The Financial Analyst will be responsible in ensuring that appropriate value adding support is provided to the appropriate Corporate Banners and business units through regular Balance Sheet and P&L review and analysis. Also, you are expected to complete regular entries on a periodic and quarterly basis. You will also be supporting the preparation and completion of reports as required for internal and external reporting purposes. You will collaborate with other teams to automate and optimize current processes to drive efficiencies and create capacity within the business.
As part of the team, we encourage individuals to be adaptable, a team player, a forward thinker that continuously look for process improvement opportunities.
What You'll Do:
Prepare, upload, and approve standard journal entries, including ad hoc requests submitted through SharePoint, or business stakeholders
Prepare periodic account reconciliation of balance sheet accounts
Prepare & review financial reports and analysis
Active involvement with various period end close activities including in depth analysis
Liaise with various departments as well as outside agencies as needed
Take a lead role in ensuring that department objectives and initiatives are completed
Continuously monitor, recommend, and implement process improvement initiatives to increases effectiveness and productivity of the department
Conduct presentations to leadership groups.
Assist with ad-hoc and cross-functional projects and initiatives as required
Commitment to promoting a workplace of inclusiveness and belonging
Act as a backup for colleagues that are on leave
Various other duties as required
What you will need:
Strong Excel knowledge / experience would be considered an asset
Strong English and/or French (optional) communication both oral and written
Ability to converse comfortably with business partners
Intermediate experience with spreadsheet applications, word documents and email (office suite)
Professional attitude (business attire, communication with colleagues, positive attitude, professional demeanor)
Strong organizational and time management skills with keen attention to detail and commitment to excellence
Demonstrated ability to work independently or part of a team
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to problem solve and offer constructive solutions
Ability to meet required deadlines/targets
Be flexible and able to adapt to change in a positive manner