Business Finance Analyst

Dexterra; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic company in Mississauga is seeking a Business Finance Analyst to support their Operations Finance team. You will prepare financial statements, conduct variance analysis, and collaborate across departments. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree, CPA or in progress, and 3-5 years of experience in financial accounting. This role offers a hybrid work schedule and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a financial accounting role.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with financial modeling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements by contract.
• Conduct detailed variance analysis.
• Collaborate with teams to analyze performance indicators.
• Develop annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Time-management

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business

CPA designation or actively working toward it

Tools

NetSuite

OneStream

Power BI

Job description

Whats the job

Were looking for a Business Finance Analyst to join our awesome Operations Finance team. Youll work closely with our Food Service & Hospitality Operations to keep things running smoothly and provide insight on how we manage our business. If youre analytical detail-oriented and love collaborating across teams we want to hear from you!

About the Role

The Business Finance Analyst plays a key part in supporting our operations through financial analysis, reporting and strategic insight. The successful candidate will be a collaborative business partner helping to drive informed decision-making and financial performance across the organization.

Details

• Prepare monthly financial statements by contract including comparisons against forecasts and budgets.
• Conduct detailed variance analysis to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial results, providing commentary and insights.
• Collaborate with the Business Finance team and Operations to analyze key performance indicators, revenue trends and cost drivers.
• Develop annual budgets and quarterly forecasts for individual contracts including variance analysis.
• Compile and present month-end financial reporting packages for Joint Ventures.
• Assist with monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and journal entry preparation.
• Create proformas for new business opportunities and support internal and external reporting requirements.
• Review accounts payable and receivable documentation for accuracy and appropriate coding.
• Support month-end close activities including revenue and expense accruals and cost allocations.
• Respond to audit requests and compile necessary documentation.
• Contribute to special projects and ad-hoc reporting as required.
• Provide cross-functional support to departments such as Accounts Payable, Billing, Credit & Collections and Contract Administration.

Qualifications

• A degree in Finance, Accounting or Business
• CPA designation (CA, CGA, CMA) or actively working toward it
• 3-5 years of experience in a financial accounting role
• Advanced Excel skills - bonus points for Power BI
• ERP experience (NetSuite or OneStream preferred) and financial modeling
• A knack for problem-solving and seeing the big picture
• Great communication and time-management skills
• A can-do attitude and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Working Conditions

• Hybrid work schedule
• A supportive team that values your input
• Opportunities to grow and take on new challenges
• Some travel required (5-10% depending on business needs)

What’s in it for you

• Be part of an industry that’s more important than ever
• Career advancement opportunities
• We are growing
• Employee Referral Program

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Accommodation is available upon request at all stages of the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those candidates selected for interview. Note we are not accepting candidates from recruitment agencies.