Analyst, Finance DCFO
Analyst, Finance DCFO
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26-07-2025
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Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit including GO Expansion Light Rail Transit routes and major expansions to Torontos subway system to get people where they need to go better faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.
At Metrolinx equity diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion thinking forward and playing as a team.
Our Operations Finance Office is seeking a self-motivated and pro-active Financial Analyst who will be responsible for providing financial support to assigned divisions; understand the financial and accounting impact of business processes (e.g. audit legal and reporting requirements) to evaluate current and future business activities and deliver timely and accurate accounting and operational excellence.
What will I be doing
Functional/Technical
- Prepares and analyzesreports and as directed leads financial analysis and presentations in support of business operations in the assigned division and other ad-hoc project work or duties.
- Prepareand own the monthly reportingcycle which includes reviewing results performing variance analysis and providing value added commentary
- Conducts financial analyses in support of the business operations in the assigned division using proper accounting treatment and provides subject matter expertise in analyzing and responding to inquiries and solving complex problems
- Leads and co-ordinates the development tracking and forecasting of the Metrolinx operational budget by leading the budget development tracking forecasting and calendarization and managing adjustments and constraints ensuring that all government and organization financial policies and procedures are followed.
- Identifies risks opportunities and business improvement processes to drive savings and offset cost
- Prepares and reviews reports briefing notes presentations and/or other supporting documents such as spreadsheets dashboards and charts/graphics/maps
- Proactively identifies incidents/problems and raise them in the appropriate channels to ensure they are resolved and the necessary steps are taken to prevent them from reoccurring
- Liaise with business units and present key findings to team members and management as required.
- Conducts research compile data and perform both quantitative and qualitative research related to the Division
- Leads risk assessment and program evaluation activities andidentifies and recommends process improvement and lean initiatives to drive change (eg. automation technology accounting and reporting practices)
- Monitor financial transactions and preparereconciliationof financial tools and systems and reconcile financial data between systems used for reporting and business units (e.g. inventory operating and capital expenditure)
- Develop complex financial models reporting templates and dashboards used in financial and KPI reporting.
- Assists with assessment of new public sector accounting standards and monitor public sector accounting websites and webinars and note important considerations accounting memos and presentations
- Provides subject matter expertise to non-finance business leaders partners and committee members assists in interpretation of financial data for decision-making and provides commentary.
- Monitors and maps assigned business processes with particular attention to control and reporting functions and recommends immediate and longer-term changes to ensure the integrity of data and financial information.
- Collaborates with all stakeholders (e.g. departmental teams cross functional teams external partners and vendors) to establish maintain and strengthen relationships build cross-functional relationships and liaise with internal departments regarding operational issues and improvements.
Customer/Stakeholder
- Collaborates with all stakeholders (e.g. departmental teams cross functional teams external partners and vendors) to establish maintain and strengthen relationships build cross-functional relationships and liaise with internal departments regarding operational issues and improvements.
- Provides financial analysis and coordinates the development of analytical reports and presentations to senior management to support management decision making outlining potential impacts on the organizations business objectives
- Evaluates and provides expert level advice to senior management on issues related to financial policies and procedures for financial reporting according to GAAP.
What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need
- Completed undergraduate or masters degree in Finance or related discipline (i.e. Accounting Business/Commerce Finance)
- Demonstrated years experience in accounting (internships or co-op experience considered)
- Chartered Professional Accountant designation is an asset
- MS Office (Outlook Word/Excel Powerpoint etc.)
- Interpersonal and oral/written/presentation communication skills to develop and present commentary reports and presentations on financial analysis to senior management to aid decision-making
Dont Meet Every Requirement
If youre excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesnt quite align with every qualification of this posting we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities including those who identify as Indigenous Black racialized women people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities expressions and sexual orientations.
Accommodation:
We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: or email .
Application Process:
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time-sensitive correspondence we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.
For Internal applicants with the recent implementation of the Internal Mobility Policy the internal recruitment process has changed for non-union roles. Candidates must be in their current role for 12 months prior to applying for another role and each applicant must be in good standing (not participating in a Performance Improvement Plan). Please review all provisions of the policybefore submitting your application.
Should it be determined that any background information provided is misleading inaccurate or incorrect Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.
We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.
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Employment Type
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