Analyst, Financial Services & Vendor Reporting - Remote

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About The Position

Join our dedicated Service Provider Reporting team as an Analyst, Financial Services & Vendor Reporting. Reporting to the Manager, Financial Services & Vendor Reporting, the Financial Services & Reporting Analyst supports the delivery of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) programs by ensuring accurate financial settlements, claims processing, and service provider reporting. This role plays a critical part in validating claims tied to collection, transfer, and processing activities, and ensuring alignment between reported tonnage and financial reimbursements. Working closely with service providers, operations, and finance and program reporting teams, the Analyst ensures the integrity, completeness, and timeliness of data used to support program payments. The role contributes to maintaining strong financial controls, supporting regulatory compliance, and enabling transparent, auditable program performance. This is a salaried position and requires residency in Canada.

Requirements

Post-secondary education related to business, supply chain operations, Finance, or related field.
2 to 5 years of experience in financial operations, reporting, or program administration.
Experience working with enterprise systems such as SAP S/4HANA.
Experience working with large datasets, spreadsheets, and financial systems.
Working knowledge of ERP systems including SAP S/4HANA (FICO – vendor setup) and Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).
Strong proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and presentations using MS Excel and PowerPoint.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, showing initiative and creativity in problem solving within fast‑paced, changing environments.
Proven capability to handle confidential information with professionalism, discretion, tact, and sound judgment.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, documentation, and financial records.
Ability to perform effectively under pressure while managing competing priorities.
Strong customer service orientation, emphasizing responsiveness, professionalism, and issue resolution.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Highly organized with strong time management skills, enabling effective multitasking.
Effective problem‑solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, analyze root causes, and escalate appropriately.
Collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively across functions.
Basic analytical capability to identify trends and recurring issues to support process improvement.

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Dynamics 365 is considered an asset.
Understanding of EPR frameworks, recycling systems, or stewardship programs is an asset.

Responsibilities

Review and validate claims submitted by service providers (e.g., collectors, processors) to ensure compliance with EPR program rules and funding models.
Verify reported tonnage, rates, and supporting documentation prior to claim approval.
Process claims adjustments, corrections, and cancellations as required.
Maintain detailed records of claim status, approvals, and audit documentation.
Support the end-to-end settlement process for EPR programs, ensuring timely and accurate payments to service providers.
Assist in preparing payment runs and proposals based on approved claims and program funding structures.
Post payments and support financial entries in alignment with organizational accounting practices.
Monitor and track service provider tonnage reporting to ensure data is complete, accurate, and submitted on time.
Validate reported tonnage against program requirements, contracts, and operational data sources.
Follow up with service providers to resolve discrepancies, missing data, or reporting delays.
Perform reconciliations between service provider reporting, operational systems, and financial outputs.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in tonnage, rates, or payments.
Identify and resolve or escalate data or system issues (e.g., file transfer errors, reporting gaps).
Ensure adherence to financial controls, audit requirements, and EPR regulatory obligations.
Maintain documentation to support audits and program transparency.
Contribute to process improvements that enhance data quality, efficiency, and control.