Financial Analyst (Contract)

Symtech Innovations Ltd.; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Symtech Innovations Ltd. in Richmond Hill, Ontario, seeks a Financial Analyst to assist in month-end close, conduct in-depth financial analysis, and prepare timely reports to support data-driven decisions.

You will engage in GL inquiries, trend evaluation, and ensure all reporting aligns with corporate policies and standards. The role emphasizes delivering data-driven insights to senior leadership, collaborating with the Head of Accounting, and contributing to ERP/reporting tool improvements.

Qualifications

• CPA designation preferred or in progress.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance from a recognized university.
• 1–3 years of experience in a financial analyst, accountant or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Perform data extraction and analysis to develop financial data, results, and recommendations for decision-making.
• Streamline and build reports and processes for business units.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and prepare financial reports and analysis.
• Conduct variance analysis, identify trends, and suggest optimizations.
• Participate in ERP implementations and reporting tool improvements.
• Assist with cost transfer documentation and monthly/year-end close tasks.
• Collaborate with the Head of Accounting to deliver administrative training.
• Provide data-driven insights to senior leadership to drive decision-making.
• Prepare financial reports and reconcile GL accounts as required.
• Generate and maintain regular job cost reports.
• Execute month-end and year-end close procedures including project closeouts and WIP.
• Support quarterly forecasting and annual strategic planning.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Data interpretation

Interpersonal skills

Education

CPA designation preferred

Bachelor's in accounting or Finance

Tools

Jonas ERP

Job description

Reporting directly to the Controller, this individual will be responsible for assisting in month-end close, conducting in-depth financial analysis and preparing accurate, timely reports to support data-driven decision-making. They will play a key role in GL related inquiries, month-end close, evaluating financial performance, identifying trends, and ensuring reporting aligns with corporate policies, accounting standards, and strategic objectives.

A safe and healthy work environment is one of Symtech's primary goals and a central guiding principle for the organization. Symtech and its employees are aligned in the organization’s goal of zero incidents. Symtech's most valuable asset is its employees. Symtech is dedicated to providing and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for all its employees. Symtech's safety culture is encouraged within the organization and promoted through demonstrating and communicating the importance of safety within the community where work is performed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform data extraction and analysis to develop, prepare, and present financial data, results, and recommendations that are timely, accurate, reliable, and relevant for effective business decision-making.
• Streamline and build reports and processes for business units.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts as required when preparing financial reports and analysis.
• Conduct variance analysis, identify trends, and provide recommendations for optimization and new business initiatives.
• Participate and contribute to ERP and reporting tool implementations and improvements.
• Assist with preparing cost transfer documentation; ensure accurate posting.
• Collaborate with the Head of Accounting to design and deliver administrative training programs.
• Provide data-driven insights to senior leadership to drive decision-making.
• Preparation of financial reports and analysis and reconcile general ledger accounts as required.
• Generate and maintain regular job cost reports.
• Execute month-end and year-end procedures related to job costing, including project closeouts, profit recognition, unbilled work orders, and updating WIP reports.
• Generate and maintain regular job cost reports.
• Support quarterly forecasting, and annual strategic planning processes.
• Resolve any vendor payment disputes and assist with accounts receivable collections when required.
• Support tax and government remittance processes, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Coordinate, and assist with the period-end close process, including the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and
• Monitor expenses and overhead costs, offering insights to support cost control and accounts receivable efficiency
• The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing, and other duties will be assigned based on the position’s role within the business unit.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

• CPA Designation is preferred or in advanced stages of completion
• Bachelors in accounting, Finance, or a related field from a recognized University
• 1-3 years of experience in a Financial Analyst, Accountant or similar finance role
• Experience with Jonas or a comparable ERP system is required, along with demonstrated technological proficiency.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with a strong aptitude for financial systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey financial information clearly
• Ability to interface with all levels of staff in a professional manner

TRAVEL:

• 10% travel may be required for this position.

Symtech is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate equity, diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you require accommodation in any stage of the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail]. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.