Financial Analyst

Company Description

The Town of Stony Plain is the local government authority responsible for planning and delivering municipal services in Stony Plain, a Canadian urban community of approximately 18,000 people on the traditional Indigenous lands of Treaty 6 peoples.

Join a team committed to responsible stewardship of public resources and long-term community sustainability! The Town of Stony Plain has a permanent full-time position available for a Financial Analyst to support our Corporate Services team and play a pivotal role in supporting informed decision making across the organization.

Reporting to the Senior Financial Analyst, this position provides financial analysis, modeling, forecasting, and grant oversight to support strategic and operational decisions. This position plays a key role in development of operating and capital budgets, long range financial planning, utility rate and funding models, and corporate financial reporting. The Financial Analyst delivers timely, accurate and insightful financial information that enables proactive responses to fiscal pressures, policy change, and strategic opportunities.

For complete details, please refer to our job description.

• Has strong analytical capability
• Is able to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights
• Demonstrates advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modelling
• Has a strong understanding of ERP systems and budgeting tools
• Has the proven ability to research, evaluate, and implement system functionalities and enhancements
• Exhibits high attention to detail while maintaining strategic perspective
• Can communicate and collaborate effectively in cross-departmental settings

• Post‑secondary degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline
• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, planning, or budgeting
• Experience working with modern attribute‑based accounting systems
• Demonstrated experience with budget development, financial modelling, forecasting, and data analysis

• Completion of a CPA, CFA Level 1, MBA, or related designation
• Experience working in a municipal or broader public setting
• Exposure to capital planning, grants management, and financial reporting systems

Based on a 35‑hour work week, the salary range for this position is $85,267 - $108,472 per annum. The Town offers an excellent 100% employer‑paid benefit package, as well as enrollment in the Local Authorities Pension Plan.

• Competitive compensation
• 100% employer‑paid benefits package
• Local Authorities Pension Plan
• Childcare assistance
• Wellness allowance
• Trans Alta Tri Leisure corporate membership
• Professional development opportunities
• In‑House Leadership Development Program
• Social Club

March 18, 2026.

The Town of Stony Plain will assess all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, or family status. We believe that the diversity of our staff serves as a strength and benefit to our community.