Role overview

Finance Student Temporary Full-Time (January 4 - April 2027) J1026-0031

The Town of New Tecumseth is looking for a Finance Student to join our rapidly growing team.

Why work with us?

Our growing community, identified as one of the fastest growing municipalities by Statistics Canada, located about an hour north of Toronto, offers beautiful rural and urban landscapes and diverse opportunities to work in a technologically progressive, public environment.

What we promise:

optional enrollment in OMERS pension plan
free gym membership at Town recreation centres
professional development opportunities

Reporting to the Manager, Financial Services, this position is responsible for supporting the revenue, accounts payable and procurement units to meet service delivery needs. This will include backfilling activities, performing analytical work and supporting staff on financial services initiatives.

How you contribute to our organization:

Support the revenue, accounts payable, and procurement teams during peak periods such as property tax, and utility due dates, including setting up new accounts, processing invoices, creating purchase orders, and responding to customer and vendor inquiries.
Perform financial analysis, including account reconciliations, supplier and spend analysis, open purchase order reviews, and process mapping.
Assist in developing and improving financial models, such as user fees and rates.
Compile data and help prepare reports for Senior Management, including monthly purchasing card reporting.
Review purchasing card transactions, invoices, and low-value procurements for compliance with Town policies and applicable legislation.
Administer low-value procurement programs, such as store accounts, purchasing cards, fuel cards, uniform orders, and cell phone tracking.
Help monitor legislative and industry developments affecting municipal finance and procurement.
Provide general administrative support to the Finance team.

What you bring to the team:

Enrolled in a post-secondary institution in an approved co-op program, pursuing a diploma or degree in Business or Accounting
1-2 years of experience in an office environment preferred
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, preferably having in-depth knowledge of MS Excel
Knowledge of financial applications would be an asset

Salary: $20.05 - $22.27, plus 4% vacation pay and optional enrolment in OMERS pension plan

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Location: Town Hall - 24 Tupper St. W, Alliston

Start Date: January 4, 2027

Reason:This position is posted to fill 1 open vacancy

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and copies of the required credentials (high school diploma, training, etc) by October 23rd.

We thank you for your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Information collected will be used solely for the purpose of candidate selection, in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Privacy Act.

The Town of New Tecumseth is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted for an interview, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.