Accounting and Financial Reporting Supervisor

ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL REPORTING SUPERVISOR

The City of Belleville, known as the ‘Friendly City’, is located at the mouth of the Moira River where it meets the picturesque Bay of Quinte. Experience world-class fishing, boating, cycling, and walking along approximately 14 kilometers of waterfront trails. Situated between Toronto and Montreal, and less than one hour from the U.S. border, the City truly is at the center of it all.

Approximately 56,000 people make Belleville their home and over 220,000 live within 30 minutes of the City. We are in close proximity to Prince Edward County where you can discover award winning wineries and numerous beaches including Sandbanks Provincial Park. We are home to Loyalist College of Applied Arts and Technology as well as Albert College, Canada’s oldest co-­ed boarding independent private school.

The historic downtown core provides numerous restaurants, shopping and live music and theater venues for an amazing cultural experience. Our inviting blend of small town warmth and big city amenities, quality of life and affordable housing make Belleville the perfect place to live, work and play. More information is available at

Currently, the City of Belleville has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, strategic, and dynamic individual to join our Finance Department as an Accounting and Financial Reporting Supervisor.

Position Type: Permanent Full Time

Number of Positions: One (1)

Department: Finance Department

File Number: SV26-23

Location: City Hall (169 Front Street, Belleville, ON)

Hours: 35 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm, with additional hours as required

Employee Group: Non-Union

Salary: Grade 7 ($-$ per year), salary above range may be considered based on candidate experience

Closing Date: Friday, September 18, 2026at 4:30 PM

Reporting to the Manager of Finance/Deputy Treasurer, the Accounting and Financial Reporting Supervisor is responsible for supporting the City’s corporate accounting functions, including coordination of year-end audit activities, month-end finance procedures, and the development and maintenance of financial policies, procedures, and internal controls. This role provides leadership within the Finance Department by supporting and coordinating departmental initiatives related to budgeting, financial reporting, and continuous improvement.

As a key member of the Finance leadership team, the Accounting and Financial Reporting Supervisor works closely with the City’s Senior Leadership Team and departmental management to provide guidance, training, and support on financial processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong financial stewardship across the organization.

• Coordinate the City’s year-end audit process, including preparing and reviewing working papers, schedules, and supporting documentation; ensuring compliance with Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS) and internal controls; responding to auditor inquiries; and ensuring all submissions are complete and accurate.
• Lead month-end and quarter-end procedures, ensuring timely and accurate completion of reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting requirements.
• Prepare, review, and approve journal entries.
• Coordinate the preparation of annual financial statements and the Financial Information Return (FIR).
• Analyze and report on financial and operational data, including reserves, reserve funds, deferred revenues, and other key financial indicators.
• Oversee onboarding and financial system access for new staff, ensuring appropriate permissions and training.
• Provide financial guidance, training, and support to City departments to strengthen understanding of accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting requirements.
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