Senior Financial Analyst– (Temporary Contract)

at  Centennial College

Job Number:
J1124-0699
Job Title:
Senior Financial Analyst– (Temporary Contract)
Job Type:
Temp FT, Support
Bargaining Unit:
FT Support
School/Department:
Finance, Business Development, Real Estate Strategy and Office of Development
Location:
Greater Toronto Area
Pay Range:
$46.08 - $53.43/Hour
Pay Band:
Support K
Hours/Week:
35
Shift Schedule:
Monday to Friday 8:30am 4:30pm
Date Posted:
November 18, 2024
Closing Date:
November 25, 2024

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Manager, Financial Reporting, the Senior Financial Analyst will play a key role in the preparation of briefing notes, analyses, reconciliations in support of the College’s financial transactions and the financial statements and the provision of financial and system advice to ensure the financial reporting requirements have been met. The incumbent will provide leadership in the facilitation of external audits, compliance with government reporting requirements, and collaboration with various stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• A four (4) year degree or equivalent in Commerce, Business Administration, Accounting or a related discipline
• CPA designation (i.e. CMA, CGA) required
• A minimum of 5 years experience in an accounting, auditing, financial reporting environment
• Experience working in a post-secondary environment or a large public sector organization is a definite asset
• Knowledge of and experience with Generally Accepted Accounting principles, Public Sector Accounting Standards
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced, high-volume environment with competing priorities with a high attention for detail
• Strong technical proficiency with MS Excel
• Experience with financial management tools (eg Banner, AISMartR) and ministry reporting tools (eg. CFIS) is a definite asset
• Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders in a highly diverse environment
• Demonstrated analytical skills to critically interpret and analyze data and identify key trends and findings
• Strong problem-solving skills to resolve financial data issues and discrepancies
• Possesses high initiative and independence of action
  Apply online: www.centennialcollege.ca/careers
  Proof of credentials or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post secondary institutions and/or their foreign equivalents will be required at the time of job offer.
  When applying, your cover letter and résumé must include examples that reflect all of the requested skills and qualifications and must be submitted online by November 25, 2024 at 11:59 PM EST. Please quote Job ID J1124-0699. Misrepresentation of applicant information will be grounds for your exclusion from the competition or for dismissal should you subsequently be hired for the position. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
  We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities regarding all employment activities, including access to jobs and accommodations during employment as required, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

• Prepare financial analyses, cash projections, journal entries, reconciliations, endowment reports, year-end working papers, monthly reporting schedules to ensure accurate financial records and reporting are maintained
• Compile data for ministry reporting or other regulatory reporting requirements as needed and submit the completed reports on a timely basis
• Assist in the preparation of the quarterly and year-end financial statements and reporting packages to the Board of Governors
• Lead and facilitate the annual financial statement external audit
• Prepare projections, forecasts, capital budgets
• Support Manager, Financial Reporting in providing leadership, direction and support to team members including proactive guidance, troubleshooting support and issues escalation
• Lead and coordinate system testing and upgrades for the financial reporting team
• Provide financial support and guidance to College budget holders
• Coordinate activities relating to monthly, quarterly and year-end close with budget holders to ensure that all financial transactions have been recorded accurately and on a timely basis
• Develop process and procedures documentation
• Other duties as assigned