Financial Analyst

Why Windsor?Forward. Together. — Discover a career that connects purpose with possibility. At the City of Windsor, our employees thrive in a collaborative environment that values organizational excellence, community impact, and offers competitive benefits that supports professional growth. Located in Southwestern Ontario on the banks of the Detroit River and Lake St. Clair, Windsor is just minutes from downtown Detroit, Michigan and the north shores of Lake Erie, which is home to over 25 local wineries, craft breweries and distilleries. Windsor boasts world class entertainment, state-of-the-art facilities, iconic food, temperate climate, magnificent waterfront parks & gardens and an innovative workforce with demonstrated capacity in automotive, advanced manufacturing, transportation, life sciences, education and tourism. With affordable living, a diverse community, and a growing economy, Windsor offers a lifestyle as fulfilling as the work we do. Come join a team that reflects the city it serves.
Job Title: Financial Analyst
Job Posting Number: 2026-0291
Posting Type: Internal & External
Posting Period: Monday, August 17, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. to Friday, August 21, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.
Department: Finance
Union: Non-Union
Position Status: Temporary Full-Time
Job Code: NU0095
Grade/Class: 008
Number of Positions: 1
Rate of Pay: $74,359.24 - $90,383.87 annually
Hours of Work per Week: 35 hours per week
Shift Work Required: NoDuties and Responsibilities: Reporting to the Manager, Financial Accounting, or designate, the successful applicant will be responsible for:

• Assisting in the development, review, presentation and publication of financial information;
• Assisting in the creation, documentation and monitoring of financial controls, policies and procedures;
• Assisting in finance-related workshops and is a liaison for financial inquiries;
• Assisting in the development of Service Area budgetary and financial information as well as performance measurements and government reporting;
• Providing City-wide financial, analytical assistance in all operating areas supported by the Finance Department;
• Assisting in the research and development of related statistical and graphical reports;
• Performing Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation's Health & Safety Program;
• Performing other related duties as required.

NOTE: Financial Analysts may be re-assigned to specific departments at the discretion of the Managers of the Finance Department and consequently specific duties will vary depending on needs. Financial Analysts should expect to be rotated to accommodate backup requirements and to encourage creativity and corporate financial development.Qualifications:

• Must have a University Degree in Accounting or Finance or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a computerized accounting environment;
• OR Must have a post secondary school Community College diploma in Accounting or Finance or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency and a minimum of four (4) years of experience in a computerized accounting environment;
• OR Must have an Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency plus a designation in Accounting (i.e. CPA/CA, CPA/CGA, CPA/CMA or acceptable equivalency as recognized by an applicable regulatory body) and over ten (10) years of experience in a computerized accounting environment;
• Must be able to demonstrate an advanced level of knowledge in Excel;
• Must have extensive working knowledge of Microsoft applications such as Word and PowerPoint;
• Must be able to demonstrate excellent organizational skills;
• Must be able to demonstrate strong and pronounced interpersonal and mediation skills;
• Must be available to work overtime during peak periods;
• Must be highly motivated and creative;
• Should have knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act, its regulations and knowledge of the hazards associated with work;
• High customer service orientation, excellent organization and communication skills and the ability to work well independently and also as part of a team are required;
• A recognized designation in accounting (i.e. CPA/CA, CPA/CGA, CPA/CMA or acceptable equivalency as recognized by applicable regulatory body) along with a University Degree or Community College diploma will be considered an asset;
• Experience with PeopleSoft Financials and Amanda will be considered an asset;
• Experience in conducting research, maintaining and reporting comparative statistics as well as developing policies and procedures will be considered an asset;
• Experience in Government reporting, procedure-related Quality Assurance reviews and reporting and experience in high volume/complex database extracting and sorting/organizing is an asset.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands analysis associated with this job indicates a light level of work.

The City of Windsor is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve.
Note:

• Only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged
• We offer a smoke-free and scent-safe office environment
• Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 25 as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Windsor will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City of Windsor Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

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