Financial Analyst, External Financial Advisory

ENGINEERINGUK; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Financial Analyst, where your analytical skills will help small and mid-sized businesses thrive in a changing financial landscape. This role involves preparing detailed financial reports, conducting business process improvements, and building financial models to support informed decision-making. You will foster strong client relationships and engage in business development activities to expand service reach. With a commitment to diversity and a culture that promotes continuous learning, this opportunity offers a rewarding environment with generous perks. If you are passionate about finance and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Generous Base Pay

Vacation Time

4 Paid Personal Days

Group Pension Plan with 4% Matching

Voluntary Savings Products

Bonus Programs

Flexible Benefits

Mental Health Resources

Professional Development Assistance

Flexible Dress Code

Qualifications

• Pursuing a CPA designation and a degree in finance or accounting is essential.
• 1+ years of relevant accounting experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial reports and analyze data, trends, and KPIs.
• Conduct assessments of clients' accounting functions for optimization.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Business Process Improvement

Financial Modelling

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

Advanced Excel Functions

Accounting Software (Quickbooks, Xero)

ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle)

Data Analysis Tools (Power BI)

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration

CPA Designation (in progress or intended)

Tools

Quickbooks

Xero

SAP

Oracle

Power BI

Job description

Inspirational, innovative, and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.

Make an impact with our growing External Financial Advisory (EFA) team as a Financial Analyst. This diverse team of professionals is dedicated to helping small and mid-sized businesses navigate today’s rapidly evolving business and financial reporting landscape. As part of the team, you'll play a critical role in delivering a wide range of services – from bookkeeping to high-level fractional CFO advisory.

MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid-market business practices.

Attach transcript and/or CPA assessment with application.

Responsibilities

1. Financial reporting and analysis: prepare detailed financial reports and provide in-depth analysis of financial data, trends, key performance indicators (KPIs), and other critical metrics.
2. Business process improvement: conduct thorough assessments of clients’ accounting functions, identifying opportunities for optimization in processes, reporting, data quality, system tools, and internal controls.
3. Financial modelling and forecasting: build dynamic financial models for a range of purposes, including cash flow forecasting, budgeting, raising capital, and valuations, enabling clients to make informed financial decisions.
4. Client relationship management: cultivate strong working relationships with clients, collaborating with accounting and administrative teams to deliver comprehensive advisory services.
5. Business development: actively participate in local networking events, raise awareness of MNP’s services, and support the growth of new business opportunities.
6. Continuous learning: develop your knowledge of MNP’s service offerings and clientele, and expand your expertise by working with different clients across industries.

Skills and Experience

1. Currently pursuing, or intending to pursue a CPA designation.
2. Completion of a degree in finance, accounting, economics, or business administration.
3. 1+ years of relevant accounting experience will be considered an asset.
4. Familiarity with financial statement modeling, including proficiency in using advanced Excel functions, is considered an asset.
5. Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Quickbooks, Xero), ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.), or data analysis tools (Power BI) is considered an asset.
6. Travel may be required for client visits.

MyRewards@MNP

With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment, firm sponsored social events and more!

Diversity@MNP

We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply!