Job Posting: Senior Analyst, Corporate & Performance Reporting (#25-28)

Position: Senior Analyst, Corporate & Performance Reporting
Term: Full-time
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Reporting to:  Director, Financial Management
Vacancy Type:  Existing Vacancy 
            
 

The Organization: Waterfront Toronto

Waterfront Toronto was established by the Government of Canada, the Province of Ontario, and the City of Toronto in 2001 to oversee and lead the renewal of the city’s waterfront. Our mandate is to deliver a revitalized waterfront that brings together the most innovative approaches to sustainable urban development, excellence in design, real estate development, and leading technology infrastructure. Working with stakeholders, and with public and private-sector partners, Waterfront Toronto creates neighbourhoods anchored by parks and public spaces, and diverse, sustainable, mixed-use communities that offer a high quality of life for residents, employees, and visitors alike. We are transforming the waterfront for the use and enjoyment of the people of Toronto, Ontario, and Canada, to foster economic growth and to redefine how the city, province and country are perceived by the world. 

 

The Opportunity: Senior Analyst, Corporate & Performance Reporting

Waterfront Toronto is seeking a Senior Analyst, Corporate & Performance Reporting to join the accounting team and support the Corporation’s corporate and performance reporting functions, focused on measurement of impact through KPI/performance measurement and synthesis into annual business plans, integrated annual reports and quarterly reporting. 

This role will support environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting, particularly as it relates to climate-related risks, reporting, and opportunities. 

This accounting-based position also supports reporting to the corporate business units (finance, legal, IT and HR), senior management team, Audit Committee, and Board of Directors. This role will work closely with the Director, Financial Management, Manager of Innovation & Sustainability, and Chief Financial Officer, as well as carrying out special projects. 

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • •   Maintain the Corporation’s KPI framework (targets and results) to support strategic and annual plans in line with best practices and legislative mandate.
  • •   Lead development of annual operating and capital budgets and quarterly variance reports.
  • •   Manage quarterly performance dashboards (capital investments, revenues, KPIs, budgets), ESG, and risk for senior leadership and the Board.
  • •   Support sustainability disclosures using Global Reporting Index (GRI) Standards and climate-related reporting aligned with International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB), in collaboration with Innovation & Sustainability.
  • •   Serve as subject matter expert on financial reporting and accounting issues, providing research and memos.
  • •   Support tri-government reporting, audits (internal, external, government), and implement recommendations.
  • •   Ensure finance related statutory corporate reporting compliance.
  • •   Handle special projects as required.

 

Skills and Qualifications:

  • •   Post-secondary degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
  • •   Professional accounting designation (asset).
  • •   3+ years in accounting, corporate impact performance reporting, KPI frameworks, and dashboards.
  • •   Advanced knowledge of Canadian generally accepted accounting principles and CPA handbook.
  • •   Ability to translate business drivers into performance measures, including sustainability.
  • •   Knowledge of ISSB climate risk assessment and GRI ESG reporting (asset).
  • •   Familiarity with international sustainability accounting standards and related controls (asset).
  • •   Skilled in business analytics, Power BI, BI tools, and large ERP systems.
  • •   Experience researching financial reporting technical issues.
  • •   Strong understanding of Waterfront Toronto’s vision, mandate, and sustainability initiatives.
  • •   Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
  • •   Advanced IT proficiency (Copilot, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for reporting and presentations.
  • •   Self-starter with problem-solving skills; adaptable under pressure and changing requirements.
     

Salary:

$81,332 – $101,664 annual base salary

*This represents the expected hiring range and does not represent the full pay range for this position. The salary offered may be higher than the posted range depending on several factors such as relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

 

What We Offer:

  • •   Comprehensive Health & Dental Coverage – 100% employer-paid
  • •   Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential support for employees and their families – 100% employer-paid
  • •   Paid Time Off – Vacation, personal, and sick days
  • •   Retirement Savings – Employer-matching RSP program - up to 6% of base pay
  • •   Professional Growth – Learning & development reimbursement for memberships, conferences, and courses
  • •   Employee Discount – Access to discounts for various retailers through Perkopolis

 

Other Considerations:

During this time, Waterfront Toronto is operating in a hybrid work environment. Employees are currently required to work in our office three days per week and have the option to work remotely for the remainder of the week. This is subject to change by the Corporation.
 

Application Process:


Candidates should email their résumé and cover letter, together in one (1) PDF document to: careers@waterfrontoronto.ca, quoting File #25-28.

Please indicate in your cover letter how you learned about the job posting and include the specific site or network.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
 

Note on Future Opportunities:

While we review applications for this role, we encourage all qualifying candidates to apply. Your application may be considered for future similar opportunities that become available. By submitting your application to us, you agree that we may consider you for an upcoming similar opportunity and can reach out to you should the opportunity arise.

Waterfront Toronto is an equal opportunity employer, committed to representing the diversity of the city of Toronto on our team and fostering an inclusive workplace. To this effect, you are encouraged to reflect upon the diversity you would bring to the role within your application, including, but not limited to, identifying with one or more of the under-represented groups identified within the Ontario Human Rights Code. We will provide equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment. If you require accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code or Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) at any stage of the recruitment process, please advise and we will work with you to meet your needs, up to the point of undue hardship.
 

AI Disclaimer:

AI-assisted tools may be used to support and streamline parts of the recruitment process. However, all applications are individually reviewed, and all hiring decisions are made by our human team to ensure fairness and accuracy.