• Work Location- 335 King Street East, Toronto, ON
• Hybrid Work - This position offers a hybrid work schedule. The in-office requirement is a minimum of three (3) days in office (Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday) with the option to work from home the remaining days
• Employee Type -  Regular Employee FT  Salaried

• Job ID: 56096
• Job Category: Finance, Accounting & Purchasing
• Division & Section: Seniors Services & Long Term Care, LTC Management Services
• Work Location: Union Station, 65 Front Street West, 3rd Floor, Toronto, Ontario, M5J 1E6, (Hybrid)
• Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Permanent Vacancy
• Hourly Rate: $36.77 - $40.13
• Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
• Affiliation: L79 Full-time
• Number of Positions Open: 1
• Posting Period: 05-June-2025 to 19-June-2025

NOTE TO INTERNAL FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME CITY OF TORONTO EMPLOYEES:

Requisition ID: 32881 

The Headlines:

Based out of the Toronto head office, the role of Sr. Financial Analyst - Ontario and West reports to the Commercial Finance Director, Ontario and West.  As a key member of the Commercial Finance team, this role will work closely with the Global Business Services team and is responsible for the accuracy of Ontario and West Commercial financial reporting.  This role will also provide finance support to Commercial business partners across the Ontario and Western regions. 

The Responsibilities:

Perform month-end close activities, including but not limited to, journal entries, accruals, balance sheet reconciliations, balance sheet planning and forecasting, and balance sheet variance analysis.

Use accounting principles and knowledge of internal controls ensure accurate, complete, and timely financial reporting for use by finance and Commercial business partners.

Support daily, monthly, quarterly and annual internal control activities.

Support the Sales team, Supply Chain, and Revenue Management with customer invoicing issues.

Lead projects to improve efficiencies and ways of working.

Educate the commercial team on financial acumen and ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures.

Execute ad-hoc analyses and projects as required.

The Other Qualifications:

You have a CPA (or equivalent) designation or in the process of attaining CPA (or equivalent) designation.

You have at least 3+ years of financial analyst experience.

You have strong Excel skills and experience with financial software (SAP)

You love a challenge. You complete complex projects quickly and adeptly with your understanding of the business priorities.

You are confident and competent. You are diplomatic, professional and exercise great judgment in developing and maintaining excellent relationships within the business.

Job Posting Grade: 

The role of the Accounting Associate involves planning, organizing, and managing specialized accounting tasks to maintain accurate ledger accounts. This may include providing guidance or training to less experienced accountants. 

       Responsibility

• Prepare routine accounts receivable journal entries in a timely and accurate manner. 
• Follow up with customers on overdue invoices and manage collections
• Post payments to customer accounts and reconcile payment discrepancies
• Assist in year-end audit requirements
• Prepare, analyze and assist with accurate processing of monthly accounts receivable aging reports
• Work closely with the sales and customer service teams to resolve customer-related issues
• Assist with other accounting and administrative tasks as required 

Academic/Educational Requirements

• Diploma or degree in business administration, accounting or related program is considered an asset 
• CPA designation is an asset. 

Required Skills/Experience

• Two to four years of significant accounting experience. 
• Evaluate the accuracy of financial data  
• Ability to work in a fully computerized environment including knowledge of IFS and advanced MS Excel skills is an asset 
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What Linamar Has to Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc. 
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Counsel 
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities. 
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

We are currently seeking a professional Account Manager for a full-time position with our client, a leader within the global financial technology space. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of Security Management experience, preferably in an Account Manager or Site Manager role. 

Title: Security Account Manager 

Shift: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm. Flexibility to be available for on-call shifts as needed.

Location: Spadina Ave. & Front St. W.

JOB SUMMARY: Manages the security services and related operations provided to an assigned account including client service and problem resolution, service enhancement and expansion, new business development, operational effectiveness, preparation of post orders, staffing, scheduling, supervision and training.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Performs a variety of management functions for assigned account; may be assigned a rank, as defined by client contract. Does not perform Security Guard duties except on a limited, relief or emergency basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• The functions listed describe the business purpose of this job. Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately. The employee might not be required to perform all functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified, according to business necessity.
• All assigned duties or tasks are deemed to be part of the essential functions, unless such duties or tasks are unrelated to the functions listed, in which case they are deemed to be other (non-essential) functions.
• Employees are held accountable for successful job performance. Job performance standards may be documented separately, and may include functions, objectives, duties or tasks not specifically listed herein.
• In performing functions, duties or tasks, employees are required to know and follow safe work practices, and to be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. Employees are required to notify superiors upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions.
• All functions, duties or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical and professional manner, and to be performed in conformance with applicable company policies and procedures. In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of company policies and procedures, employees are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives.
• Serves as a key point of client contact to ensure the delivery of high-quality customer service for assigned account; evaluates service quality and initiates any necessary corrective action in a timely manner.
• Meets regularly with client representatives for status updates; addresses any actual or potential problems; assists line management in negotiation of client contract; provides support during client start-up; supports security planning, assessments, and surveys; reviews and updates post orders.
• Oversees, coordinates with line management, and participates in the recruitment, selection, orientation, training, development, and retention of high caliber staff; acts to ensure that each staff member is treated with dignity and respect; plans, assigns, and directs work; coach’s employees and carries out disciplinary actions, as necessary.
• Assists in development and administration of budget in relation to assigned account.
• Maintains a positive, professional environment in full compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; acts to ensure that staff members understand and comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Within scope of client contract and assigned duties, authorizes appropriate expenditures including equipment, supplies, and vehicles; acts to ensure that vehicles are properly maintained and administers driver training; acts to ensure that there is an adequate inventory of uniforms, radios, and other supplies and equipment; maintains and submits payroll records and other associate and business information.
• Prepares and coordinates staffing schedules for account, in collaboration with line management as necessary; acts to ensure that scheduling is handled effectively to meet client requirements while controlling labor costs; reviews Security Guard site reports to verify post orders and client directives have been satisfactorily followed; personally, inspects all posts as part the evaluation of security staff.
• Provides input to company initiatives; promptly assists in the resolution of legal, financial, human resources, and administrative issues.
• Performs tasks and duties of a similar nature and scope as required for assigned account.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT ENTRY

Additional qualifications may be specified and receive preference, depending upon the nature of the position.

MINIMUM HIRING STANDARDS

• 3 years minimum of Security Management experience, preferably in a Security Account Manager or Site Manager role. 
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a reliable means of communication. 
• Must have a reliable means of transportation (public or private).
• Must have the ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED. If not, must be willing to complete the GED program within six months.
• Must be willing to participate in the Company’s pre-employment screening process.

Competencies (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing):

• If required for assigned accounts, must be able to meet and continue to meet any applicable licensing requirements for Security Guards.
• Must be able to meet and continue to meet requirements for specific skills, certifications or authorizations specified for the assigned accounts. 
• Knowledge of security operations and procedures.
• Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures.
• Skill in staff supervision, including assigning work and providing training and discipline.
• Ability to provide positive direction and motivate performance.
• Understanding of a variety of security and safety devices and controls.
• Ability to track and maintain schedule assignments.
• Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances.
• Knowledge of business operations management and human resources administration.
• Use of personal computer and spreadsheet software.
• Ability to synthesize business/financial data and develop recommendations.
• Planning, organizing and leadership skills.
• Oral and written communications skills.
• Strong customer service and service delivery orientation.
• Ability to interact effectively at various social levels and across diverse cultures.
• Ability to be an effective leader and member of project teams.
• Ability to take initiative and achieve results.
• Ability to carry out multiple assignments concurrently.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the external environment and organization.

WORKING CONDITIONS (Physical/Mental Demands)

With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to effectively perform all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:

• Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations.
• Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection survey. 
• Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information.
• May require regular use of vehicle and frequent travel in the performance of duties.
• Regular talking and hearing.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.
• Walking, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling.
• Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. 
• Conducting oral presentations and group meetings.
• Directing, motivating, training, coaching, and disciplining staff in a positive manner.
• Reading and analyzing reports and financial data, including related computer usage.
• Responding on an on-call basis to emergencies and incidents at all hours.

The Financial Trainee will assist divisional staff with general accounting, purchasing, payroll and budget duties in addition to vendor communication as it relates to the program area.

Duties may include the following:

• Assists with accounting/purchasing/payroll/budget duties
• Assists with the compilation of financial/accounting/purchasing/payroll/budget and statistical information. Enters and updates and matches financial data, account information, etc.
• Assists in processing accounts, billings, collections, etc.
• Collects, compiles, extracts and organizes data for others to use/analyze.
• Assists with calculations.
• Assists with preparation of financial statements.
• Distributes documentation.
• Responds to enquiries by referring to appropriate staff.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of any post-secondary program of a financial/accounting background and/or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Experience using various computer software applications including, but not limited to Microsoft Office M365.
3. Experience working in a customer service-oriented environment.

You Must Also Have:

• Working towards a CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) designation or a CSC (Canadian Securities Course) would be considered an asset
• Knowledge and/or experience in analyzing financial data and preparing financial reports would be an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with staff and clients in an efficient and diplomatic manner, both in-person, over the phone and via email.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to work under time constraints and meet deadlines.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service when dealing with the pubic. Ability to work flexible hours including overtime as required.

At the core of our Retail Media offering is the Triangle Loyalty program, which boasts over 11 million active members, allowing us to deeply understand our customers, personalize our strategies, and measure the impact of paid advertising on brand metrics and sales across all of Canadian Tire Corporation’s retail banners. We are looking for high-achievers with a builder's mindset – individuals who can support the business in multiple areas, be mentally flexible and take pride in creating new process and solutions in an agile, entrepreneurial, exciting environment.

The Financial Analyst will play a critical role in managing financial metrics, supporting the evolution of Triangle Retail Media’s financial capabilities, and ensuring accurate and efficient financial operations. This individual will work closely with the Manager of Revenue Management and other departments to enhance our financial processes and reporting capabilities. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across various teams.

• Financial Analysis: Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to support business decisions, including forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and financial modeling.

• Reporting: Develop, implement, and maintain detailed financial reports to provide insights into key performance indicators (KPIs) and other critical financial data.

• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for improving existing financial processes and implement changes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

• Support Revenue Management: Assist the Manager of Revenue Management in evolving Triangle Retail Media’s financial capabilities, including revenue tracking, reporting, and analysis.

• Data Analysis: Conduct regular analysis of financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.

• Collaboration: Work closely with FP&A, Accounting, and other departments to ensure alignment on financial goals and accurate reporting.

• System Enhancements: Collaborate with IT and other relevant teams to develop and implement system enhancements that streamline financial operations.

• Budgeting & Forecasting: Support the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting activities by providing accurate financial data and analysis.

• Compliance: Ensure all financial activities comply with legal requirements, company policies, and industry best practices.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Proven experience (3+ years) in financial analysis or a similar role within a retail or media environment.

• Strong understanding of financial metrics, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting.

• Proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g., Excel, ERP systems).

• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and implement effective solutions.

• Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.

Hybrid

We value flexibility. We have adopted a hybrid work model whereby employees use a combination of working in office and virtually in service of outcomes. Each leader is empowered to decide what work is best achieved in person based on the unique needs of their team.

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• Posting Period: 13-FEB-2025 to 28-FEB-2025
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Reporting to the Manager, Finance & Administrative Services, the Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for coordinating a full range of financial services to City Divisions including the provision of value-added strategic financial advice to senior management, variance analysis and reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cost-benefit analyses, financial modeling and other specialized reports; and establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective professional relationships with senior management and staff.

Major Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements detailed plans and recommends policies regarding program specific requirements

• Oversees the preparation, analysis, implementation and monitoring of the divisional operating and capital budgets following both corporate budgetary guidelines and generally accepted accounting principles and practices

• Supervises, motivates and trains assigned staff, ensuring effective teamwork, high standards of work quality and organizational performance, continuous learning and encourages innovation in others
• Supervises the day to day operation of all assigned staff including the scheduling, assigning and reviewing of work. Authorizes and coordinates vacation and overtime requests. Monitors and evaluates staff performance, approves salary increments, hears grievances and recommends disciplinary action when necessary and is involved in the recruitment of staff as appropriate
• Identifies, performs and supervises financial analysis and research, and provides strategic advice on financial, fiscal, economic, management and governance issues for use by senior management
• Represents the Division as required in discussions and negotiations with other divisions and/or Governments
• Evaluates financial alternatives, cost/benefit analyses, business cases, etc. for Corporate or various Divisional initiatives
• Develops and evaluates financial alternatives and business cases for programs, projects and other initiatives based on a clear understanding of program needs and resource constraints. These may entail developing financial models and sensitivity scenarios
• Designs and administers statistical and/or quantitative financial models in support of policy and process analysis
• Prepares comprehensive reports and policy papers including relevant financial strategies
• Reviews reports and research produced by others to determine potential impact on the Division and prepares appropriate responses
• Presents and defends reports on financial, fiscal and economic issues to Divisional and Corporate management
• Participates on project teams as a financial resource in either a leadership or membership capacity
• Makes recommendations and implements appropriate remedial action to ensure the integrity of the financial information is maintained
• Conducts special operational research and analysis on corporate programs and business processes as assigned
• Ensures that internal controls are designed and maintained in accordance with City By-laws and policies
• Ensures that appropriate analyses and reconciliations are prepared in support of the financial statements

• Reviews financial system reports and initiates corrective action where required
• Performs analysis and investigation of budget variances including both high level and activity level analysis of expenditures, revenues, complement, and other performance measures; forecasts expenditure and revenue patterns; highlights to management relevant financial issues with strategic and operational impacts; and recommends options towards resolution of issues.

• Initiates monthly financial system reports and arranges for distribution to appropriate programs
• Keeps abreast of relevant Provincial statutes and regulations, City by-laws and Council directions and agreements; initiates accounting action where appropriate
• Makes recommendations for the establishment of cost centres and balance sheet accounts
• Assist in the development of performance measures and benchmarks and monitors results with appropriate Unit staff
• Analyzes capital and operating expenditures and ensures required funding approvals are budgeted and processed when appropriate
• Liaises with divisional representatives to ensure reserve and reserve fund budget transactions are developed, appropriately reflected in the financial system and that actual transactions are recorded when appropriate

Key Qualifications:

1. Degree in Accounting, Business or Finance, completed accounting designation (CPA), or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Extensive experience in the development of operating and capital budgets within a large private or public sector organization.
3. Extensive experience in expenditure and revenue analysis, forecasting and the preparation of financial and management reports.
4. Considerable experience motivating, leading, training and managing staff in a fast-paced environment, including promoting and fostering effective teamwork and establishing excellence in a customer service oriented environment.
5. Experience in complement planning and management.
6. Thorough knowledge of principles and practices employed in the effective application of financial analysis of major business and government complexities
7. Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, client divisions, outside agencies including other levels of government at the senior management and/or political level
8. Superior analytical and interpersonal skills
9. Knowledge of municipal accounting, excel spreadsheets, word processing and database software packages.
10. Customer service skills working with clients, service providers, the general public and/or staff to address service inquiries, requests and/or complaints.
11. Familiarity with government legislation in the area of Occupational Health and Safety.

• Posting Period: 30-Jan-2025 to 13-Feb-2025

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Supervisor, Revenue Services, the Accounting Assistant 1 directs the unit’s staff in performing accounting duties pertaining to accounts receivables, purchasing, internal control and in researching, analyzing and reconciling to general ledger and ensures compliance with established corporate policies, procedures and practices.

Major Responsibilities:

• Performs accounting duties such as reviewing, researching, analyzing and reconciling ledger accounts, setting up and maintaining expenditures and revenue working papers, spreadsheets and reconciliation to general ledger.
• Researches and analyzes financial information to verify validity of transactions processed in SAP.
• Prepares the monthly departmental financial analysis and reports for divisions.
• Prepares and maintains accounts functions including vendor account reconciliation, preparing, reviewing, posting and reconciling journal entries.
• Prepares financial statements and expenditure reports i.e. capital expenditure reports, Council initiated special projects expenditure reports, and reserve fund schedules.
• Reviews financial system reports, i.e. variance, cost center, miscellaneous accounts. Makes comments or corrections as necessary.
• Analyses and reconciles account balances.
• Prepares, reviews, and posts journal entries
• Co-ordinates projects and assignments.
• Directs accounting staff (example: Accounting Assistant 2 and Accounting Assistant 3) and provides training, advice and guidance as needed.
• Provides assistance on accounting, financial and purchasing related matters to the Divisions, including oversight of accounting functions ensuring compliance with divisional and corporate policies and procedures and all relevant by-laws including interpretation of policies, by-laws, agreements/contracts and council reports.
• internal and external parties.
• Provides financial analysis, claims and other information to the Divisions as requested.
• Creates ad hoc financial system reports for analysis purposes.
• Ensures internal controls for petty cash are maintained in accordance with City by-laws and policies
• Co-ordinates with the City, Provincial and Federal Auditors
• Prepares working papers for year-end closing.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Accounting or related field or completion of a professional accounting designation (i.e.CPA) or the approved equivalent combination of education and extensive experience related to accounting and procurement.
2. Extensive accounting and purchasing experience in municipal accounting, financial and internal controls applied in an operating environment or relevant private sector experience in accounting, purchasing and financial reporting.
3. Considerable experience providing work direction and training to accounting staff.
4. Considerable experience using Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
5. Considerable experience using SAP or an equivalent financial information system.

You must also have:

• Advanced knowledge in investigating and analyzing administrative processes including but not limited to accounting payable, accounts receivable, and/or business process in efficiencies/problems, recommending solutions and implementing decisions and analyzing financial data, preparing financial reports.
• Proficiency in Excel relating to organizing, analyzing, and reporting data for management decision making.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills, with the ability to work independently with minimum supervision, prioritize work schedules, plan and execute assigned duties within tight timelines.
• Good knowledge and understanding of City’s by-laws, policies, and procedures with respect to purchasing, accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to establish good working relationships with staff, operating management and outside departments, agencies and clients.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing at all organizational levels and other organizations.
• Strong coordination skills with the ability to meet deadlines and work with minimum supervision.
• Excellent conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement and discretion in dealing with confidential operational matters.

What you'll do

• Perform financial analysis, financial modeling, and performance measurement in order to assess the impact of large or enterprise-wide projects and strategic initiatives on key financial and value creation metrics

• Undertake financial due diligence required to support potential acquisitions, partnerships and/or other strategic initiatives; coordinating input from subject matter experts across Accounting, Tax, Treasury, FP&A, and other Finance functions

• Work closely with Corporate Development, Finance, and other stakeholders and perform the financial evaluation of growth opportunities; provide insights and recommendations on projects which impact the business

• Develop and improve dynamic and complex financial models that enable efficient analysis of projects and that support regular and ad hoc decision making

• Advise on CTC’s capital allocation strategy (including dividends, share repurchases, and capex) and evaluate alternative uses of capital including business investment, shareholder return, debt repayments, and acquisitions

• Lead reporting and insight identification relating to CTC’s Total Shareholder Return (TSR) performance and valuation metrics relative to peers

• Run the estimation of hurdle rates and impairment WACC relevant to the business

• Support the financial aspiration and outlook process, including leading development of alternative scenarios to stress test outlook assumptions

• Lead various macro and peer analysis, enabling a stronger support for outlook projections and better understanding of the company’s performance drivers

• Build and design content for PowerPoint presentations that clearly articulate the subject and tell the story.

• Provide support as needed to the Enterprise Investment Planning team on periodic reporting and forecasts

• Provide support for ad-hoc requests and special projects, presentation development and executive communications to the Executive Team, CFO and Board of Directors

What you bring

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or a business-related discipline

• Financial designation (CA, CFA, CMA) or MBA is considered an asset

• Minimum of 4-5 years’ progressive experience in a finance or analytical role with an emphasis on corporate finance, financial modeling, and analysis; with strong working knowledge of the financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow statements)

• Strong financial acumen, including modelling, business case development, and financial valuation

• The ability to work through ambiguous business problems with minimal direction in a fast-paced and changing environment under tight deadlines

• Superior analytical and problem-solving abilities, and attention to details  

• Strong executive communication/presentation skills

• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, especially PowerPoint (and Data Visualization) and Excel

• Working knowledge of software such as Bloomberg, FactSet and/or Capital IQ, Hyperion is considered an asset

We value flexibility. We have adopted a hybrid work model whereby employees use a combination of working in office and virtually in service of outcomes. Each leader is empowered to decide what work is best achieved in person based on the unique needs of their team.