Financial Analyst

You might not know our name, but you know where we are. That's because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that's the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees.

You'll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations and more. We're in all major cities, at remote work sites and everywhere in between – doing business in Canada and 50+ other countries where you can learn and grow. Join us now and point your career forward

Imagine creating a place where tomorrow's leaders, big thinkers, and dreamers gather. Join us and know that you make it possible for others to learn, grow, and discover. Because of what we do, students and faculty share so much more than a meal. And that's why this is so much more than a job.

Why work with Chartwells? We are a member of Compass Group Canada, the leading foodservice and support services company. We cater to Generation Z on college campuses and upcoming K-12 generations. We offer dining programs and solutions that fit the unique needs of today's students. Join our commitment to providing responsible, healthy-eating solutions.

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Now, if you were to come on board as one of our Financial Analysts, we'd ask you to do the following for us:

• Provide financial analysis to ensure accurate financial statements and maximize profit potential.
• Coordinate the collection and compilation of weekly forecasting and analysis to ensure accuracy.
• Oversee the completion of required departmental reports and the compilation of end-of-month reports
• Initiate and maintain the annual budget process, quarterly and monthly forecasts
• Effectively implement financial processes and systems to fulfil these responsibilities
• Oversee the entire payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable process
• Closely monitor the accuracy of payroll information and deadlines for submission
• Ensure that all sales reports and financial statements are accurate before disseminated
• Clearly communicate financial results to the management team on a regular basis
• Provide accurate and targeted financial analyses upon request
• Manage a team of 1-3 employees, and ensure that they are trained and productive
• Review and monitor bank reconciliations, accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Prepare accounting information for internal and external audits
• Perform any other related tasks, including data entry, payroll, Inventory management and ordering
• POS backend integration and management
• Support the company's initiatives in the department
• Maintain positive relations with internal and external clients, and always respond promptly to their requests
• Partner with the operations management team to analyze trends and identify areas of best practice.
• Answer queries and support Operations Management and Senior leadership.
• Complete all projects on schedule and in a professional manner

Think you have what it takes to be our Financial Analyst? We're committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here's how we'll know you'll be successful in the role:

• Minimum three years of experience with financial analysis; accounting designation (i.e., CA, CMA, CGA) is preferred, ideally in a complex fast paced multi-site environment and similar industry/background.
• 3 to 5 years of financial analysis experience in  food service or retail industry (multi-site)
• Strong analytical, accounting, and reporting skills.
• University degree in accounting, accounting designation (i.e., CA, CMA, CGA)  or finance is an asset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Great attention to detail
• Good command of Microsoft Office Suite
• Flexible, independent and meticulous

Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.

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