Driving Strategic Decisions to Support Ontario's Natural Resources!Join our dynamic team and use your strategic thinking, financial expertise, and planning skills to help shape the future of Ontario's natural resources. Together, we'll support evidence-based decision-making, optimize financial resources, and strengthen ministry programs.
About the jobAs part of the Fiscal and Corporate Planning section, you'll provide expert advice and analysis to support business strategy, fiscal planning, and program evaluation. Every day will be a little different, but you can expect to:
coordinate ministry forecasting and business planning submissions, ensuring alignment with financial principles and government requirements
work within the OPS Financial Management System (ORBIT) to ensure accuracy of the ministry's budget and financial reporting.
advise senior leaders and central agencies on strategic business, financial, and program planning
analyze data to support evidence-based decisions, performance measurement, risk management, and investment strategies
guide and mentor staff, manage financial reports, and recommend actions to stay within budget and legal spending limits
develop and implement financial tools and processes to help programs make the most of their resources
What you bring to the teamFiscal planning and strategic analysis expertiseYou are skilled in:
interpreting and applying government policies, legislation, and priorities related to business planning, budgeting, and fiscal management
conducting evidence-based program analysis, developing funding scenarios, and assessing financial and operational risks
managing budgeting processes, forecasting expenditures, and using financial systems to support decision-making
providing strategic funding and investment recommendations to senior leaders
Analytical thinking and problem-solving skillsYou can:
identify and prioritize business planning challenges and recommend practical solutions
provide strategic advice to support ministry planning, funding, and financial management




analyze complex data to uncover trends, risks, and opportunities that inform program decisions
advise on investment and spending priorities to support effective funding strategies
Communication and collaboration skillsYou are a clear communicator who can:
write explicit, concise reports, business cases, and recommendations
deliver engaging presentations and confidently share advice with stakeholders
build strong relationships and collaborate effectively to resolve financial issues and meet deadlines
handle sensitive situations with diplomacy, tact, and political awareness
Organizational, project support and technology skillsYou can:
organize and manage projects effectively, ensuring priorities are met and deadlines are achieved
support program teams by sharing financial tools, guidance, and requirements
use software like Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint and financial systems (e.G., IFIS, Hyperion) for analysis, reporting, and financial planning and decision making
Don't meet every qualification?If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibilityWe are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations,



gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.
Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
accessibility
Anti-Racism Policy
What we offerThe Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:
a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups
tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more
Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package includes:
a defined-benefit lifetime pension plan (guaranteed, ongoing inflation-protected income after retirement)
group health, dental, life and disability benefits
a range of vacation and leave options
an Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides confidential counseling services
Additional informationAddress:1 English Permanent, 300 Water St, Peterborough, East Region
If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at www.Gojobs.Gov.On.Ca/ContactUs.Aspx to provide your contact information. The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code.
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📌 Business Strategy, Decision Support And Fiscal Planning Advisor (Madawaska Valley)
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