Posted 2w ago

Senior Financial Analyst (18-month maternity leave replacement)

@ Brother
Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Quebec, Canada
HybridFull Time
Responsibilities:close books, partner with stakeholders, analyze variances
Requirements Summary:CPA asset, 8-10 years accounting; FP&A asset; advanced Excel; strong financial analysis; business partnering; detail-oriented; continuous improvement; audits experience.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Excel, IFRS, General Ledger, Financial Analysis, Budgeting and Forecasting
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Role Overview:

Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Financial Analyst – Reporting is responsible for executing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, along with day-to-day general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and analysis. This role plays a key part in managing stakeholder relationships, driving spend optimization across departments, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

 

The Senior Financial Analyst is committed to enhancing every customer interaction while upholding the guiding principles of our Global Charter and aligning with Total Customer Satisfaction standards.



Duties & Responsibilities:
    • Fulfill responsibilities under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and ensure ongoing compliance
    • Ensure timely and accurate completion of monthly general ledger close activities, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and analysis
    • Act as a trusted Finance Business Partner to assigned stakeholder groups, providing financial guidance and support
    • Develop and deliver meaningful analytics for business units to proactively identify risks and opportunities
    • Provide variance analysis and clear explanations (budget vs. actuals, actuals vs. forecast) in collaboration with cost center owners
    • Prepare and present insights, including key metric trends, and quantified risks and opportunities
    • Support the preparation and review of financial reporting packages for the parent company
    • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accurate and complete reporting
    • Identify opportunities to streamline, improve, and automate processes using continuous improvement methodologies
    • Prepare and review annual insurance renewals
    • Participate in the budgeting process
    • Prepare periodic management reports
    • Assist with external audits
    • Perform ad hoc financial analysis as required
    • Contribute to team development by building  capabilities aligned with organizational objectives
    • Support additional projects, duties, and ad hoc requests as assigned


Experience & Qualifications:
    • CPA designation (an asset)
    • 8–10 years of experience in accounting
    • FP&A background (an asset)
    • Advanced Excel skills
    • Strong experience in financial analysis
    • Proven ability in business partnering
    • Self-motivated and results-driven
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
    • Highly detail-oriented and deadline-driven
    • Experience with continuous improvement methodologies
    • Excellent communication and organizational skills
    • Adaptable in a fast-paced environment
    • Experience supporting audits


Additional Details for This Role:

Hybrid Work Setting - The flexibility to work remotely or in the office enhances work-life balance and strengthens our sense of Brother Community and Team Spirit. 
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