Senior Financial Analyst (12-Month Contract)

OCS Ontario Cannabis Store•Toronto, ON

2d•CA$81,000 - CA$91,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Ontario Cannabis Store (OCS) is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst for a 12-month contract position. This role will provide specialized expertise in financial analysis, reporting, and compliance, focusing on developing and enhancing accounting systems and addressing complex financial challenges. The position supports the accounting function by managing transaction processing and reporting related to inventory, licensed producers (LPs), vendor reconciliations, and risk management. Key responsibilities include executing general ledger accounting, performing reconciliations, supporting month-end close, and delivering financial analysis focused on inventory. The Senior Financial Analyst will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Finance, IT, Merchandising, and Supply Chain to ensure accurate and timely processing of inventory transactions.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
4+ years of experience in finance or accounting
Experience with inventory accounting
Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, or CGA)
Strong accounting knowledge, analytical skills, and understanding of IFRS
Advanced Excel skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High level of integrity and accountability
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Dynamics experience is an asset

Responsibilities

Identify process improvement opportunities and enhance existing accounting procedures and controls.
Support period-end activities, including financial reporting, inventory reconciliations, journal entries, and analysis.
Manage inventory accounting by reviewing daily activity, performing variance analysis, validating transactions, and coordinating with DC, IT, and Supply Chain to resolve discrepancies.
Lead vendor-related processes, including reconciliations, chargebacks, AR recovery, and dispute resolution, while partnering with vendors and internal teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Supply Chain, Merchandising, Retail, IT, Treasury, and AP to improve processes, manage inventory movements, and support vendor transactions.
Develop financial models, KPIs, and reporting (weekly/monthly) to support analysis, cost of sales insights, and management presentations.
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, audit requirements, and regulatory obligations, including supporting internal and external audits.
Oversee tax-related activities such as HST reporting, reconciliation, and submissions.
Prepare ad hoc analysis, reports, and documentation, maintaining accurate records and supporting data extraction from Microsoft Dynamics 365.