Turn complex financial information into strategic advice that supports health-care planning and decision-making across Ontario.

About the job In this role, you will turn complex financial information into practical insights that support sound business planning and decision-making. You will work with partners across the ministry to provide timely advice, reporting and recommendations.

As a Business and Fiscal Planning Analyst, you will:

- advise management and staff on financial planning
- support budgeting, forecasting, expenditure management and reporting
- analyze financial information and program objectives
- develop analysis and recommendations to support program performance, effectiveness and value-for-money assessments
- prepare reports that support senior management decisions
- recommend solutions to financial and business planning issues

Fiscal Oversight & Performance Branch (FOPB)

FOPB is at the center of the ministry's financial planning, expenditure management and performance management activities. The branch provides strategic analysis, fiscal oversight, and evidence-based advice that help shape key decisions, support accountability, and drive results across the ministry.

We are hiring for positions in two units, each supporting the ministry's fiscal planning and oversight responsibilities:

What you bring to the team

Financial Expertise

You have

- knowledge of financial management principles, policies, processes and frameworks
- experience with budgeting, expenditure forecasting, cost-benefit analysis and variance and risk analysis
- knowledge of financial reporting, performance measurement and program analysis
- knowledge of performance measurement principles, frameworks and indicators used to assess program outcomes and effectiveness
- experience evaluating budgets, forecasts, financial performance and cost efficiency
- proficiency with spreadsheets and financial management systems, such as IFIS, to analyze and monitor financial information

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

You can





- interpret and apply financial directives and policies
- analyze financial issues, variances, funding pressures and risks
- assess impacts and develop mitigation strategies
- evaluate financial performance and identify cost efficiencies
- synthesize information from multiple data sources to develop insights and recommendations for decision-makers
- provide timely advice and recommendations to senior management

Communication, Interpersonal and Influencing Skills

You can

- prepare and present briefing notes, business cases, submissions and financial reports
- prepare analytical reports, dashboards and presentations that communicate complex information clearly and effectively
- explain complex financial information to technical and non-technical audiences
- use word-processing and presentation software to communicate information clearly
- collaborate with colleagues to gather information and address complex issues
- build relationships with ministry managers and central agency partners

Coordination and Planning Skills

You can

- organize priorities, coordinate information from multiple sources and meet deadlines
- apply project planning and management techniques
- gather data, analyze findings and contribute to project teams
- coordinate the collection, validation and analysis of information from multiple sources to support reporting and decision-making
- support cross-functional projects involving financial analysis, performance measurement and program review activities
- take initiative and work independently and collaboratively

Additional information

Address: 438 University Ave, Toronto

How to apply:

Please apply online, only, at www.ontario.ca/careers, quoting Job ID 248629, by Tuesday, October 20th, 2026. Please follow the instructions to submit your application.

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.

📌 Business and Fiscal Planning Analyst (Toronto)
🏢 Health | Santé
📍 Toronto