Senior Financial Analyst
$90,310–$110,370 year
HybridToronto, Ontario, Canada or Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Job Summary
Conduct first-level review of monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements, identifying trends, variances, and potential issues impacting accuracy and timeliness. Proactively analyze cost centre performance against budget, identify variances, and recommend forecasting adjustments to optimize resource allocation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information, identify discrepancies, and facilitate timely resolutions to ensure accurate financial analyses. Prepare the monthly Salaries and Benefits allocation journal entry, review reconciliations and journal entries, and perform in-depth reviews of timesheet data to flag discrepancies. Participate in the development and review of the organization's annual budget, prepare and analyze quarterly reports for external parties, and prepare accurate audit documentation. Analyze existing financial processes to identify inefficiencies, recommend solutions, and drive continuous improvement. Review the weekly payment run, ensure proper authorization, and provide back-up support to the Payroll Specialist during absences. This role offers a competitive salary range of $90,310 to $110,370 per year with a hybrid work schedule requiring a minimum of two days onsite.
Required Qualifications
- postsecondary education in a relevant area such as business administration or commerce, or a related area of study
- 3 to 5 years of relevant experience
- CPA designation or actively working toward certification
- experience reconciling general ledger accounts
- performing variance analyses
- preparing and reviewing journal entries
- advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas and pivot tables
- exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
- ability to identify trends, variances, and potential risks within complex financial data
- solid understanding of not-for-profit financial reporting standards
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- demonstrated ability to analyze and streamline financial processes for improved efficiency
- ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- ability to be respectful, approachable, and team-oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment
- minimum of 2 days onsite
Desired Qualifications
- experience with SAP Concur and/or Sage 300
- working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and OneNote
- fluency in French
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