Senior Accounting Policy Analyst

Job summary

Develop and provide expert advice on complex accounting policies and the application of Public Sector Accounting Standards across the Ontario Public Service. Lead accounting projects and research best practices across jurisdictions to support sound financial reporting and government-wide financial management.

Job details

Be the Expert Behind Ontario's Financial Integrity. 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 Ministry 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. • Learn more about the ministry here About the Division The Office of the Provincial Controller Division ensures effective financial management, accounting, and control of programs, activities, and resources. We pride ourselves on delivering timely and accurate advice to keep everything running smoothly. About the job What You'll Do: • 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. What you bring to the team Financial and Accounting Knowledge You have: • Expert knowledge of financial and accounting principles, supported by a professional accounting designation. • Specialized understanding of PSAB standards, consolidation, and accrual accounting. • Strong research and analytical skills, with experience reviewing publications from PSAB and IASB. • 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. Research and Analytical Skills You can: • Provide expert accounting policy advice and conduct in-depth research on best practices across jurisdictions. • Assess new 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. Communication and Presentation Skills You have: • Clear communication skills to explain analysis and recommendations to senior leaders and staff. • Experience preparing presentations, reports, and financial documents. • Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with colleagues across government and other jurisdictions. • Negotiation skills to help resolve complex accounting issues. Project Management and Computer Skills You have: • Proven ability to manage projects and resolve complex issues. • Proficiency with MS Office tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 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 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. 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 Additional information Address: 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 7 Queens Park Cr, Toronto, Toronto Region Compensation Group:Management Compensation Plan Schedule: 6 Category: Finance and Economics Posted on: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 Note: The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions. T-TB-243635/26 How to apply: You must apply online. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources. Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us. Read the job description to make sure you understand this job. OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours. Remember: The deadline to apply is Friday, September 25, 2026 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Develop and provide expert advice on complex accounting policies and the application of Public Sector Accounting Standards across the Ontario Public Service. Lead accounting projects and research best practices across jurisdictions to support sound financial reporting and government-wide financial management.

Requirements

Requires a professional accounting designation and expert knowledge of PSAB standards, consolidation, and accrual accounting. Candidates must possess strong analytical, communication, and project management skills to advise senior leadership and collaborate across ministries.

Listed skills

• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• MS-Office · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Public Sector Accounting Standards
• Financial Reporting
• Accounting Policy Development
• Accrual Accounting
• Consolidation
• Research and Analysis
• Project Management
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Briefing Material Preparation
• Negotiation
• MS Office
• Financial Management

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Government & Public Sector
• Management & Leadership
• Consulting