Financial Analyst (RFT 1.0 FTE)

The Royal Mental Health Centre; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Finance Analyst in Ottawa to oversee financial reporting and support budget development for multiple entities within the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group. The role requires a strong background in finance, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with senior management. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to financial integrity across various health initiatives and organizations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a computerized accounting environment.
• Proficiency in English (oral and written) mandatory; bilingualism in French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate internal and external reporting.
• Support preparation of annual operating and capital budgets.
• Perform reconciliations and assist with year-end audit processes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

Undergraduate degree in Finance

CPA Designation

Tools

Spreadsheets (Excel)

Job description

Duties:

• Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Finance Analyst will:
• 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.
• Provide support to the general ledger system.
• Provide financial program support to Managers, Directors, and Vice Presidents.
• Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for external funders.
• Oversee the internal monthly financial statements for ROHCG organizations.
• Oversee the annual audited financial statements for ROHCG organizations.
• Perform reconciliations for various accounts monthly.
• Prepare monthly General Journal entries.
• Assist in year-end audit processes.
• Support the preparation of annual operating and capital budgets, working with management to develop accurate revenue and expenditure forecasts.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on financial transactions for managers, directors, and Vice Presidents.
• Maintain general ledger reports.
• Respond promptly to inquiries from clients, staff, and external parties.
• Work with staff to improve processes and find efficiencies.
• Prepare the annual audit file.
• Ensure compliance with staff and patient/client safety practices, policies, and procedures of the ROHCG.
• Maintain a work environment conducive to the ROHCG Respectful Workplace Policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in Finance required.
• CPA Designation required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience working in a 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 teamwork skills.
• Demonstrates initiative and suggests improvements.
• Proficiency in English (oral and written) at level A- is mandatory; bilingualism in French and English is an asset.