Payroll and Financial Analyst (Contract)

YWCA Toronto•Toronto, ON

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll and Financial Analyst is responsible for detailed analytical reviews, analysis and reconciliations of the payroll budget, participation in the Procurement Committee, assisting with quarterly budget projections and annual budget preparation, and other Finance administrative functions. This role supports the Senior Payroll Administrator in preparing monthly trial balance, accruals, payroll cost and benefit entries, and maintaining staff data in the ADP Payroll system. The analyst also prepares and distributes monthly payroll reports, reviews and reconciles payroll budgets, participates in the Procurement Committee to identify savings opportunities, and acts as a backup for the Accounts Payable clerk. Additionally, the role assists the Manager of Finance and Director of Finance and Information Technology with association-wide budget preparation and quarterly forecasts.

Requirements

In-depth knowledge of an academic discipline normally acquired through undergraduate degree (e.g. Accounting or Business Administration) or a level 3 CPA (Cases for Equivalency will be considered).
3-5 years directly related work experience including working with complex databases.
Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
Advanced MS Excel skill including Macros, Pivot tables, V-lookup.
Working knowledge of Excel (VBA) - Visual Basic for Applications
Advanced competency with accounting software (GP Dynamics and Management Reporter preferred).
Knowledge of the social service sector and awareness of women’s issues.
Knowledge of culturally diverse communities.
Superior and proven organizational and administrative skills, including an ability to work to deadlines.
Superior and proven accuracy to detail required.
Ability to work under pressure and respond to changing priorities.
Ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds.
Must possess a positive attitude with strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to think strategically, plan ahead and anticipate needs and issues.
Experience working with volunteers or committees.
Uses good judgment and discretion in dealing with confidential information.

Responsibilities

Prepares monthly trial balance, accruals, payroll cost and benefit entries and inputs into the accounting system within established cutoff periods.
Prepares a detailed report of salary expenses across the Association with the corresponding program accounts.
Supports Senior Payroll Administrator with record keeping and maintenance of staff data in the ADP Payroll system.
Prepares and distributes monthly payroll reports to each program.
Reviews, analyzes and reconciles payroll budget for programs across the Association for quarterly meetings and annual budget preparation.
Participates in the Procurement Committee meetings to support identifying savings opportunities while also ensuring that the organization meets its essential needs.
Works as a backup for the Accounts Payable clerk position, submitting invoices for approval and posting them in the accounting system for payment.
Assists the Manager of Finance and Director of Finance and Information Technology in Association-wide budget preparation and quarterly forecasts and helps to ensure that budget information is entered correctly in the accounting system.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental Coverage
Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefit
Multi-Sector Pension Plan: Employer’s contribution of 5.75% and Employee Contribution of 3.25%
20 Vacation Days
1.5 Days Per Month Sick Leave
12 Paid Holidays
Health Promotional Days
4 Float Days
Child Care Benefits
Maternity/Parental Leave Supplementary Employment Benefits
Educational/Sabbatical Leave
Financial Assistance for Professional Development