Municipal Financial Planning Analyst

Lead municipal financial planning and reporting for The City of Red Deer in a full-time, approximately 24-month term position. Apply advanced accounting principles independently.

The Financial Analyst supports City departments through financial analysis, legislation interpretation, systems work, and reporting. Responsibilities span budgets, forecasts, audits, controls, business processes, and stakeholder consultation. Professional judgment and strong working relationships are essential while maintaining financial integrity across the organization.

• Lead annual budgets, forecasts, audits, and financial reporting
• Evaluate contracts, business cases, variances, and operational performance
• Optimize financial systems, applications, integrations, and processes
• Advise management on controls, policies, feasibility, and improvements
• Prepare reports, projections, filings, and executive presentations

• Chartered Professional Accountant designation or equivalent education and experience
• Five years of related accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
• Experience with complex computerized financial applications
• Ability to prepare financial reports and complex reconciliations

Bring advanced accounting, financial analysis, and reporting expertise to support Red Deer’s municipal operations and financial decisions.