Financial Analyst

Hays; Windsor; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company in Waterloo is hiring a Financial Analyst for an 18-month contract. This role involves recording employee-related expenses, utilizing ERP systems, and developing automation tools to improve finance operations. Candidates should have a strong financial analysis background and a Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2+ years experience in corporate accounting/financial analysis.
• Proficient with advanced Excel including VBA/macro.

Responsibilities

• Record and analyze employee-related expenses.
• Utilize ERP systems (SAP, NetSuite) for financial processes.
• Identify and implement automation solutions.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, NetSuite)

Python

Power BI

RPA

Alteryx

Job description

Location : Waterloo, ON (3 Days on-site – Tuesday-Thursday)

Rate : $37.56 / hour

Your new company

Hays Specialist Recruitment has partnered with a leading software company based in Waterloo, ON. We are currently hiring a Financial Analyst to join their team on a 18 Month Contract. This candidate will be required to work on-site 3 days in-office (Tues-Thurs) at their Waterloo location.

As a Financial Analyst within the Corporate Accounting team, you will play a key role in recording and analyzing employee-related expenses within the general ledger. This position also offers a unique opportunity to develop deep insights into corporate accounting, finance operations, and ERP systems, while driving process improvements through the development of automation solutions.

Your new role

• Record and analyze employee-related expenses in the general ledger.
• Utilize ERP systems such as SAP and NetSuite to support financial processes.
• Help identify and implement automation solutions for process improvement opportunities across the finance function.
• Develop and use tools such as advanced Excel, Python, Java, RPA, Alteryx, and Power BI to enhance reporting capabilities and drive automation in current manual processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and acquired company finance teams to integrate processes and systems.
• Support accounting and finance initiatives related to mergers and acquisitions.
• Perform independent analysis and reporting as part of broader team initiatives.
• Gain exposure to a wide array of finance, accounting, and system operations across the organization.
• Other tasks as assigned.

What you'll need to succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in corporate accounting or financial analysis
• Proficient with ERP systems (SAP, NetSuite preferred)
• Advanced Excel skills; VBA / macro experience is required
• Experience with data analysis and automation tools (e.g., Python, Power BI, RPA)
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and organizational abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn
• Capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Works well both independently and collaboratively