Senior Financial Analyst

Kassen Recruitment; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kassen Recruitment is assisting a leading global financial services organization in Toronto to recruit a Senior Financial Analyst for its corporate finance team. The role offers broad exposure to financial reporting, business planning, and executive-level decision support.

Reporting to a senior finance leader, you will collaborate across functions, support budgeting and forecasting, prepare consolidated reports, and mentor junior staff in a fast-paced, high-performing environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of progressive experience in accounting, audit, or financial reporting.
• CPA designation in progress or actively pursuing a professional accounting designation.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting principles and corporate accounting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with financial reporting or ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience with financial consolidation or reporting platforms is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and support consolidated financial reporting and related disclosure packages.
• Analyze financial results and operating performance to provide insights for senior leadership.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning activities.
• Prepare reports and presentations for executive leadership and governance committees.
• Partner with internal stakeholders across finance and business units to support financial reporting and strategic initiatives.
• Support internal and external audit activities, regulatory compliance, and internal control processes.
• Contribute to process improvements by enhancing reporting, workflows, and financial controls.
• Participate in special projects, business analyses, and due diligence activities as required.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members or interns where appropriate.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Leadership

Education

CPA designation in progress

Tools

Advanced Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Financial reporting platforms

Job description

A leading global organization in the financial services sector is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join its corporate finance team. This role offers broad exposure to financial reporting, business planning, and executive-level decision support, making it an excellent opportunity for an accounting or finance professional looking to accelerate their career in a collaborative and high-performing environment.

About the Role

Reporting to a senior finance leader, this position plays a key role in corporate financial reporting, forecasting, and business analysis. You'll collaborate with stakeholders across multiple business functions, contribute to strategic initiatives, and support senior leadership with meaningful financial insights and reporting.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and support consolidated financial reporting and related disclosure packages
• Analyze financial results and operating performance to provide insights for senior leadership
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning activities
• Prepare reports and presentations for executive leadership and governance committees
• Partner with internal stakeholders across finance and business units to support financial reporting and strategic initiatives
• Support internal and external audit activities, regulatory compliance, and internal control processes
• Contribute to process improvements by enhancing reporting, workflows, and financial controls
• Participate in special projects, business analyses, and due diligence activities as required
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members or interns where appropriate

What You’ll Bring

• 1-3 years of progressive experience in accounting, audit, or financial reporting
• CPA designation in progress or actively pursuing a professional accounting designation
• Strong understanding of financial reporting principles and corporate accounting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with financial reporting or ERP systems
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to a variety of stakeholders
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Experience with financial consolidation or reporting platforms is considered an asset

Why Join

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative finance team within a global organization that values professional development and internal career growth. You’ll gain exposure to executive leadership, work on high-impact financial initiatives, and build a strong foundation for long-term career progression in corporate finance.