Sr. Financial Analyst

Robert Half

  • Toronto, ON
  • $90,000-95,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
Job Description:We are seeking an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join our [Insert Company Name] finance team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in financial planning and analysis, project budgeting, operational performance monitoring, and strategic problem-solving. You will serve as a trusted business partner across multiple departments, providing critical support in navigating financial and non-financial data to enhance operational efficiency and achieve organizational goals.Key Responsibilities:
  • Financial Reporting & Analysis:
  • Coordinate and prepare monthly financial statements and variance reports.
  • Monitor assigned program operational performance against plans through the creation of monthly status and year-end forecast reports.
  • Track project progress by performing budget tracking and variance analysis.
  • Business Partnering & Collaboration:
  • Build strong business partnerships with various organizational departments to gain insight into ongoing and planned activities.
  • Support programs and services by improving operational efficiency through financial and statistical expertise.
  • Capital Planning & Cash Flow Management:
  • Prepare and maintain capital planning records and track funding requests from departments.
  • Update and maintain cash flow and portfolio forecasts.
  • Perform capital project reconciliations and prepare required ministry submissions.
  • Accounting Operations:
  • Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes for funds and accounts.
  • Prepare and review account reconciliations to ensure accuracy of accounting records.
  • Audit & Compliance:
  • Assist in preparing annual financial statements with accompanying note disclosures and supporting working papers for external audits.
  • Coordinate with external auditors for the review of accounting systems and records.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting policies and industry guidelines.
  • Budgeting & Strategic Planning:
  • Support the preparation of program budgets and regularly monitor and analyze variances.
  • Contribute to the development and execution of strategies to meet accountability targets aligned with the Strategic Plan.
  • Provide financial and statistical analysis for business cases and costing for initiatives.
  • Project Work & Ad Hoc Tasks:
  • Participate in cross-functional projects involving internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to:
  • Budget and business intelligence tools implementation
  • Assistance with requests for proposals (RFPs)
  • Costing analysis for planned initiatives
Requirements:Qualifications & Skills:
  • Education & Certification:
  • Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA) designation or close to completion.
  • Experience:
  • Proven background in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP& A).
  • Demonstrated expertise in SAP ECC; familiarity with Smart Stream and Cognos is an asset.
  • Technical Skills:
  • Strong budget preparation, variance analysis, cash flow management, and reconciliation skills.
  • Proficiency in financial systems and tools for forecasting and reporting.
  • Core Competencies:
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective business partnering.
  • Strategic problem-solving ability with attention to detail.
  • Capable of navigating financial and non-financial data to drive operational efficiency and solutions.

Robert Half