Financial Analyst

Harris Computer • Ottawa, ON

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Harris Public Sector Group's Schools' division is looking to hire a Financial Analyst responsible for providing financial support and analysis for the division. You will work closely with fellow Analysts, AR/AP Clerks, the Controller, and the business unit's Vice Presidents. You will have a chance to join a fast-paced organization with a large, stable, and continuously growing presence in the vertical market software industry! We are looking for a candidate on the CPA path with accounting experience and strong analytical skills with attention to detail. Reporting to the Controller, you will perform month, quarter, and year-end closing tasks, in addition to working closely with the Business Unit on various ad hoc projects. The position is based out of our newly renovated corporate head office in Ottawa, Ontario. Harris provides mission critical software solutions for the Public Sector, Healthcare, Utilities and Private Sector verticals throughout North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Working for Harris is the perfect opportunity to fulfill your professional goals as well as achieve your personal dreams! Our employees enjoy a casual work environment that offers comfort while providing superior service to our customers. We empower our employees to make a difference. We have an award winning culture. We offer opportunity to learn. We are financially strong and we are owned by the largest software company in Canada (CSI). We have fun! Harris is committed to an equal opportunity employment program, and applications from members of targeted groups, including women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and visible minorities, are encouraged. If you are a person with a disability, you may receive assistance with the screening and selection process upon request. The Harris Talent Acquisition team does not use text messages to communicate with candidates or solicit confidential information. We encourage all candidates to apply for posted positions. They will be contacted by either a Harris manager or a member of the Talent Acquisition team for an interview, provided they meet the required criteria. Harris is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law. As part of our recruitment process, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during the initial screening phase to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely align with the requirements of the role. This technology supports efficiency and consistency in the early stages, but it never replaces human judgement. All subsequent evaluations and final hiring decisions are made by our recruitment professionals. AI does not make final hiring decisions.

Requirements

• 3+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis and accounting
• CPA Business or Finance degree
• Effective communicator that has the experience and is comfortable working with all levels of management
• Solutions focused mindset with a desire to improve processes
• Strong analytical skills with an attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• CPA designation (or in pursuit of)
• Experience with IFRS accounting standards and project accounting and software revenue recognition
• Positive attitude and a passion for continuous learning
• A dynamic personality with the ability to manage the expectations of multiple stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with and providing excellent customer service to the business unit(s)
• Completing the month-end and quarter-end close processes by analyzing results, preparing journal entries and detailed balance sheet reconciliations, and reporting for senior management
• Tracking & analyzing deferred maintenance, hardware, software, and professional services revenue streams
• Forecast benefits, payroll taxes and depreciation and updating actual results for headcount, bookings, and backlog
• Calculate commissions owed based on invoicing/bookings
• Assisting with special projects & ad hoc reporting as needed by divisional Controller, EVP, and VP's

Benefits

• Three weeks' vacation and five personal days
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage from your first day of employment
• Employee stock ownership and RRSP/401k matching programs
• Lifestyle rewards
• Flexible work options
• Comprehensive benefit package
• Other additional “Perks”
• Opportunity to learn

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level