Financial Analyst (RFT 1.0 FTE)

The Royal Mental Health Centre; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health organization in Ottawa is seeking a Financial Analyst responsible for accurate financial reporting and budget preparation. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation and at least 5 years of experience in a computerized accounting environment. Strong Excel and analytical skills are required, with bilingualism as an asset. This role emphasizes teamwork and communication in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience working in a computerized accounting environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Support the preparation of annual operating and capital budgets.
• Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for external funders.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budget preparation

Excel

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in Finance

CPA Designation

Job description

Duties

• Ensure the accurate and timely internal and external reporting of the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group, the Royal Ottawa Foundation for Mental Health, the University of Ottawa Institute of Mental Health Research, the Royal Ottawa Volunteer Association, and Atlas financial results.
• Support the preparation of the annual operating and capital budgets while working with all levels of management to develop accurate revenue and expenditure budgets in conjunction with the Director Finance and Supply Chain and Manager Finance.
• Provide financial program support to various managers, directors and Vice Presidents as well as being subject matter expert on financial transactions.
• Provide support/maintenance to the general ledger system and reports.
• Completion of monthly, quarterly and annual reports for external funders.
• Completion and/or oversight over the internal monthly financial statements for ROHCG organizations.
• Completion and/or oversight over the annual audited financial statements for ROHCG organizations.
• Perform Reconciliations for various accounts monthly.
• Preparation of monthly General Journal entries.
• Assist in year end audit, including preparation of annual audit file.
• Follow up to client, staff, internal and external inquiries in a timely manner.
• Work with staff to improve processes and find efficiencies.
• Works in a manner that is in compliance with staff and patient/client safety practices, policies and procedures of the ROHCG.
• Ensure work environment that is conducive to the ROHCG Respectful Workplace Policy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Finance required.
• CPA Designation required.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working in computerized accounting environment.
• Strong working knowledge of spreadsheets (Excel).
• Excellent organizational, time management and problem solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to be discreet and maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent team work.
• Demonstrates initiative and recommends changes.
• English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, oral comprehension, reading comprehension and written expression. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset.