Senior Financial Analyst

at  CMHA Calgary

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Finance the Senior Financial Analyst preforms all technical functions in the preparation of financial models, organizational budgets, grant applications and reporting to third party donors. This role will also be responsible for supporting the financial system through the development and maintenance of financial reports and assisting with administering CMHA Calgary’s banking and investments complying with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for Financials.

DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Senior Financial Analyst
HOURS OF WORK: 35 hours per week
REPORTS TO: Senior Manager, Finance & Accounting

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERTISE REQUIRED:

• Minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience.
• In depth knowledge of QuickBooks Online.
• Professional accounting designation (CA, CPA) with a related university degree.
• Experience in grant reporting to various agencies including: AHS, AGLC, Government of Canada. and other external stakeholder organizations, is a must.
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial management systems.
• Strong technical acumen using IFRS and Canadian GAAP.
• Ability to implement strong accounting processes and streamline inefficiencies.
• Significant experience with financial statement preparation and disclosure.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think creatively in order to find new solutions.
• Strong mentoring and performance management skills.
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and Videoconferencing tools and software.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to build and manage teammates, inspire others, as well as interact effectively with peers and senior leaders.

Reconciliations

• Analyze financial information and prepare balance sheets.
• Resolve account payable and receivable issues or queries.
• Accurately perform daily reconciliations of cash, check and credit card transactions, and tally and file invoices.
• Assist in financial and tax audits, and general ledger preparation.
• Prepare payroll returns and corporate reporting requirements.
• Develop monthly financial statements that include cash flow, profit and loss statements, and balance sheets.
• Complete end of month close procedures.
• Posting journal entries, updating financial statements, maintaining accounts receivable and accounts payable, and preparing financial reports.
• Reconcile all grant funding to deferred revenue.
• Prepare AGLC reports for casino, bingo and raffles and reconcile to deferred revenue.

Budget Preparation

• Prepare budget for grant funding applications in conjunction with Fund Development.
• Prepare grant reports to funders in conjunction with Fund Development.
• Track all restricted funding programs to monitor spending and ensure funds are spent in accordance with funding agreements.
• Coordinate with management and staff to prepare budgets.
• Assist in the preparation of the organizational budget and financial models to support the
• business planning process.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare the organizations cash-flow report and long-term financial forecast.
• Prepare annual GST return along with annual charity return.
• Prepare reports for grant funders including but not limited to Alberta Health Services, City of Calgary, Government of Canada, etc.
• Develop and maintain the integrity of GP365 financial system reporting in conjunction with accounting staff.
• Assist in the preparation of reports on key financial performance metrics, SROI and benchmarking for internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare ad-hoc reports as required to support the organization’s decision making.
• Identify trends and recommend actions for improvement based on sound analysis.