Junior Corporate Analyst

Job title:

Junior Corporate Analyst

Company

City of Guelph

Job description

Position OverviewResumes are being accepted for the position of Junior Corporate Analyst with the Finance department. The successful candidate will report to the Supervisor, Corporate Reporting, within the Financial Strategy and Reporting division, and will contribute to the preparation of the financial statements, working paper files, external audit support, investment accounting, and other required reporting for the City and its wholly owned subsidiaries (e.g., Guelph Junction Railway and Guelph Municipal Holdings Inc.).Key duties and responsibilities

• Provide support to the financial reporting team with respect to the preparation of the year-end working paper files and audited financial statements for the City, and associated entities (e.g. Guelph Junction Railway, and Guelph Municipal Holdings Inc.).
• Support the preparation for interim audit and ad-hoc financial reporting projects.
• Responsible for all accounting entries, preparation of year-end working paper files, and assist with drafting financial statements and Board and Council reporting for Guelph Junction Railway and Guelph Municipal Holdings Inc.
• Support the preparation of the multi-year budget and budget confirmations for Guelph Junction Railway and Guelph Municipal Holdings Inc.
• Record monthly investment cash transactions and assist with investment reconciliations.
• Assist with cash flow forecasting.
• Assist with tangible capital asset accounting, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and requirements

• Completion of post-secondary education in Finance/Accounting or related field.
• Experience with accounting duties such as preparing and processing journal entries, reconciliations, variance resolution, and year end closing activities.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to analyze data sets to identify issues and determine root cause.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in order to meet deadlines in a very demanding, service-focused environment.
• Excellent mathematical skills, aptitude for figures, thoroughness and attention to detail and accuracy are critical to this position.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written) with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff and stakeholders.
• Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Experience using financial enterprise software, JD Edwards experience preferred.
• Enrollment in CPA program and intention to seek accounting designation is considered an asset.
• Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Hours of work35 hours per week, Monday to Friday between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm. Flexibility would be required to attend evening meetings and to meet departmental needs in peak periods.Pay/SalaryNon Union Grade 3: $66,626.56-$83,283.20How to applyQualified applicants are invited to apply using our online application system by June 26, 2025. Please note all applicants must complete the online questionnaire specific to this position at the time they submit their resume and cover letter in order to be considered.The City of Guelph is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where employees feel welcome, valued and engaged. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All employment practices are solely based on individual merit, qualifications, and organization’s needs at the time. In keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals in our job application procedures. If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process, you may contact us to make your needs known in advance.Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment. We thank all candidates in advance; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Expected salary

$66626.56 – 83283.2 per year

Location

Guelph, ON

Job date

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 04:22:39 GMT

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