The City of Markham is currently accepting applications for the temporary full-time position (2.5 year contract) of CPA Associate in the Financial Services Department, Corporate Services Commission. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter online (https://www.markham.ca/careers) by May 14, 2024.
Focused on onboarding a new graduate looking to develop qualifying practical experience to attain the CPA designation, the CPA Associate at the City of Markham will be participating in agreed-upon rotations in various parts of the Financial Services Department. In consultation with their Supervisor, the rotations and corresponding responsibilities, tasks, projects, etc. will be designed to progressively fulfil the qualifying practical experience required to attain the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation. The City will support and guide the CPA Associate in designing details of the rotation and in undertaking the required reporting. The CPA Associate will also be supported in terms of professional development and mentorship activities required to attain the CPA designation.
Areas within the Financial Services Department within which the CPA Associate can undertake rotations include, but may not be limited to, financial planning and budgeting, accounting and reporting, tax and other revenue policy and administration, development finance, investment management, procurement, and financial transactions (e.g., accounts payable, payroll.
Major Responsibilities:
Research, Analysis and Policy Development & Implementation:
For example, with respect to financial reporting:
For example, with respect to development finance:
For example, with respect to procurement:
For example, with respect to financial planning:
Operations and Transactions Management:
For example, with respect to financial transactions and reporting:
For example, with respect to financial planning:
For example, with respect to development finance:
Liaison, Communications, and Customer Service Activities:
Other Duties:
Key Qualifications:
The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to ensure a barrier free hiring process.