with colleagues, senior leaders, auditors, and external partners • prepare clear, concise, and well-organized reports, briefings, policies, instructions, and procedures • develop and deliver presentations on financial and accounting matters, including to senior leaders • use MS Office tools (including Word, Excel, etc.) and work effectively with large-scale accounting systems, databases, programs, and reporting modules Don't meet every qualification? If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate! How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions. Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us. Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace: diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives accessibility Anti-Racism Policy Additional information Address: 2 English Temporary, duration up to 24 months, 7 Queens Park Cr, Toronto, Toronto Region Compensation Group: Management Compensation Plan Schedule: 6 Category: Finance and Economics Posted on: Wednesday, September 2, 2026 Note: The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions. T-TB-244237/26 How to apply: Please apply online, only, at www.ontario.ca/careers, quoting Job ID 244237, by Thursday, September 17, 2026. Please follow the instructions to submit your application. If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/ContactUs.aspx to provide your contact information. The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code.

Ce que vous ferez

The role involves consolidating financial information from various ministries and agencies to support the Public Accounts of Ontario. Key duties include providing expert accounting advice, coordinating PSAB standard research, and leading the annual audit process with the Auditor General.

Exigences

Candidates must hold a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation. Required expertise includes deep knowledge of PSAB standards, consolidated financial statements, and the ability to manage complex financial reporting projects.

Compétences indiquées

• Budgeting · Souhaitée
• Policy development · Souhaitée
• Financial Reporting · Souhaitée
• Analyse de données · Souhaitée
• MS-Office · Souhaitée
• Analyse financière · Souhaitée
• Gestion de projet · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Financial Reporting
• Consolidation
• PSAB Standards
• Accrual Accounting
• Financial Analysis
• Audit Coordination
• Project Management
• Policy Development
• Stakeholder Communication
• MS Office
• Budgeting
• Research
• Technical Accounting
• Reporting Modules
• Data Analysis

Domaines d’emploi

• Finance & Accounting
• Government & Public Sector
• Management & Leadership