FINANCE TRAINEE - Senior Services & Long-Term Care (Work Based Learning Program)

Initiative: City of Toronto Trainee Jobs 

Requisition ID: 3179 

Employer: City of Toronto - Various divisions 

Job Location: Canada (CA) 

Additional Location Details:Toronto - Various location 

Job Stream: Business/Finance 

Job Type: Contract, Full-Time 

Wage: $24.10 - $26.26, TFT007

Number of Positions Open: 4 

Duration: 5 Months 

Posting End Date: 08/01/2025 

Travel Required: Occasional 

Educational Requirements:High School or GED 

Job Description

Toronto is home to more than 2.9 million people whose diversity and experiences make Toronto Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture, and innovation, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses. A workplace where growth is fostered and diversity is celebrated, a team of approximately 42,000 employees is the driving force behind the City’s ability to deliver programs and services to residents, businesses and visitors. Join the award-winning Toronto Public Service as a Finance Trainee, providing administrative support and assistance as part of a Work Based Learning Program.

Please Note: The applicant pool from this job posting will be used for work-based learning financial opportunities in the Senior Services & Long-Term Care division.

Major Responsibilities:

Your primary responsibilities as a Finance Trainee will be varied. Specifically, you will:

• Assist with accounting/purchasing /budget duties.
• Assist with the compilation of accounting/purchasing/ budget and statistical information.
• Performs computer related tasks such as data entry in SAP, Excel spreadsheets, Word documents, etc.
• Assist in processing purchasing documents, payments, invoices, collections, etc.
• Enters and updates and matches financial data, account information, etc.
• Assist in processing accounts, billings, collections, etc.
• Collect, compile, extracts and organizes data for others to use/analyze
• Assist with calculations and the preparation of financial statements.
• Distributes documentation, files, and photocopies
• Responds to enquiries by referring to appropriate staff.
• Assist with filing, tracking and retrieval of documents/files
• Assists with packing, lifting, moving, and unpacking deliveries/supplies
• Provide support to Accounting Assistants in their appropriate functions, e.g. timely processing of invoices, petty cash reimbursements, grants, transfers of funds and any other payment documents, inputting data for journal entries, reconciliation of accounts, invoice and credit memo processing, payments and deposits, customer refunds, vendor information updates and other related tasks.
• Assist in testing business transactions or processes to be followed in the financial system as well as updating policies and procedures for these processes. 

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

•  Experience in accounting or finance administration or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong Computer skills including experience in the use of Microsoft Office (i.e. MS Word Excel, PowerPoint).

You must also have:

• Strong Mathematical and analytical skills.
• Very good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with staff and clients in an efficient and diplomatic manner, both in person and over the phone.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work under time constraints and meet deadlines.

Notes:

IT background is an asset.

Paralegal experience is an asset.

Knowledge on compliance, audits, governance and standardization is an asset.

If successful, a Police Reference Check and TB/Immunization clearance will be required.

Please submit your resume demonstrating your qualifications for the role and indicate on your cover letter the program to which you are applying.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.

Accommodation

The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.

How to Apply

If you meet the qualifications above and are interested in applying to this position, please click "Apply now" to upload your resume and cover letter. We thank you for your interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  For further assistance, please contact TESSpartnerships@toronto.ca.