Senior Financial Analyst; HST

Job Description

Senior Financial Analyst (HST)

Corporate Services
- Corporate Finance & Treasury

Status: (1) Contract Full Time
- Up to 13 Months

Hiring Range: $94,455 - $106,262 plus comprehensive benefits

Work mode: Hybrid
* see below for more details about this work mode.

Location:10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton

Hours of work:35 hours per week

Who we are:Accounting and Controllership ensures the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of Peel Region’s financial reporting. Our team provides comprehensive oversight and robust system controls, while ensuring full compliance with all public sector accounting and regulatory requirements. We also deliver strategic financial guidance to support sound decision-making and the Region’s long-term fiscal health.

This position will be responsible for leading Peel’s Sales Tax and CRA filing processes. This role will also work with the team to assist in internal and external financial reporting related to specific Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS) requirements and the annual Financial Information Return (FIR) reporting to the Province.

• Responsible for the management and coordination (planning, controlling and monitoring) of the ROP and PHC tax accounts
• Track and monitor the ROP and PHC CRA accounts, GST Deposits, Notices of (Re) assessments, and other CRA communications
• Ensure that all AP transactions, AR transactions, TCA activities, payments, and expenses are in line with applicable Regional by-laws and accurately accounted for as per CRA guidance
• Prepare and file monthly PHC and ROP tax filings to the CRA
• Responsible for processes and procedures to ensure accurate GST/HST treatment in AP, AR, Treasury and Financial Reporting
• Provide expert guidance and direction relating to the accounting and reporting of Tax and GST/ HST to Finance and program staff
• Research and assist with the implementation of any CRA Tax standard changes, including the development of policies, training and note disclosures
• Investigate any tax related transactions including new vendor setup, invoices, vouchers, POs and Tax entries to ensure compliance with CRA standards
• Assist in the year-end financial statement consolidation process, including preparing note disclosures
• Liaise with the external auditors for the interim and year-end audits, providing working papers and respond to auditor enquiries
• Assist in the annual Financial Information Return as per the established Provincial deadlines and in accordance with the Provincial instructions

• University degree in business administration, commerce or economics
• CPA, ACCA, CFA accounting designation
• Minimum 5 years progressive sales tax/business experience, preferably in the public sector
• Knowledge and understanding of Sales Tax and CRA guidelines
• Combination of education and experience may be considered

• Highly adaptable and able to manage changes in processes and systems
• Excellent analytical and evaluation skills
• Ability to do independent research and analysis
• Experience with the preparation of audit working papers and financial statements
• Proficiency in developing and using spreadsheet financial models and tools
• Thorough knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access)
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

• Knowledge and understanding of SAP, IBM Maximo, and any other ERP systems
• Experience working with nVision

Perks That Make Work Fun (and Your Life Easier)!

At Peel Region, we believe in taking care of you. Here’s what you’ll enjoy when you join our team:

• Top-Notch Benefits: Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plan (yes, even psychological health coverage) — starting on your very first day!
• OMERS Pension Plan: Automatic enrolment to help secure your future with peace of mind.
• Vacation Time That Grows: Start with 3 weeks of vacation per year— because work-life balance is important!
• Personal Days Just for You: Enjoy 3 paid personal days and floating holidays to recharge whenever you need.
• Wellness First: Flex…