Accounting and Financial Reporting Supervisor

 

ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL REPORTING SUPERVISOR

The City of Belleville, known as the ‘Friendly City’, is located at the mouth of the Moira River where it meets the picturesque Bay of Quinte. Experience world-class fishing, boating, cycling, and walking along approximately 14 kilometers of waterfront trails. Situated between Toronto and Montreal, and less than one hour from the U.S. border, the City truly is at the center of it all.

Approximately 56,000 people make Belleville their home and over 220,000 live within 30 minutes of the City. We are in close proximity to Prince Edward County where you can discover award winning wineries and numerous beaches including Sandbanks Provincial Park. We are home to Loyalist College of Applied Arts and Technology as well as Albert College, Canada’s oldest co-ed boarding independent private school. The historic downtown core provides numerous restaurants, shopping and live music and theater venues for an amazing cultural experience. Our inviting blend of small town warmth and big city amenities, quality of life and affordable housing make Belleville the perfect place to live, work and play. More information is available at

Currently, the City of Belleville has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, strategic, and dynamic individual to join our Finance Department as an Accounting and Financial Reporting Supervisor. Position Type: Permanent Full Time
Number of Positions: One (1)
Department: Finance Department
File Number: SV26-23
Location: City Hall (169 Front Street, Belleville, ON)
Hours: 35 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm, with additional hours as required
Employee Group : Non-Union
Salary: Grade 7 ($106,146.05-$126,364.78 per year), salary above range may be considered based on candidate experience
Closing Date: Friday, September 18, 2026 at 4:30 PM PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Reporting to the Manager of Finance/Deputy Treasurer, the Accounting and Financial Reporting Supervisor is responsible for supporting the City’s corporate accounting functions, including coordination of year-end audit activities, month-end finance procedures, and the development and maintenance of financial policies, procedures, and internal controls. This role provides leadership within the Finance Department by supporting and coordinating departmental initiatives related to budgeting, financial reporting, and continuous improvement.

As a key member of the Finance leadership team, the Accounting and Financial Reporting Supervisor works closely with the City’s Senior Leadership Team and departmental management to provide guidance, training, and support on financial processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong financial stewardship across the organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position will:

• Coordinate the City’s year-end audit process, including preparing and reviewing working papers, schedules, and supporting documentation; ensuring compliance with Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS) and internal controls; responding to auditor inquiries; and ensuring all submissions are complete and accurate.
• Lead month-end and quarter-end procedures, ensuring timely and accurate completion of reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting requirements.
• Prepare, review, and approve journal entries.
• Coordinate the preparation of annual financial statements and the Financial Information Return (FIR).
• Analyze and report on financial and operational data, including reserves, reserve funds, deferred revenues, and other key financial indicators.
• Oversee onboarding and financial system access for new staff, ensuring appropriate permissions and training.
• Provide financial guidance, training, and support to City departments to strengthen understanding of accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting requirements.
• Support the Manager of Finance/Deputy Treasurer in departmental planning, operational analysis, and strategic financial initiatives.
• Assist in the development, review, and coordination of operating and capital budgets, providing analytical support and ensuring alignment with corporate financial objectives.
• Collaborate with departments to improve budgeting processes, enhance financial literacy, and support long-term financial planning.
• Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives within the Finance Department, identifying opportunities to streamline processes, enhance internal controls, and improve financial reporting.
• Conduct research on emerging PSAS updates and best financial practices, recommending policy or procedural changes as required.
• Support corporate projects and initiatives requiring financial expertise, including system enhancements, business process reviews, and cross-departmental working groups as directed by the Manager of Finance/Deputy Treasurer.
• Prepare financial analyses and reports as directed by the Manager of Finance/Deputy Treasurer.
• Provide relief to the Manager of Finance/Deputy Treasurer as appropriate.
• Provide coverage and support to the City’s Asset Management Division for the administration of incoming grants, initiating applications, assessing project eligibility, preparing claims and year-end reports, and tracking compliance with program requirements.
• Perform all tasks and responsibilities through the lens of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, ensuring commitment to fairness, representation, accessibility and respect for diverse perspectives and cultures in all aspects of work.

Note:  the above duties and responsibilities are not to be construed as all-inclusive.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/SPECIALIZED SKILLS:
Minimum Qualifications:

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
• Four (4) years university degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (“CRC”) prior to commencing work at the City of Belleville.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AMCTO Municipal Administration Program or Municipal Financial Administration Program, and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

WORK EXPERIENCE:
Required Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of PSAS and municipal financial legislation (e.g., Municipal Act, 2001).
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in corporate accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and audit coordination within a public sector or similarly complex work environment.
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, paired with independent decision-making, sound judgment, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel for modeling and data analysis.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including coaching, mentoring, and conflict resolution.
• Knowledge of public-sector financial practices, reporting requirements, and financial information systems.
• Experience preparing business reports, presentations, and technical documents for diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

 

• Three (3) years of experience in municipal finance or public-sector administration.
• Experience with financial ERP software.
• Experience with project coordination and process improvement initiatives.
• Supervisory experience in a unionized environment.

 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Competitive market salary

• Competitive employer-paid extended health benefits

• OMERS Pension Plan
• Live, work, and play in the beautiful city of Belleville and experience all that it has to offer.

HOW TO APPLY:

We thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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The City of Belleville is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Division to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

Personal information and any supporting material will be administered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA).