Senior Financial Analyst

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19 Nov 2024

Full-time, Contract

Remote

$40-50 / per Hour

Job Details:

Staffworks is hiring a Senior Financial Analyst, External Reporting for our client in the midtown area, Toronto. This role is a critical position within the organization’s finance team, focusing on the preparation and delivery of quarterly and annual financial reports, as well as ensuring compliance with IFRS standards. This role involves a high level of responsibility and visibility, interacting with senior leadership, and supporting various finance-related projects such as process improvements and technical accounting.

Interested candidates may submit their resume in word doc. format to Monique Pedro moniquep@staffworkscanada.com for further consideration. Staffworks thanks all candidates for their interest; however only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.

Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare Financial Statements: You will be responsible for drafting the quarterly and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS standards. This includes ensuring that the statements are accurate, complete, and delivered on time.
- Financial Statement Notes & Cash Flow: The role requires you to deliver the accompanying financial statement notes and cash flow statements, also in accordance with IFRS.
- MD&A Coordination: You will play a key role in the preparation and delivery of the Management Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) report on a quarterly and annual basis, ensuring that it is comprehensive and aligns with the financial statements.
- Collaboration with Leadership: As a senior analyst, you’ll be working closely with the Finance leadership team, providing support on special projects, internal controls assessments, and the implementation of new accounting standards.
- Accuracy & Timeliness: Given the external reporting nature of the work, you will ensure that all outputs are accurate and delivered within the required timelines, as they are crucial for regulatory filings and investor relations.
Requirements
Skills and Qualifications:
- CPA Designation: A CPA (CA, CGA, or CMA) is an asset.
- Experience: With 4-5 years of relevant experience in either industry or public accounting, you’ll be expected to have a deep understanding of IFRS and the processes involved in preparing financial statements.
- Technical Skills: A strong grasp of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, is essential. Experience with tools like Workiva, Hyperion Financial Management, and PeopleSoft is considered a plus.
- Communication Skills: The ability to present financial information clearly and concisely to senior leadership is crucial, as is the capacity to interact with a variety of stakeholders within the organization.
- Analytical & Organizational Skills: Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational abilities are necessary to manage the demands of this role, which involves both technical financial reporting and cross-functional collaboration.
- Team Player: The role requires a collaborative approach, working within a team-oriented environment while also managing individual responsibilities. A commitment to continuous improvement and quality is key.
Additional Considerations:
- Process Improvement: This role may involve evaluating and suggesting improvements in internal processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Exposure Across the Organization: The high visibility of this position means you’ll be working across different departments, which could provide opportunities for cross-functional learning and career development.
This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-stakes environment, is detail-oriented, and enjoys collaborating with senior leaders while maintaining high standards of financial reporting.
Accessibility

Staffworks thanks all candidates for their interest; however only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted. We are an inclusive employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage qualified applicants of all ages, races, colours, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, gender identities and sexual orientations to apply. If you are selected for an interview, please inform your recruiter of your accommodation requirements.

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