Intern - Financial Analyst, Budgets & Tax Policy
Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.
Looking for an exciting job opportunity that will launch your career? Halton Region’s internship program provides a paid one-year professional opportunity that allows you to gain valuable experience and build the skill set you need to build a successful career.
The internship position will be onsite. The opportunity to participate in Halton’s Hybrid work program may be discussed with your supervisor.
Posting ID: 4945
Department: Finance
Division: Budgets & Tax Policy
Compensation: $58,887 + 3 weeks' paid vacation and partial benefits (health & dental)
Job Type: Intern
Contract Duration: June 8, 2026 t0 June 4, 2027
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville (Finance)
Employee Group: OCT
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Posting Date: February 10th, 2026
Application Deadline: February 24th, 2026
To be eligible to apply for an intern position, you must meet the following criteria:
- Legally entitled to work in Canada.
- In possession of a Social Insurance Number at time of hire.
- You have graduated or will graduate with a recognized post-secondary degree or diploma, post-graduate certificate or diploma between January 2025 and June 2026.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Manager, Financial Planning & Health Budgets, this position will support the Budgets & Tax Policy division throughout the annual budget process through the coordination and consolidation of information, models, tables, and text. This position will also support the variance reporting process and assist with other financial analysis as required.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Support the development of the annual budget including updating models, formatting tables, consolidating data, and editing and proof-reading the Budget & Business Plan.
- Assist with the variance reporting process including consolidating data, supporting Financial Analysts in program reviews and preparing financial analysis.
- Prepare analysis to assist with year-end tasks.
- Undertake financial analysis related to Regional programs and special projects.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications
Essential
- Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Economics or Accounting.
- Knowledge of general accounting and auditing procedures such as: balancing and reconciling of accounts; payment processes; financial statement preparation; financing; budgeting; and general financial controls.
- Experience planning and implementing work in an organized manner and work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary environment.
- Demonstrate excellent communication, financial analysis and problem solving skills, including attention to detail.
- Strong time management skills and able to manage work flow in order to complete work on time and as expected.
- Intermediate/Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) with an emphasis on Excel.
Preferred
- Knowledge of enterprise based financial systems. Experience with SAP management information system would be an asset.
Important information about your application:
- In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
- Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.
- Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
- We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
- Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
- If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.
Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to the delivery of high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. As an intern at Halton, you will gain professional growth and development working alongside your mentors. You will be part of a progressive, service-focused and award winning employer.
