Job Type: Contract
Job Category: IT
Job Description
Job Title: Senior Financial Analyst
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join our team in Edmonton, AB. This role involves full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, and data-driven financial analysis. The ideal candidate will support month-end processes, internal/external reporting, and provide strategic financial insights to drive business decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee month-end close procedures, including reconciliations and variance analysis.
- Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and dashboards in compliance with Canadian public sector accounting standards.
- Assist with quarterly and annual audits and ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures.
- Reconcile general ledger (GL) balance sheet accounts and review bank account reconciliations.
- Provide financial insights to support decision-making and optimize cost management.
- Assist in training and mentoring team members on financial processes and best practices.
- Support special projects and ad-hoc financial analysis as required.
Qualifications & Experience
Must-Have:
- CPA designation (or equivalent).
- Minimum 5 years of experience in financial reporting, full-cycle accounting, and variance analysis.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Experience with financial systems such as SAP, Oracle, or 1GX.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively.
Nice-to-Have:
- Experience in public sector accounting and familiarity with Government of Alberta financial systems.
- Strong understanding of financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting.
Additional Details
- Work Location: Hybrid (3 days in-office, 2 days remote) – Bowker Building, 9833 - 109 ST, Edmonton, AB.
- Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:15 AM – 4:30 PM (Alberta time).
- Security & Background Checks: Criminal record and educational verification required before onboarding.
- Equipment Provided: Laptop, dual monitors, keyboard, and mouse.
Application & Interview Process
Anticipated Interviews: April 7–11 (tentative).
Submission Requirements:
- Updated resume, detailing relevant experience with project/job dates (MMM/YYYY – MMM/YYYY format).
- Three professional references from recent projects.
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