Financial Business Analyst - ITS - FT Admin Contract

Job summary

Analyze and forecast project and operating budgets, prepare financial reports, and lead month-end, quarterly, and annual reporting processes. Advise business leaders with financial insights, identify risks and opportunities, improve reporting processes, and support cross-functional initiatives.

Job details

Find Your Spot at Humber At Humber, we are a vibrant, diverse community of professionals dedicated to providing an exceptional learning experience for our students. Through our strategic vision and exciting new brand Builders of Brilliance , we are co-constructing a new model of polytechnic education for Ontario, Canada, and the world. We are committed to ensuring that Humber offers the right programs and the most effective teaching and learning approaches to prepare exceptional leaders for our industries and communities. To achieve our vision, we take finding and developing the right talent very seriously. We offer a collegial, collaborative, inclusive environment in which each individual is supported in growing and bringing their best each day. If you are excited by the prospect of contributing to our vision for learning, if you would like to be part of building a new model of polytechnic education, of ‘building brilliance’, in one of Canada’s preeminent higher education institutions, then here is your opportunity to join our dynamic team. Job Details Position Title: Business Analyst – Financial Business Analyst Status: Full-Time Administration Contract Hours: 37.5 hours per week Faculty/Department: Information Technology Services Campus/Location: North Campus – must be comfortable working hybrid, a minimum of four (4) days on-site. Minimum Starting Salary: $97,491; starting salaries are determined based on qualifications and years of related experience. Duration of Need: Until March 31, 2028 About The Information Technology Services At Humber Information Technology Services provides leadership for the continuous development of digital experiences delivered on a secure, flexible, and dependable IT environment built on a foundation of transparency, collaboration, client focus, and respect. Together we transform client ideas into results, leverage technology to enable student engagement and success, support students and employees in the journey of discovery, deliver integrated digital solutions to improve collaboration and communication across the Humber community, and improve business processes to enable better decision-making. Digital Innovation, Information Technology Services is always striving to enhance the digital experience for students, staff, and visitors. About The Financial Business Analyst Role Under the direction of the ITS Business Operations Lead, the Business Analyst plays a pivotal role in driving financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making. This position involves working closely with leadership to evaluate financial performance, forecast future trends, and provide actionable insights to optimize business performance. Key Duties Analyze, track & forecast expenditures for project and operating budgets, as required. Review, analyze and prepare financial summaries & reports for Senior Leadership and Executives. Liaise with Management & various internal or external resource personnel as required. Oversee organization of budget data into appropriate budget files & systems. Maintain strict confidentiality of budget data relative to more sensitive data, e.g., salary/contract costs. Lead the preparation of month-end, quarterly, and annual reporting processes & procedures. Identify financial/business risks and/or opportunities, providing recommendations to mitigate risk and leverage opportunities. Identify, distinguish and analyze financial activities and provide insights and recommendations to support strategic decision making. Leverage advanced analytics tools and techniques to support decision-making. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance data accuracy and reporting efficiency. Act as a financial advisor to business leaders by providing insights and recommendations. Support cross-functional projects and initiatives with financial expertise. Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Position Type FT Administration Deadline to Apply October 15th, 2026 Job Posting 10/1/26 About You You are passionate about working at Ontario's largest Polytechnic; you thrive on improving productivity and quality that contribute to team success! If this sounds like you, keep reading: Education Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field. Experience/Skills Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in financial or business analysis, preferably in a complex or fast-paced environment. Demonstrated experience in monthly financial reporting, including budget forecasting and variance analysis. Proficiency in advanced Excel and business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI). Experience in waterfall and agile methodologies, an asset. Well-developed analytical, time management & organizational skills to thrive in busy office environment with multiple & sometimes competing deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to translate complex financial data into clear and actionable insights. Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! At Humber Polytechnic we don't just accept difference we celebrate it! Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and a progressive mindset goes a long way at Humber. If your experience is close to what we're looking for, consider applying and tell us why you are a great candidate for this job. Find your Spot at Humber! What's in it for you? An opportunity to be a part of building Humber's future. Be part of a diverse, hard-working, and supportive team. Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job. Amazing perks! We thank you for your interest in working with Humber Polytechnic. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Humber Polytechnic is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment. Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. Humber’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers. Accommodation Humber Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request. Anti-Discrimination Statement At Humber Polytechnic, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment (humanrights@humber.ca).

What you’ll do

Analyze and forecast project and operating budgets, prepare financial reports, and lead month-end, quarterly, and annual reporting processes. Advise business leaders with financial insights, identify risks and opportunities, improve reporting processes, and support cross-functional initiatives.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field and 5–7 years of financial or business analysis experience are required. Candidates should have experience with monthly reporting, budget forecasting, and variance analysis, proficiency in advanced Excel and business intelligence tools such as Power BI, and strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder-engagement skills.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Power BI · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Financial Analysis
• Budget Forecasting
• Variance Analysis
• Financial Reporting
• Advanced Excel
• Power BI
• Data Analytics
• Risk Analysis
• Process Improvement
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Strategic Decision-Making
• Communication
• Time Management
• Organizational Skills
• Waterfall Methodology
• Agile Methodology

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Data & Analytics
• Technology
• Education
• Administrative