Financial Analyst

GFL Environmental Inc.•Traverse City, MI

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Analyst will be responsible for providing treasury support and managing the company’s operating cash. This role involves the review and reconciliation of General Ledger reports and activity, administration of financial reporting systems, and coordination of monthly account reconciliation assignments and review processes. The analyst will also serve as a liaison with external auditors and complete complex accounting projects. At GFL, the company emphasizes its people as its greatest asset, fostering great careers, making a positive environmental impact, and supporting employees' life ambitions. GFL believes in growth for its business and its people, helping employees advance in their jobs, learn new skills, form lasting relationships, and mentor others, while also having time for personal pursuits. With safety and sustainability at its core, GFL aims to provide environmental solutions and create cleaner, more sustainable communities, uniting employees as "Team Green" to be Green For Life. Working for GFL is presented as an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously, focusing on both professional and personal development.

Requirements

Four year degree in accounting
2-4 years of progressive accounting experience.
1-2 years of advanced experience with financial reporting systems.
High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
Strong understanding of GAAP and current accounting practices.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to manage both short and long-term accounting projects.

Nice To Haves

Relevant accounting designation preferred.
1-2 years of experience with Essbase Administration preferred.
Knowledge of JD Edwards, Global Software and report writing software desired.

Responsibilities

Maintain and update chart of accounts.
Serve as administrator of the Oracle Essbase system.
Develop standard and ad hoc reports using the Hyperion financial reporting software.
Maintain matrix of account reconciliations and insure that all reconciliations are prepared, reviewed and received by the due dates.
Serve as liaison with external auditors to coordinate audit requests.
Reconcile and maintain intangible assets.
Prepare and review General Ledger transactions and account reconciliations.
Review journal entries and account reconciliations prepared by others, as assigned.
Coordinate posting of journal entries to the General Ledger.
Coordinate and maintain accounting closing schedule.
Prepare audit and special request reports as needed.
Complete complex accounting and process improvement projects as assigned.
Provide support to General Ledger and Fixed Asset functions.
Serve as backup to Financial Analyst for preparation, analysis and distribution of monthly and quarterly financial reports.
Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state/provincial and local laws, regulations, and ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.