Located within the traditional land of the Anishnaabek, Haudenosaunee and Wendat-Wyandot-Wyandotte peoples, the Town of The Blue Mountains is a four-season community with stunning natural features, including the Niagara Escarpment, Beaver Valley and the Georgian Bay shoreline. Internationally recognized as a four-season tourism destination, The Blue Mountains offers a high-quality lifestyle that caters to families looking to build a solid foundation, adventurers looking to go off the beaten path and relaxation seekers taking in and experiencing the very best the area has to offer.

The Town is looking for people with a shared commitment to building a sustainable community, as well as shared values of integrity, inclusivity, excellence, accountability, and stewardship for the well‑being of our residents.

Come gain a unique experience in the 2nd fastest growing municipality in Canada

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Supervisor of Accounting & Budgets, the Financial Analyst is responsible for supporting the Town's Asset Management and the administration of the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) program. The position maintains asset inventory and lifecycle information, supports asset management planning, and administers MAT reporting and compliance activities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Asset Management Administration

- Provide asset updates to the Senior GIS Specialist regarding the Town's asset inventory registry, including recording asset acquisitions, transfers and retirements.
- Assist with the development, implementation and maintenance of asset management plans, including the collection and analysis of asset condition, maintenance, replacement cost, lifecycle, risk and level of service information.




- Assist with asset condition assessments, inventory reviews, data validation and continuous improvement initiatives for the Asset Management System
- Support the collection and analysis of asset management information for grant applications, Development Charges Background Studies, strategic plans, infrastructure studies, and other corporate planning initiatives.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting municipal asset management and assist with implementation activities and compliance reporting requirements, including requirements under the Infrastructure for Jobs and Prosperity Act, Municipal Act, Development Charges Act, and Ontario asset management regulations.

Capital Asset Financial Support

- Monitor capital project expenditures and assist in preparing asset-related financial analyses, reconciliations and reports.
- Assist with capital budget preparation.
- Support the annual preparation of recent asset valuation, amortization, asset assumptions, retirements and inventory records for year-end audit and financial statements.

Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) Administration

- Administer the financial, compliance, reporting, and reconciliation functions of the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) program.
- Prepare and maintain monthly inventories of Short-Term Accommodation operators, property management companies,



and accommodation providers using CloudPermit and other municipal records.
- Prepare and maintain reporting templates and revenue tracking schedules for accommodation providers and property management companies.
- Follow up with accommodation providers regarding outstanding remittances and reporting requirements, including written correspondence and telephone contact.
- Calculate MAT obligations in cases of non-compliance and coordinate the addition of outstanding amounts to property tax accounts in accordance with approved procedures and applicable by‑laws and issue correspondence.
- Respond to inquiries from accommodation providers, management companies, Town staff, and members of the public regarding MAT requirements, remittance obligations, reporting processes, and outstanding balances.
- Liaise with By-law Services regarding Short-Term Accommodation licensing matters and outstanding MAT obligations.
- Perform monthly reconciliations between MAT reporting records and the General Ledger.
- Prepare monthly MAT revenue reports and supporting analysis for management and the Blue Mountain Village Association (BMVA).
- Maintain MAT financial records, procedures, compliance documentation, and reporting schedules.
- Monitor MAT compliance, prepare revenue and remittance analyses and reports, and recommend process improvements related to program administration, reporting, collections, and compliance activities.

Analytical and Technical Support

- Provide asset management, capital asset, and MAT-related analytical and technical support to departments across the organization.
- Research and compile information r

📌 Financial Analyst (Thornbury)
🏢 Town of Blue Mountains
📍 Thornbury