Budget Coordinator

Location: Kingston, ON (Hybrid, 3 days on-site)

Language: Strong written and verbal English communication required

Duration: 15-month contract (starting June)

Background Check Requirement: Not specified

 

About the Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative planning and budgeting team within a respected public sector environment. You’ll play a key role in coordinating a complex, organization-wide budgeting process that directly impacts how resources are allocated across multiple departments and programs.

Working closely with senior analysts, leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders, you’ll help ensure financial data is accurate, structured, and meaningful. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with large datasets, improving processes, and contributing to transparent, effective financial planning that supports long-term institutional success.

What’s in it for You

You’ll join a close-knit team that values collaboration, curiosity, and continuous improvement. There is strong mentorship within the group and the opportunity to refine advanced Excel and data analysis skills in a meaningful, high-impact environment.

This role offers exposure to large-scale budgeting and forecasting processes, along with the chance to contribute ideas that enhance efficiency and accuracy. It’s a great fit for someone who enjoys solving problems and working in a purpose-driven organization.

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll coordinate the end-to-end budgeting cycle, including preparing templates and consolidating submissions across departments
• You’ll review and validate large volumes of financial data, identifying discrepancies and ensuring accuracy in reporting
• You’ll support stakeholders by guiding them through the budget process and answering questions along the way
• You’ll develop and maintain budget models, including salary projections and resource allocation frameworks
• You’ll prepare reports and analysis to support leadership decision-making and planning initiatives
• You’ll look for opportunities to improve processes, leveraging Excel to automate checks and enhance efficiency
  

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or budgeting
• Strong proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables, large datasets, and data validation techniques
• Solid understanding of financial principles, including GAAP and budgeting processes
• Experience with enterprise financial systems such as PeopleSoft is an asset
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work across diverse stakeholder groups
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to manage deadlines and complex data

 

Why Partner with Altis

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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.