Financial Analyst

Martin Brower•Mississauga, ON

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position will be the Finance business partner for our transportation stakeholders, utilizing strong financial reporting, analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills to support cross functional partners. The Financial Analyst will own the relationship with their respective business partners and provide financial analytics, planning, reporting and processing to support management in driving the business forward.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in financial reporting/analysis/financial planning
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business, Commerce or other quantitative discipline
Working towards business related designation (i.e., CPA, CFA, etc.)
Advanced problem solving and critical thinking in compiling and analyzing information
Ability to understand cross functional impact and communicate with stakeholders
Ability to work independently in a detail-oriented, fast-paced environment while meeting set deadlines
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Advanced Excel Skills
Knowledge of accounting software (i.e. JD Edwards) and databases (i.e. HOST, Hyperion, Cognos)
This position must pass a post-offer background check

Responsibilities

Preparing financial/operational reports
Analyzing results vs. budget/forecast – including root cause analysis, developing action plans, and executing on those plans with team management/cross-functional partners
Preparing and validating journal entries
Reconciling key balance sheet account
Preparing financial reports and projections for external stakeholders
Serving as primary back up for Mississauga Head Office financial reporting
Managing monthly mileage reporting
Managing monthly branch transfer financial reconciliations
Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data, quantifying financial opportunity/risk, and communicating the optimal business decisions/actions
Developing annual business plans and quarterly forecasts in collaboration with business partners
Leading and/or participating in strategic business initiatives
Developing/maintaining key metrics as required
Performing other ad hoc analysis to support business needs
Other projects or duties as assigned