Senior Financial Analyst

2 days ago

Toronto, ON, Canada Alquemy Search & Consulting Full-time $50,000 - $60,000 Contract

One of Alquemy's clients, a well-known utilities company based in Toronto, is looking to hire a Sr. FInancial Analyst with a Canadian CPA designation.

Duration of Term: 1 year

Pay Range: $50-60 INC and T4

Based on 35 hours per week

Mandatory Hybrid Work Model: 3 days in office (Tues-Thu

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Preparation and review of inputs into the consolidated financial statement note disclosures on a quarterly basis
  • Prepares routine and non‑routine journal entries and reconciliations on a monthly and quarterly basis.
  • Provides reliable financial information, analysis and operational support related to electricity regulatory filings and other internal management reporting requirements.
  • Implements accounting, organizational and regulatory policies and the associated internal control activities, including supporting external auditors.
  • Discusses financial performance in terms of key value drivers of the business and clearly communicates the analysis behind the numbers.
  • Remains current and compliant with emerging IFRS and Accounting Procedures Handbook (APH) accounting and disclosure requirements and implementation of those accounting standard changes.
  • Improves productivity in processes, which may include re‑engineering current processes and finding automation and efficiencies through the use of IT tools.
  • Implements risk management and internal controls, including assessment and monitoring whether internal controls in place are adequately designed and operating effectively.
  • Tracks and monitors progress of key projects and initiatives to facilitate company‑wide accountability.
  • Leads meetings/initiatives with business units and cross functional teams; influences others with respect to obtaining required inputs, timelines and achieving desired outcomes.
  • Understanding of regulatory accounting and MIFRS is highly desired.
  • Performs ad hoc analysis, special projects and initiatives as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor/ Undergraduate degree in Commerce, Business Administration or related field from an accredited school.
  • Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Designation in Canada is required
  • Five (5) or more years of progressive financial analysis experience.