Analyst, Budget and Operations

In accordance with the Recruitment & Selection Procedure 0014-P08, a vacancy exists in the following area:

Department/Division: Finance & Corporate Support Services | Financial Services
Posting #: 26-P-102

Located on the historic, 386-kilometreTrent-Severn Waterway in the heart of the Kawartha tourism region, Peterborough is a unique community known for its exceptional quality of life and beautiful setting. The city has been named one of 52 destinations to visit in 2025 by the New York Times.

The City has been shaped by its connection to the waterway, nature, and by the people who call it home. Peterborough is a community of doers and dreamers that are resourceful, passionate, creative and brimming with local pride.

Before it was ever known as Peterborough, this land was called Nogojiwanong – Ojibwe for “the place at the foot of the rapids.” Today, the city remains continuously in motion, guided by a deep sense of community and connection. The City is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, known collectively as the Williams Treaty First Nations.

Position Description:

The Analyst, Budget and Operations plays a key role in supporting the City's financial planning, budget coordination, reporting, and responsible stewardship of public resources. The position provides financial analysis, budget coordination, reporting support, and budget-related recommendations to assist management in decision-making and financial planning activities. By supporting key components of the corporate operating and capital budget processes, maintaining financial models, evaluating business initiatives, and identifying financial risks, pressures, and opportunities within assigned analyses, the role helps ensure that municipal resources are considered in relation to Council priorities, legislative requirements, service delivery objectives, and community needs. The position contributes to accountability, transparency, and financial stewardship by supporting effective financial planning, governance, and continuous improvement within the City's financial management framework. 

The role provides financial information, advice, and analytical support to managers and directors on budgeting and financial planning matters. Through collaboration, technical expertise, and the communication of complex financial information in a clear and accessible manner, the position supports informed discussion, consensus-building, and management decision-making. While the role does not directly supervise staff, it provides advisory support through coordination and support of corporate budgeting processes, administration of budget systems, and participation on cross-functional initiatives that support sound governance, accountability, and service excellence across the organization. 

Qualifications and Other Pertinent Details:

The successful candidate will possess a university degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline, along with a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in good standing. They will bring a minimum five (5) years of progressive financial management experience in a complex, multi-divisional organization, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Along with a minimum of three (3) years of job-specific experience in budgeting, financial analysis, forecasting, business case development, and financial reporting.  

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of municipal finance principles, public sector accountability requirements, accounting standards, and applicable legislative and regulatory frameworks. They will demonstrate advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using budgeting, financial analysis, reporting, and ERP systems to support decision-making. Strong interpersonal, communication, facilitation, negotiation, and presentation skills are essential, along with the ability to build effective working relationships, communicate complex financial information to diverse audiences, manage competing priorities, and provide customer-focused financial advice and support.

Classification for this position: Non-Union Job Class 5
Salary Range: $112,539

Qualified applicants are invited to visit the City of Peterborough website to apply no later than 11:59 p.m. (midnight) on August 28, 2026. 

To ensure your application is considered, please follow these steps: 

• Prepare one file only (PDF or Word) that includes both your résumé and cover letter
• Name your file with your first and last name (e.g., JaneSmith Comp#.pdf)
• Include the competition number in the file name, and email subject line 

We thank all applicants for their interest in the City of Peterborough. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Peterborough is an organization that strives to embrace the spirit of inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and barrier-free environment in which all individuals have access to the City's goods, services and facilities. If you are contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise People & Culture if you require accommodation.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us by email.