Financial Analyst, Contract

Vaco by Highspring; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Financial Analyst for a 6-month contract in downtown Toronto. This role involves overseeing capital project expenses, ensuring compliance, and supporting monthly reporting initiatives, ideal for professionals with a degree in finance or accounting and relevant experience. With a competitive salary range of CAD 60,000 to CAD 80,000, this position offers a great opportunity to contribute to exciting projects and develop valuable insights.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in a financial analysis or project accounting role.
• Experience with ERP systems, particularly Dynamics 365 and data tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and consolidate capital project expenses.
• Support regulatory and compliance reporting.
• Assist in the development of monthly reporting presentations.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline

CPA Preferred

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Power BI

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Our Client is looking for a Financial Analyst for a 6 month contract.

Location: 3 days in office located downtown Toronto

About the Opportunity

• Collaborate with internal teams to monitor and consolidate capital project expenses into active project accounts within Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Conduct detailed reviews of procurement activities and project tracking tools; prepare journal entries for capital accruals as part of the regular month-end and fiscal year-end routines.
• Work jointly with the Controllership team to finalize project accounting, transitioning completed projects from work-in-progress to fixed assets with appropriate asset segmentation.
• Support regulatory and compliance reporting, including filings for Statistics Canada and obligations tied to government grants.
• Assist in the development of monthly reporting presentations for leadership, providing insights on capital project expenditures and status.
• Participate in the creation of the annual capital plan and provide updates for monthly financial forecasts.
• Build familiarity with operational processes and objectives by taking initiative to learn and stay informed about ongoing business activities.
• Contribute to audit preparations and tax-related documentation concerning capital assets.
• Deliver customized reports and analyses, and lend support to priority projects and strategic initiatives as needed.

About You

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.
• Professional designation such as CPA is preferred.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience in a financial analysis or project accounting role.
• Skilled in Microsoft Excel; hands-on experience with ERP systems, particularly Dynamics 365, and data tools like Power BI is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• Analytical thinker with a proactive attitude and a drive to improve processes and solve problems.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage time effectively and prioritize shifting tasks.
• Comfortable operating in an environment that is fast-paced and constantly evolving.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Services for Renewable Energy

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