Senior Financial Analyst (12 month contract)

Vaco by Highspring; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to manage journal entries, reconciliations, variance analyses, and monthly financial statements. You will act as a business advisor to Branch Managers across Ontario, helping improve profitability and efficiency.

You will drive month-end close activities, P&L variance analyses, and reporting enhancements while supporting year-end audits and rebate programs.

Qualifications

• CPA designation or CPA candidate; final stages acceptable.
• At least 3 years of related work experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel & MS Office.
• Inventory management knowledge is a plus.
• Experience with Infor M3, Oracle Smart View, FCCS is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal, problem solving, and communication skills.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations; support month-end close.
• Perform monthly P&L variance analysis.
• Advise Branch Managers to improve profitability and operations.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and boost efficiency.
• Resolve accounting discrepancies; assist with year-end audit.
• Manage customer rebate programs and CAM reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly rent roll and maintain lease records.
• Coordinate with stakeholders; assist in reporting improvements.
• Contribute to ad hoc reporting and special projects.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Financial analysis

Business partnering

Communication skills

Education

CPA designation / CPA candidate

Tools

Infor M3

Oracle Smart View

FCCS

Job description

This is a 12 month contract with permanent potential at the end of the contract

Role

Role: The Senior Financial Analyst will be responsible for monthly journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis, and preparation of financial statements. Furthermore, they will act as a business advisor to Branch Managers to assist in improving the success and profitability of each business unit.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of journal entries and balance sheet account reconciliations, maintenance accounting records in conformity with ASPE, and support month-end close activities.
• Responsible for timely completion of P&L variance analysis monthly.
• Possess strong business judgment and the ability to identify opportunities to improve business processes and increase efficiency.
• Act as a business advisor to a network of Branch Managers across Ontario, offering training and collaborative solutions to improve the success and profitability of each business unit.
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities in a timely manner.
• Assist with year-end external audit by preparing and reviewing all audit requirements
• Manage customer rebate programs, including tracking, analysis, and related accounting requirements.
• Prepare the monthly rent roll for all locations, maintain lease records, and complete CAM reconciliations.
• Coordinate with multiple stakeholders throughout the organization.
• Support the design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of financial reports and reporting processes.
• Prepare ad hoc reporting and participate in special projects as required.

Requirements

• CPA designation or CPA candidate in final stages of completion,
• 3 years of related work experience
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the MS Office Suite
• Working knowledge of Inventory Management is an asset
• Working knowledge with Infor M3, Oracle Smart View, and FCCS is an asset
• Demonstrated interpersonal, problem solving, and communication skills to effectively build a positive relationship with team members
• Self-starter who can take initiative and work well independently
• Ability to develop a strong rapport with coworkers and stakeholders

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to manage tight monthly deadlines and deliver high-quality work
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information proficiently, and develops alternative solutions
• Strong communication and business partnering skills
• Organized, detail-oriented, good time management skills, and able to balance multiple priorities effectively

The salary range is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.