Financial Analyst

About this position

Job description

Reports To

Director of Finance and Administration

Summary

As a key member of the Finance team, the Financial Analyst is responsible for developing and implementing financial models and accounting concepts/techniques for financial planning and control in accordance with recognized and required accounting principles and government requirements.

Main functions of this position include the preparation and analysis of monthly/quarterly/annual financial reporting and variances, account reconciliations, Ministry reporting, assistance in the development of budgets and forecasts and overall financial responsibility for the Bennett Redevelopment Project.

Core Competencies

• Quality Orientation
• Time Management
• Creative and Innovative Thinking
• Development and Continual Learning
• Problem Solving
• Accountability and Dependability
• Research and Analysis
• Decision making and judgment.
• Providing Consultation
• Ethics and Integrity
• Planning and Organizing
• Mathematical Reasoning
• Enforcing Laws, Rules, and Regulations
• Mediating and Negotiating
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Communication
• Teamwork

• Participate in month end financial reporting process ensuring accuracy/completeness and timeliness.
• Detailed analysis of variances and ability to articulate the main drivers and any areas of concern.
• Identify budget pressures and provide recommendations for mitigating these pressures.
• Complete various pieces of reporting to provide to Senior Leadership and the Board.
• Assist in the analysis and preparation of annual project budgets, including cost allocations from other areas and divisions.
• Track budget variances and monitor expenses in accordance with project progression.
• Maintain project-related records, including contracts and PO’s, change orders.
• Timely and accurate processing of consultant and vendor invoices
• Accountable for accuracy of various aspects of internal and external financial reports including Ministry of Long-Term Care reporting.
• Participate in accounting issues that arise throughout the year.
• Respond to inquiries and ad hoc requests from internal and external auditors as required.
• Participate in development and reporting of budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Take leadership role in financial requirements for redevelopment project including budget development and reporting.
• Assist in payroll functions and back up for payroll processing bi-weekly, including assisting, and importing files into the payroll system and assisting in GL interface analysis.
• Responsible for month-end accruals and assist in implementation of new software development.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Minimum 5 years combined experience in accounting and finance.
• Previous experience strongly desired in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Experience in non-profit, charitable Long-Term Care sector preferred.
• Experience in working with Point Click Care, Staff Schedule Care and Microsoft Business Central or other ERP systems.
• Excellent knowledge of Excel and MS Office applications (Word, Access, PowerPoint)
• Solid knowledge of accounting functions
• Detail oriented and organized.
• Flexible and able to prioritize tasks.
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with high credibility at all levels of the organization.
• Must demonstrate flexibility, strong commitment to meeting deadlines, and solid decision- making skills.
• Self-motivator with ability to work independently.

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

• Monday to Friday

• Do you have experience in non-profit, charitable Long-Term Care sector

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

• combined accounting and finance: 5 years (preferred)

• GEORGETOWN, ON (preferred)