Senior Financial Analyst (6 Months)

AMA - Alberta Motor Association; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Vacation pay added to each paycheque

Flexible work models

Job summary

AMA, a leading Alberta-based association, seeks two Senior Financial Analysts for two six-month fixed-term roles in Edmonton. You will deliver rigorous analyses, mentor teammates, and bridge finance with business strategy.

CPA designation and seven years of progressive experience are highly valued, with a focus on IFRS reporting and strategic insights. The roles report to the Controller or Director of Finance, offering hybrid work arrangements and opportunities to impact a large membership

Qualifications

• Solid accounting and finance expertise across financial reporting, budgeting, and systems.
• CPA designation and seven+ years in finance are preferred.
• Ability to communicate financial concepts clearly to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex financial information and provide recommendations to senior management and board.
• Oversee preparation of financial reports and IFRS-compliant statements.
• Support annual budgeting, salary worksheets, and consolidations.
• Research and implement new financial standards and guidelines.
• Lead cross-functional projects translating strategy into requirements and delivery.

Skills

Accounting expertise

Financial analysis

Budgeting

IFRS knowledge

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Power BI

Job description

Drive Financial Excellence at AMA

**The Opportunity

** This posting is for two, 6 month fixed term positions ****

Are you a sharp financial mind who thrives on complexity, mentors others, and turns data into decisions? AMA is looking for two Senior Financial Analysts to join our Finance teams. Reporting to the Controller or Director, Finance, you’ll deliver rigorous analysis that informs decision-making. If you bring the depth of a CPA, the instincts of a strategist, and the communication skills to bridge finance and the business, we’d love to meet you.

A Place to Belong

AMA is more than a workplace; it’s a family. Together, we help protect the things that matter most to our more than one-million members—everything from roadside safety to retail savings, food security to childhood well-being. And with operations that span automotive, registries, travel, insurance and more, the opportunities to grow with us are almost limitless!
For us, curiosity fuels innovation. We value people who are eager to explore new ideas and who are comfortable putting emerging technologies into practice. We see experience with AI‑powered tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, and similar platforms as a real plus - especially when it’s used to work smarter, increase efficiency, and find better ways to get things done_._

Building on a century of proud service in Alberta communities, we’re passionate about making a meaningful difference in the places where we live and work. And that all begins with our people. As part of the AMA team, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive wage
• Vacation pay is added to each paycheque
• Flexible work models that make sense for your lifestyle

Who You Are

• You have solid accounting and finance expertise across financial reporting, budgeting, and financial systems.
• You are someone colleagues turn to for guidance, coaching, and subject-matter know-how.
• You bring strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with a track record of dissecting complex data and making clear recommendations.
• You are a master researcher, able to dig into complex technical concepts and provide clear guidance
• You communicate with confidence at all levels, from accounting technicians to senior leadership, translating complex financial concepts into accessible insights.
• You are organized and deadline-driven, comfortable managing competing priorities and delivering under time pressure.
• You are flexible and creative, ready to develop business solutions in ambiguous or evolving situations.
• You build strong working relationships across the organization and take a collaborative, customer-focused approach to your work.

How You’ll Make an Impact

You will embody flexibility and adaptability, as you leverage your skills to support the teams where needed, which may include:

• Analyze and evaluate complex financial information, processes, and alternatives to produce recommendations and reporting for senior management and the board.
• Oversee preparation of financial reports and financial statements, ensuring relevance, accuracy, IFRS compliance and appropriate insight for stakeholders.
• Support the annual budgeting process, including creating operating expense and salary worksheets, consolidating submissions, and supporting business areas throughout.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new and existing financial standards, guidelines and requirements, assessing organizational impact and coordinating implementation of recommendations.
• Lead or support cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives as project manager or subject matter expert, translating strategy into business requirements and ensuring delivery on scope and schedule.
• Working with financial models to deliver insights, including supporting strong capital management and liquidity practices, and providing financial forecasts.
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of financial processes, policies and procedures.

What You Bring to the Table

• Post-secondary degree in Accounting or Business.
• Accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, or CGA).
• Seven years of progressive experience in a finance or accounting role, with increasing levels of responsibility.

Belonging Matters Here

AMA is committed to providing an inclusive, respectful, and accessible environment. If you require an accommodation at any time during our recruitment process, please contact [e-mail]. We’ll work with you feel supported throughout your journey with us.

WORK MODEL:

Hybrid

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.