Senior Financial Analyst

Bevertec; Guelph; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bevertec is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to oversee finance operations, financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance activities within a collaborative organization. This leadership role will manage a small finance team while partnering with business leaders to provide financial insights that support strategic decision-making.

You will lead a team of two, drive month-end close, enhance controls, support audits, and contribute to strategic

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 8-10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Experience leading or mentoring finance professionals.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor a Finance team of 2.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes.
• Review and validate payroll-related accounting entries.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls and policies.
• Support contract administration for financial and payroll service agreements.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, variance analyses, forecasts and reports.
• Provide financial insights to leadership and budget owners.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning.
• Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and compliance reporting.
• Develop accounting policies and process documentation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies.
• Support governance reporting for senior leadership and committees.
• Participate in cross-functional projects with financial input on strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Internal controls

Excel

Communication

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to oversee finance operations, financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance activities within a collaborative and mission-driven organization. This leadership role will manage a small finance team while partnering with business leaders to provide financial insights that support strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor a Finance team of 2, including a Financial Analyst and Accounting Specialist
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and settlements
• Review and validate payroll-related accounting entries
• Maintain and enhance internal controls, financial policies, and approval processes
• Support contract administration for financial and payroll service agreements
• Prepare monthly financial statements, variance analysis, forecasts, and management reporting
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to leadership teams and budget owners
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning processes
• Coordinate external audits, tax filings, compliance reporting, and auditor requests
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and process documentation
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies
• Support governance reporting and preparation of materials for senior leadership and committees
• Participate in cross-functional projects and provide financial expertise on strategic initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 8-10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• Previous experience leading or mentoring finance professionals
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Preferred Skills

• Experience in Not-for-Profit, Public Sector, Higher Education, or Broader Public Sector environments
• Experience preparing financial reports and presentations for Boards, Audit Committees, or executive leadership teams
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
• Familiarity with Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations (ASNPO)
• Strong financial planning and business partnering experience

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