Lead Financial Analyst

5 days ago


Waterloo, Ontario, Canada CB Canada Full time

Job Overview:


We are seeking an experienced Lead Financial Analyst to join our team in the Hi Tech industry. As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for financial statement preparation and consolidation, account analysis and reconciliations, cash flow analysis, budgets and forecasting, audit preparation, and internal control maintenance and regulatory reporting.


About the Role:


This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic company in the Waterloo, Ontario area. You will be part of various department-wide initiatives and constantly improve the automation of the accounting and reporting process.


Responsibilities:



  • Achieve compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures and controls by working with business partners
  • Review financial results (benchmarks, trends, performance metrics)
  • Assemble monthly consolidated P& L and Balance Sheet flux analysis for management reporting
  • Formulate Balance Sheet account reconciliations
  • Coordinate quarterly reviews and testing with internal and external auditors
  • Carry out monthly accounting close procedures and deliverables (journal entries, reconciliations, reports) in compliance with GAAP

Requirements:


To be successful in this role, you will need:



  • Competence with financial data analysis and report generation that is prompt and accurate
  • Proficiency in ERP systems
  • Demonstrated ability in strong analytical, quantitative and social skills
  • Ability to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and deadlines
  • BA/BS in Accounting, CPA credentials are highly desired
  • SOX internal control assessments (Section 404) experience
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment, to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent
  • Adeptness in month end closings
  • General familiarity with Accrual Accounting
  • General Journal experience preferred
  • Expertise in Account Balance
  • Journal Entry experience
  • Practical knowledge of financial analysis
  • Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP Accounting
  • Comprehensive knowledge of account analysis
  • Strong familiarity with Accounts Receivable (AR)
  • Understanding of corporate performance management (CPM) and business intelligence systems required
  • Self-driven motivator who takes initiative on projects with a strong ability to understand and solve creative challenges
  • 5+ years of overall general accounting experience
  • Ability to work well with functional department managers

Benefits:


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Salary:$85,000 - $110,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.



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