Financial Analyst

Job ID: 476604

Work Type: Contract

**It is a great time to join the CRH Canada team CRH Canada is going through an exciting business transformation which demands first-class Talent Management support to drive results.**

**We are building a world
- class team. Make your mark**

**You will be a successful addition to our team if you look at change as an opportunity to develop and contribute to the business. You will be successful in your role if you like partnering with the business, presenting new ideas and providing excellent customer service.**

**Who we are**
Recognized as one of Greater Toronto's Top 100 Employers and under the long established and respected name of Dufferin Construction, a CRH Company, we operate a multi-million construction business which provides construction services throughout Southern Ontario and on key projects across Canada. Founded in 1912, Dufferin Construction has built a solid reputation for market excellence, drawing on a rich history and a strong heritage of quality, stability and innovative leadership in the marketplace. Dufferin Construction is one of the largest heavy civil engineering contractors in the industry, employing over 1000 people.

**Reporting to the Assistant Controller for Dufferin Construction, the Financial Analyst will be responsible for**:

- Execute month-end activities for closing the accounting periods in a timely manner.
- Review routine and complex business transactions to identify relevant accounting and reporting issues.
- Validate financial and non-financial data and resolve any issues to ensure alignment between all financial systems.
- Analyze monthly results and provide commentary explaining the variances against forecast, budget, and prior year performance.
- Compile monthly reports and presentations for senior management.
- Assist in preparation of forecasts, budget, and strategic plans.
- Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of budgets and forecasts to assist in management's review and decision making.
- Prepare ad-hoc reports and presentations, and support management on any ad-hoc financial analysis.
- Ensure compliance with IFRS accounting principles, internal control SOX requirements, and CRH Central Service standards.
- Contribute to improvements in accounting and reporting policies and procedures.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor of Business Administration or Commerce and/or a combination of relevant work experience.
- Professional designation (CPA, CFA - or in the process) is considered an asset.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
- Ability to manipulate large data sets demonstrate critical thinking in producing various analyses and tables, as well as develop charts/graphs in both Excel and PowerPoint.
- SAP, Viewpoint, Oracle Hyperion Financial Management or Oracle Hyperion Planning experience preferred.
- Proven understanding of financial statements, and proven knowledge of financial analysis, variance analysis, and forecasting.
- Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to self-review.
- Ability to adapt to versatile deliverables/analyses and demonstrate logic/reasoning.
- Exhibit strong time management skills, ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment with ad-hoc deliverables.
- Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills.
- Desire to learn and be involved in a variety of ad-hoc projects and changing reporting needs.
- Previous Construction Accounting experience is considered an asset.

**Why work with us?**
- Flexible benefits package from Day 1 - you choose what you need
- Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off and Employee Family Assistance Program.
- Financial Security: Competitive Pension Plan and Annual Bonus Program.
- Global Career Development Opportunities - pave your own path

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CRH Canada Group Inc. recognizes Canada’s diverse landscape. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process._