Senior Financial Analyst

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald’s Accounting & Finance team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Senior Financial Analyst will work in conjunction with the Senior Regional Controller to undertake and manage the financial and administration affairs of the assigned regions / company in accordance with Corporate Policy.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Assist operations with preparation of any ad hoc reports
• Support ongoing business planning and quarterly forecasting processes as well as annual strategic planning exercise
• Complete and review month-end reconciliations and budget variance analyses
• Manage cash flow and other company assets
• Provide financial recommendations and ideas when new business initiatives are proposed
• Ensure management of general ledger
• Resolve any vendor payment disputes
• Assist with collection of accounts receivable when required
• Plan, organize and undertake the period close process including preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Ensure conformity with internal accounting policies and business processes as well as compliance with established internal controls, including approval requirements with a keen eye toward cost control and accuracy
• Ensure integrity of financial data and systems and adherence to Corporate reporting timelines
• Participation in annual external audit
• Develop stream-lined reports using Power BI
• Prepare salary recovery worksheets and other cost transfer forms and post
• Post journal entries, perform bank reconciliations and reconcile required general ledger accounts as required
• Perform month end process related to jobs (i.e. closeouts, profit recognition, unbilled work orders) and update of accounting WIP reports

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Change Orientation
• Communicates Effectively
• Continuous Learning
• Customer Focus
• Holds Self and Others Accountable
• Problem Solving and Innovation
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Values and Respects Others
• Maximizes Business Performance and Team Effectiveness
• Strategic Perspective

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of a diploma in Business Administration Accounting or a degree in Finance
• CPA designation a requirement

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller position
• Prior experience in a construction or engineering company preferred

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency with advanced Excel skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Advanced Excel knowledge and systems aptitude
• Knowledge of JDE Edwards or comparable ERP system preferred

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Team events and outings year-round

One company with endless opportunities to learn and grow

A family business with family values

Long-term stability

Competitive compensation and benefits packages

Interesting and challenging work