Temporary, Full-time
At the City of St. Catharines, we are committed to realizing the vision outlined in The City of St. Catharines - Strategic Plan 2023 to 2027. Our goal is to cultivate a city that thrives on safety, innovation, sustainability, and caring, not just for today, but for generations to come. Join our team and be part of a meaningful journey to shape the future of our community, leaving a lasting impact that extends far beyond the present.
Reporting to the Manager of Financial Planning, the Financial Analyst Co-op Student is responsible for assisting the Accounting Team and Budget Office Team in the Financial Management Services Department in supporting accounting functions, developing and analyzing budgets, conducting financial forecasts, and supporting new financial system implementation. This co-op opportunity provides an excellent learning experience for students pursuing a career in finance, accounting, or public administration within a municipal setting.
These responsibilities outline the principal functions of the position and serve as a guiding vision for the role's impact and contribution.
Assist with account payables and month/quarter end closing process.
Assist with journal entries, account reconciliations, and analyses.
Collaborate with the Budget Office Team and City Departments to understand budgetary needs, provide financial insights, and foster collaboration in the budget planning process.
Gather data, review financial performance reports, provide financial analysis, and support the development and monitoring of the annual municipal budget process. Maintain account structures in the budget system in coordination with accounting team.
Participate in cost-benefit analysis for proposed projects, programs, and initiatives to evaluate their financial viability and potential impact on the City's budget.
Assist system implementation team on user acceptance testing, data conversion and input, report designs, and internal training/education.
Propose and participate in initiatives to enhance budgeting and financial analysis processes, streamlining workflows, and increasing efficiency.
Performing all other job-related tasks or special projects as directed.
Salary Range: $22.50/ hour
Employee Group: Non-union
Division: Financial Management Services
Department: Budget Office
Position Type: Full-time, Temporary
Work Mode: Hybrid
Work Location: St. Catharines City Hall
Hours of Work: 35 (8:30 am to 4:30 pm)
Number of Openings: 1
Posted Date: February 27, 2025
Application Deadline: Open until filled.
To ensure fairness and efficiency in our recruitment process, we kindly request that all applications be submitted through our official portal at www.stcatharines.ca/jobs. Applications received through other channels will not be considered. We also advise applicants to maintain up-to-date contact information and regularly check their spam and junk email folders, as important communications regarding their application may be directed there.
For applicable positions, the recruitment process will be conducted using video conference technology. Please note that for certain roles, in-person interviews may be required.
They City of St. Catharines does not use AI Technology in any part of the recruitment process.
Dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment, the City of St. Catharines is an equal opportunity employer committed to accommodating the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We encourage applicants to inform the Human Resources Division of any accessibility needs to ensure they are accommodated throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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