Senior Financial Analyst

SETUP
:
Mostly remote, but must reside in Ontario, as occasional office visits may be required.

CONTRACT
: 6 months, chance to extend

START DATE
: ASAP

• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Prepare financial statements, supporting schedules, and management reports.
• Analyze financial results and explain key variances and trends.
• Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and reconciliations.

• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Support cash, investment, and transaction reporting activities.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

• Support internal and external audits by preparing working papers and responding to inquiries.
• Assist in the preparation of audited financial statements and disclosures.
• Support regulatory, tax, and compliance reporting requirements.
• Maintain well-organized and audit-ready documentation.

• Respond to finance and business stakeholder inquiries.
• Provide insights to support business decision-making.

• Accounting designation; (candidates in the final stages of enrollment will also be considered).
• 5+ years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, and/or audit experience.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP.
• Experience in the Insurance or Financial Services sector
• Experience supporting external audits and regulatory reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to work with large data sets.