Financial Analyst

IWK Health; Halifax; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

IWK Health in Halifax seeks a Financial Analyst to join Corporate Transactions & Treasury, Financial Accounting and Reporting. You will produce accurate reports, analyze financial data and advise on decisions to improve performance and reduce risk.

You will also support petty cash and credit card controls and engage with leaders to enable informed planning. Ideal candidates hold an undergrad in business, have 3–5 years of financial administration experience, and are familiar with GAAP/PSAS and

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Business Administration / Commerce required.
• CPA designation (CPA) considered an asset.
• Minimum three to five years' experience in financial administration.
• Experience in a healthcare/clinical setting is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of GAAP and PSAS.
• Knowledge of SAP and MEDITECH systems.

Responsibilities

• Create, manage and disseminate accurate and timely financial reports and analyses.
• Provide proactive expertise and recommendations to support business decisions.
• Support petty cash and credit card programs and ensure proper controls.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve performance and reduce risk.

Job description

• Company : IWK Health
• Req ID : 226729
• Department/Program : Corporate Transactions & Treasury , Financial Accounting and Reporting
• Location : Halifax
• Type of Employment : Permanent Hourly FT ( 100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
• Start Date : ASAP
• Union Status : Non-union , Management/Non Union Bargaining Unit
• Compensation : $ 39.0515 - $ 47.8381 /hour
• Closing Date : 29-Sep-26 (Applications are accepted until 23:59 Atlantic Time)

IWK Health is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing tertiary and primary care for two million children, youth, adults and families each year across the Atlantic region. We have a team of approximately 4000 employees, physicians, volunteers and learners at sites across Nova Scotia . People build careers with IWK Health with our focus on training and mentorship opportunities. We recognize each other's talent and celebrate our successes. We collaborate in modern facilities or virtually from home, align our work to our values , and enjoy access to enhanced benefits and wellness programs. We are proud to support our patients, families and communities and are grateful for the generous donor support we receive.

Promoting an anti-racist environment, and calling out discrimination as we work and provide care, is important to us. We are located in Mi'kma'ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi'kmaq people. Working in Mi'kma'ki and providing care to those across Atlantic Canada is a shared privilege with the original inhabitants who have lived here for many thousands of years prior to colonization. There are 13 First Nation communities across Nova Scotia, and more than 50 historic African Nova Scotian communities who also have a long, deep, and complex history dating back over 400 years. We have the highest percentage of people with disabilities in the country. Nova Scotia has the highest proportions of transgender and non-binary people than any other province or territory in the country. We are active in our work to eliminate discrimination, but have more work to do to build that trust, acknowledge our biases and reduce the barriers our diverse communities face. We want IWK Health to be a safe and supportive space of equity and belonging in the care we provide and the employment we offer. We welcome all interested persons who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Immigrants/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply to support our goal for our workforce to be representative of the patients, families, and communities that we care for at all job levels.

The Opportunity

The Financial Analyst reports to the Manager Corporate Transactions & Treasury who oversees Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and provides support to IWK leaders (ELT, Directors, Managers, and Physician Leaders). Under the direction of the manager or team lead, the Financial Analyst will be assigned accountability for analytical work and strategic initiates. The Financial Analyst is responsible for the creation, management and dissemination of accurate and timely reports and analysis for their department or sub department. The Financial Analyst provides proactive expertise and advice in conducting analysis and developing recommendations to support business decisions improving performance, reduce risks and assisting in the developing of business cases to support improvements. This position supports the petty cash and credit card program and ensures responsible financial stewardship of IWK resources to ensure proper policies, controls and practices are implemented as IWK embarks on its Health Transformation.

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday; 75 hours bi-weekly

Your Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Business Administration / Commerce required.
• Holds or working towards a Chartered Professional Accountant designation (CPA) considered an asset.
• An equivalent combination of education, certification and related experience may be considered.
• Minimum three (3) to five (5) years' experience in financial administration.
• Experience in a healthcare/clinical setting is considered an asset.
• In-depth understanding and knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS).
• Knowledge of financial accounting and computing (such as SAP and MEDITECH) system required.
• A commitment to focusing on a culture that provides customer service above and beyond what is expected.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including strong presentation skills.
• Leadership skills consisting of team building, influencing, conflict resolution, goal setting, coaching, mentoring, delegation, change leadership.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft computer applications, with moderate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong track record in project management, change management and execution.
• Knowledge of the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) framework or audit functions is considered an asset.
• Ability to identify emerging trends, needs and challenges and drive and implement innovative thinking and change within the organization.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work with limited supervision as demonstrated through previous work experience either in a leadership role and/or academic accomplishments.
• Ability to function both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple priorities with different key interest groups.
• Able to act as liaison with both internal and external key interested parties to report in an accurate and timely manner.

Thank you for your interest in IWK Health.

Please note that we only contact applicants selected for interview/testing. If we invite you to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) you have the right to request accommodation. Please discuss your needs when invited to the assessment process.

This is a Management/Non Union bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

An offer of employment is conditional upon the completion and satisfactory results of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials.