Senior Financial Analyst

Senior Financial Analyst [Corporate Accounting]

Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, the Senior Financial Analyst is part of the corporate accounting team that consolidates and analyzes the results of Extendicare's lines of business and prepares reports for internal and external purposes and will be responsible for providing accurate and timely accounting and reporting, while ensuring that the company's policies are being followed.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, self-motivated and possess high attention to detail while still being able to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. This position requires a team player who will be able to support their team towards the overall successful achievement of team goals.

This position will be based at our Head Office in Markham, Ontario, with flexibility for in-office work as part of our hybrid work model.

Accountabilities:

Period End Close & Reporting

• Execute period end closing activities as per the month-end close checklist

• Review General and Administrative (G&A) expenses for accuracy and completeness
• Prepare reclass entries to ensure proper expense allocation between cost centers
• Perform detailed analysis and commentary against budget and prior year's actuals
• Generate and deliver the monthly management reports for internal stakeholders
• Prepare financial result presentation materials to senior management
• Prepare account reconciliations and resolve unsupported variance in a timely manner
• Prepare analysis on movement in the balance sheet accounts

Leadership

• Communicate effectively and regularly with other departments to obtain information and/or to correct transactions
• Leverage financial, business, and accounting knowledge to drive process improvement and create efficiencies

Other

• Manage internal and external auditor requests where required and as directed
• Identify and, with manager support, work towards improvement initiatives in accounting and financial reporting
• Complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting and CPA
• 3-5 years of related work experience and good understanding of financial statements
• Advanced Excel skills for working with large volumes of data
• Task oriented to meet required timelines with high quality result
• Strong communication skills with the ability to multitask in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical, comprehension and problem-solving skills
• Effective problem solving, critical thinking and influential skills
• Accounting experience with large-scale Enterprise Reporting systems, knowledge of Workday preferred

What Extendicare has to offer:

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each team member, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
• Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Robust benefits package.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network 123 owned and operated long-term care homes, as well as our home health care operations serving more than 10,000 patients annually, we provide people with the care they need wherever they call home. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 22,000 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision for a future where everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives.

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Time Type:

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.