The Financial Analyst will participate in month-end closing processes and improve financial reporting under IFRS. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, ensuring compliance with internal controls, supporting auditors, and enhancing ERP functions. The role demands a CPA designation, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, while also being involved in various ad hoc financial reports.
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join our team on a 2-year contract. Within the Finance Team, reporting to the Controller, the Financial Analyst participates in the accounting functions within the financial reporting cycle. The person is involved in the month-end closing process and the good conduct and continuous improvement of the financial reporting processes under IFRS, while proposing new ways to inspire best practices. The ideal candidate is a strong CPA or CPA in the making with demonstrated public company experience.
Role
- Participate in the month-end closing process and preparation of journal entries.
- Actively involved in preparation of financial statements and related notes under IFRS
- Improve financial reporting processes and propose new ways to inspire best practices within the financial reporting cycle.
- Participate in unifying financial reporting processes across all entities.
- Play an active role in the audit process and support external auditors for year end financial statements.
- Actively participate in designing and implementing internal controls over financial reporting framework (ICFR) and ensure compliance with the requirements of 52-109.
- Continuously improve ERP functions and processes.
- Produce compliance reports and filings.
- Other ad hoc requests (Sales Tax Declaration, IFRS analysis, etc).
Requirements
- CPA designation required (or in the process of having it), Big Four experience is a bonus.
- 3+ years of relevant public accounting experience with similar responsibilities.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS
- Understanding of Financial Compliance & Disclosures: NI 52-109.
- Rigorous approach to problem solving, ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Willingness to improve processes and challenge Status Quo.
- Able to perform in a changing environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Positive, strong, proactive work ethic approach.
- Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced with Excel).
- Fluent in English, French is an asset.
- Knowledge of Oracle NetSuite is an asset.
- Knowledge of Workiva is an asset.
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The Financial Analyst will support the finance team's accounting functions by participating in month-end close processes, preparing financial statements per IFRS, and improving financial reporting processes. Responsibilities include contributing to audits, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing ERP functionalities, while collaborating with team members to promote best practices.
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