Description:
Working at The Hospital for Sick Children is not just a job - it's a career. Our Staff are our greatest strength as they form our vision, carry out our mission and represent our values. We are currently looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join our Research Awards and Finance Services Team. In this position, you will report to the Senior Controller, Research Financial Planning and Operations and you will be responsible for supporting the financial and reporting activities of the Research Institute at the Hospital for Sick Children.
Perks include a flexible hybrid/work from home schedule, comprehensive health benefits and defined benefit pension, wellness programs, peer support, tuition and membership fee reimbursement, etc.
Here`s What You`ll Get To Do:
- Act as a finance partner to Research operating departments and facilities by meeting regularly with managers to remain appraised of business operations, provide financial analysis and conduct meaningful explanations of performance results.
- Participate in the budgeting and forecasting processes including the annual operating plan, long range planning and monthly forecasting.
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports and presentations for senior management to aid in their strategic reviews.
- Develop customized reports and visually impactful presentations for various end users and stakeholders including annual budget presentations, reports on key performance indicators, etc.
- Actively participate and provide support in financial review discussions and decision making processes by gathering accurate information in a timely and efficient manner.
- Assist with the audit process by drafting of accounting position memos, providing supporting documentation and responding to questions from the auditors.
- Proactively identify areas of concern, challenge the status quo and discuss efficient process changes to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the financial information of the Research Institute.
- Lead in the preparation of various large scale reporting requirements for governmental bodies and agencies.
- Lead ad hoc requests and special projects.
Here's What You`ll Need:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
- Completion of a recognized accounting designation, preferably CPA, CA
- 3+ years accounting experience preferably with a hospital, university or non-profit. Sound knowledge of PSAB and not-for-profit accounting standards are an asset
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interface with department managers, external auditors and all levels within the Research Institute
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to design, analyze, and prepare financial reports
- Highly computer literate and proficient with the MS office suite, especially Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of PeopleSoft and Adaptive Insights are an asset
- Strong analytical skills, self-motivated, proactive, results-oriented and able to deliver to tight deadlines
- Commitment to working in team-based environments
- Passion for process simplification and improvement