Financial Analyst

Finlink Group; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Finlink Group is seeking a Financial Analyst to join the North York, ON finance team. This intermediate role focuses on accurate reporting, journal entries, and insightful financial analysis to support core accounting processes.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of experience, strong Excel skills, and a solid understanding of the full accounting cycle, enabling effective collaboration across finance functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in financial analysis or accounting.
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables).
• Strong understanding of the full accounting cycle and general ledger.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical problem-solving.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post monthly journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Review journal entries from various finance functions and ensure GL alignment.
• Manage prepaid expense transactions with accurate records.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Perform variance analysis on revenue and expenses.
• Prepare budget-related information for utilities and building operations.
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and analysis reports.
• Collaborate across finance to maintain consistent reporting.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

FINANCIAL ANALYST

LOCATION: North York, ON (On-site)

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys working with financial data, uncovering insights, and ensuring accurate reporting? We are seeking a Financial Analyst to join a growing finance team in an intermediate-level role that offers the opportunity to strengthen your accounting expertise, contribute to key financial processes, and build a foundation for long-term career growth.

This opportunity is well suited to someone who takes ownership of their work, values accuracy, and enjoys a balance of independent focus and meaningful team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post monthly journal entries, accruals, and accounting adjustments to support accurate financial reporting.
• Review and process journal entries from various finance functions, ensuring alignment with the general ledger and a clear understanding of how transactions impact interconnected accounting areas.
• Manage prepaid expense transactions, maintaining accurate records and ensuring timely journal entries.
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes, helping ensure financial information is complete, accurate, and delivered within established deadlines.
• Conduct reasonableness checks and variance analysis on key financial accounts, including revenue and general expenses, to identify discrepancies and explain significant fluctuations.
• Prepare and review budget-related information for utilities, building operations, and associated expenses.
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and collaborate with relevant team members to resolve outstanding items.
• Assist in the preparation and distribution of monthly financial statements and supporting financial analysis reports.
• Work closely with colleagues across finance to maintain effective accounting processes and ensure consistency in financial reporting.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree or university degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional Experience: 3–5 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, accounting, or a similar finance role.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and the ability to analyze and interpret financial data.
• Accounting Knowledge: Strong understanding of the full accounting cycle, general ledger processes, and the relationships between different finance functions.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent attention to detail, sound judgment, and strong problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to identify discrepancies and develop practical solutions.
• Organization & Time Management: Proven ability to prioritize competing deadlines, manage multiple responsibilities, and maintain accuracy during reporting periods.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information and insights clearly and concisely.
• Collaboration: Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work professionally with colleagues and stakeholders across different levels of the organization.
• Working Style: Comfortable working independently and maintaining focus during busy reporting cycles, while also contributing actively to team discussions, knowledge sharing, and collaborative problem-solving.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This role offers the chance to deepen your financial reporting and accounting expertise within a supportive, steadily paced environment that values both independent work and purposeful collaboration.

You will have the opportunity to develop a broader understanding of how different finance functions connect, take ownership of core accounting responsibilities, and contribute to the continued development of a growing team. With room for professional development and long-term advancement, this position provides a meaningful next step for a finance professional looking to expand their capabilities and take on greater responsibility over time.