FINANCIAL ANALYST - (HYBRID)

Green Shield Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit health organization based in Toronto is seeking a Financial Analyst to join their Finance / Accounting team. The successful candidate will have over 5 years of full cycle accounting experience and will be responsible for payments, reconciliations, and financial analysis. This role requires a bachelor's degree and strong analytical skills. Join a team dedicated to creating better health for all Canadians.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of full cycle accounting experience.
• Bachelor's degree in business (finance or accounting specialization preferred).
• Accounting professional designation (or working towards) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the full cycle of payments including customer deposits and claims.
• Support the month-end and year-end full cycle accounting processes.
• Prepare reconciliations and ad hoc financial analysis.

Skills

Full cycle accounting experience

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Advanced Microsoft Office

Time management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Tools

QuickBooks

Workday ERP systems

Job description

Overview

WHO WE ARE

When it comes to health, we’re always looking for waysto push for better. It’s why we were founded in the first place. In 1957, our founder, pharmacist William Wilkinson, witnessed a mother sacrifice her health by forgoing her own medicine to pay for her sick daughter’s prescription. He knew there had to be a better way. So, he introduced North America’s first prepaid drug plan, and GreenShield was born as a not-for-profit with a mission to support better health for all Canadians.

We aren’t just a health and benefits company. We’re the only not-for-profit social enterprise that brings worlds of coverage and care together, all in one place. We’re noble challengers, purposefully building a better way and we need the best people to help us create a more holistic approach that takes care of the mind and body. Our mission is to create better health for all Canadians, and we know that starts with our employees.

Role in a Nutshell

The Financial Analyst will join the Finance / Accounting team by coordinating the full cycle of payments and by providing support and assistance in the monthly accounting close process as well as analysis and reconciliation of key accounts.

• Collaborate with members of our accounting team to ensure day-to-day accounting and financial reporting functions are maintained
• Coordinate full cycle of payments : customer deposits, customer claims, vendor payments, internal and external commissions.
• Prepare AR and AP sub-ledger reconciliations, bank reconciliations, client account reconciliations, and ad hoc financial analysis for senior leadership
• Support the month-end and year-end full cycle accounting processes including preparation of working papers and journal entries, intercompany balancing entries, expense allocations for multiple businesses in Line of Business
• Support the maintenance of a strong control environment to meet internal and external standards
• File and maintain accounting records and reports
• Perform ad hoc off-cycle financial analysis on specific areas of the business
• Support other projects related to GS’s broader finance transformation initiative
• Work collaboratively with the broader Finance / Accounting Team

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of full cycle accounting experience.
• Bachelor's degree in business (finance or accounting specialization preferred)
• Accounting professional designation (or working towards) is an asset
• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of group benefits and insurance industry an asset
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to process and manipulate large amounts of data
• Excellent planning, organizing, and time management skills with strong attention to detail

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience with QuickBooks
• Prior experience in implementing new ERP systems, specifically Workday
• Experience and knowledge of IFRS.

The Culture

We believe a career should be meaningful. Not just a means to earn a living. Our culture is one where everyone's voice is heard and valued. Because that’s what it takes to create better health for all. We dare to challenge the status quo. And we’re driven by people who have challenged theirs. We believe that your work-life should empower you to be the best version of yourself. That’s why we provide a place where you can be inspired, challenged, and rewarded. Where your growth means our growth. Where your voice is heard and valued. Where your work has purpose. And purpose matters. We believe our people are critical to our overall success. Inclusivity makes us a stronger, smarter and more informed organization. Being intentionally inclusive of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences will enhance our company culture to positively impact how we support our communities. A career at GreenShield isn’t just about personal achievements, it's about making a difference together. Here’s to Better Health for All!

Additional Details

Proficiency in English is required for this position. As part of this role, you will be required to communicate with colleagues or customers who use English as their primary language. By requiring English proficiency for this position, we aim to ensure that our employees can excel in their roles, collaborate, and communicate effectively, and contribute to the success of our organization.

GS supports diversity, equity and inclusion in our teams and communities, and we value the unique contributions made by all. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly to every requirement, we invite you to apply. We encourage applications from all candidates and will accommodate needs under human rights legislation throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please let us know of any accommodation through . Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Providing this information gives GS consent to use your personal information to assess your suitability for specific positions, future opportunities or for your personnel file. Your résumé will be held in strict confidence and will be viewed only by the Organization. Information may be stored outside of Canada and could be used for aggregate statistical purposes (which uses no personal identification).