Are you passionate about public service and skilled in technical accounting?

The Controllership

Policy and Accounting Consultation Branch is looking for motivated professionals to help tackle complex accounting issues and provide expert advice to senior leaders across government. In this role, you'll help shape accounting policy and support sound financial management across the Ontario Public Service.

The Treasury Board

Secretariat leads government-wide efforts in financial and human resource management. It sets policies, oversees spending, and drives transformation across the Ontario Public Service. ~ The Office of the Provincial Controller Division ensures effective financial management, accounting, and control of programs, activities, and resources. Develop briefing materials and provide expert advice on complex accounting policies.

Advise senior leaders on applying Public Sector Accounting Standards to new programs. Stay current on accounting standards and keep leadership informed of key updates. Research accounting practices in other jurisdictions and recommend policy changes.

Review proposals to assess accounting impacts and support sound financial reporting. Lead accounting projects for the Province, including the implementation of new accounting standards. Collaborate across government to support planning, budgeting, and policy initiatives.

Financial and Accounting Knowledge Expert knowledge of financial and accounting principles, supported by a professional accounting designation. Specialized understanding of PSAB standards, consolidation, and accrual accounting. The ability to collaborate with professionals and senior leaders across ministries to solve complex accounting policy issues.

Experience developing accounting policies, procedures, and guidelines in a corporate or government setting.



Provide expert accounting policy advice and conduct in-depth research on best practices across jurisdictions. Assess current programs and initiatives to identify financial and accounting impacts on the fiscal plan and financial statements.

Use sound judgment to manage multiple projects and handle sensitive information effectively. Clear communication skills to explain analysis and recommendations to senior leaders and staff. Negotiation skills to help resolve complex accounting issues.

Project

Management and Computer Skills Proven ability to manage projects and resolve complex issues. Proficiency with MS Office tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility We 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. diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives Anti-Racism Policy 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 7 Queens Park Cr, Toronto, Toronto Region Finance and Economics These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments.

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📌 Senior Accounting Policy Analyst (Toronto)
🏢 Treasury Board Secretariat | Secrétariat du Conseil du Trésor
📍 Toronto