Senior Financial Analyst

111000 Extendicare (Canada) Inc.; Markham; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Mentor for CPA program and dues

Employee Family Assistance Program

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Extendicare is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to drive financial performance and ensure regulatory compliance across Canada. This role is based at our Head Office in Markham, Ontario, with a hybrid working environment.

You will partner with operations, prepare budgets and forecasts, deliver KPI reports, and provide insights to support data-driven decisions across facilities while upholding Extendicare’s commitment to quality care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or accounting with CPA certification.
• 3–5 years in operations finance or accounting.
• CPA certification is required.
• Strong communication and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced Excel and familiarity with enterprise reporting systems (Workday preferred).

Responsibilities

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis with explanations.
• Prepare management reports and KPIs with insightful commentary.
• Collaborate with Finance partners and operations to drive insights.
• Ensure timely regulatory reporting for facilities.
• Present financial insights to senior leadership clearly.
• Coach and support Financial Analysts on projects.

Skills

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial analysis

Communication

Excel

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting

CPA certification

Tools

Workday

Job description

Job Description: Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Senior Financial Analyst will be responsible for processing and analyzing of financial data, driving financial performance and ensure financial compliance with government funding regulations. The successful candidate will bring critical thinking, a strong attention to detail and a desire to “dig in” to learn the business while being mindful of the strong culture and commitment of the Company to provide the best care possible for our patients and residents across Canada.

This position will be based at our Head Office in Markham, Ontario. Extendicare offers a hybrid working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the annual budgeting process, including preparation, monthly forecasting, and budget-to-actual variance analysis with clear explanations in collaboration with operations
• Prepare and deliver management reporting packages, including standard and recurring reports, KPIs, and insightful commentary for strategic analysis
• Partner with Finance Business Partners and operational teams to generate insights, interpret financial results, and support data-driven decision-making (e.g., staffing, capex, operational initiatives)
• Gather and ensure timely submission of required regulatory and government reporting for assigned facilities
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business unit leaders, including facility administrators, nursing leadership, and operations teams
• Ensure compliance with Extendicare’s accounting systems and procedures, and support resolution of field-related financial issues
• Drive process improvements and efficiencies leveraging financial and business expertise
• Coach and support Financial Analysts, and contribute to special projects as required
• Present financial insights to senior leadership in a clear and concise manner
• Complete other duties as assigned

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting
• 3-5 years experience in operations finance and/or accounting related role
• CPA certification
• Strong communication skills with the ability to multitask in a dynamic and fast pace environment
• Excellent organizational, computer and analytical skills; advanced working knowledge of Excel
• Accounting experience with large-scale Enterprise Reporting systems, knowledge of Workday preferred

What Extendicare has to offer

• At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential.
• We value each team member, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement.
• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Mentor and provide financial support for CPA program and professional dues
• A robust benefits package including RRSP matching

About Extendicare

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a broad network of long-term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 24 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 157,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs more than 30,000 qualified, highly trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.

Compensation Details

Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process. At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve. We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position. Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth.

Contract Type

Full time

Location

Head Office in Markham, Ontario. Extendicare offers a hybrid working environment.

Equal Opportunity

Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities. Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail].

Indigenous Acknowledgement

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.

Mission and Vision

Our Mission To provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our Vision Everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives. Our Values We embrace every person for the individual they are. We care for each person as we would our own family. We collaborate with others because we achieve more together. We are relentless in our efforts to improve. We respect the resources entrusted to us.

Recruitment Process

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment - every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.