Financial Analyst (1 year contract to perm)

Our client, an exciting technology company in Waterloo is seeking to add a results-oriented Financial Analyst to its team. This exciting position is a hybrid role containing both traditional month end accounting responsibilities with pure financial analysis. This is a one-year contract that could lead to a full-time position for the right candidate.

Department: Accounting
Locations: Waterloo, Ontario
Compensation: $70,000 to $85,000

Responsibilities:

 

In this role, you will be responsible for assisting with the month end reporting and analysis cycle. Specific responsibilities include:

 

  • Support month end / quarter end close activities
  • Assist in the annual budgeting process as well as the monthly forecasts
  • Budget to actual variance analysis including commentary
  • Monitor and continue to develop KPI, metrics and management reports to guide senior management team in business decision
  • Revenue recognition calculations using percentage of completion accounting including ensuring inputs are accurate
  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations and working papers
  • Assist in establishing accounting policies and review accounting entries to ensure compliance with these policies
  • Excel spreadsheet analysis and reporting
  • Assist in the implementation of process improvement projects

 

You will get the chance to take on ad-hoc projects as our client loves active thinkers! If you have experience in the month end reporting cycle, we need to hear from you!

Requirements:

To be considered for this Financial Analyst opportunity,

  • 3+ years of experience working in the month end reporting cycle
  • CPA designation or actively working towards a designation
  • Strong understanding of accounting concepts and principles
  • College diploma or University degree in business / accounting
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Intermediate to advanced level MS Excel skills
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail
  • Experience with a major ERP package like SAP

Please apply with a MS Word Copy of your resume. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted

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