Senior Financial Analyst

Summary

The Waterloo Catholic District School Board is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join their team. This role reports to the Manager of Budget and Financial Reporting and is responsible for preparing the board's complex salary and benefits budget, ensuring compliance with collective agreements and ministry requirements. Key duties include monthly budget monitoring, variance analysis, projections, financial reporting, quarterly forecasting, and supporting budget holders with financial processes. The position also involves researching trends, investigating industry standards, analyzing specialized projects, organizing the annual budget report, and assisting with year-end audit preparation. Candidates should possess a diploma or degree in a business-related field, a professional accounting designation (or be actively pursuing one), and at least three years of experience in a similar role within a Canadian institution. Essential skills include advanced Excel and analytical abilities, the capacity to manage multiple conflicting priorities and deadlines independently, and excellent written and oral communication. Desirable assets include experience in a school board or public sector environment, knowledge of the Ministry of Education funding, payroll, collective agreements, and specific software applications like MS Business Central and ISYS.