Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst

Harris Utilities Group is seeking a Financial Analyst to work closely with fellow Analysts and the Controller in providing financial support and analysis for the MACC business unit.

We are expanding and looking for talented, motivated, and eager people to join our dynamic company. We have one of the largest finance departments in Ottawa and offer opportunities for growth on all levels.

WHAT YOUR IMPACT WILL BE

Manage month-end and quarter-end close processes by working with the finance team to meet reporting deadlines

Prepare and post various account transactions

Accurate and timely completion of all balance sheet reconciliations

Assist with quarterly variance analysis

Escalate prevalent issues to leadership as needed

Proactively establish and maintain internal controls to minimize compliance or audit issues

Verify data integrity and compliance through consistent monitoring and auditing

Identify, improve, and standardize processes within Finance where possible

Assisting with special projects & ad hoc reporting as required

WHAT WILL BE YOUR NEW ROLE

Technical accounting analyses under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). A non-exhaustive list of tasks includes:

Completing the month-end and quarter-end close processes – analyzing results; preparing journal entries and detailed balance sheet reconciliations; and various reporting deliverables for the senior leadership team(s)

Tracking & analyzing deferred revenue streams

Calculating commissions owed based on invoicing/bookings

Building and nurturing relationships and providing excellent customer service to the business unit(s)

Assisting the business unit(s) with maintaining an accurate forecast

Prepare audit requests and respond to queries during quarterly reviews and the interim and year-end audit

Leading and/or assisting with special ad hoc projects that impact various stakeholders within the organization

Helping with due diligence and integrating new acquisitions into the finance group

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

1+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis and/or accounting

College/University degree in accounting

CPA member/student or desire to work towards a CPA designation

Effective communicator that has experience and is comfortable working with all levels of management

Solutions focused mindset with a desire to improve processes

Strong analytical skills with an attention to detail

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT

Familiarity with IFRS reporting framework and project accounting and/or software revenue recognition

Positive attitude and a passion for continuous learning

Dynamic personality with the ability to manage the expectations of multiple stakeholders

WHAT WE OFFER

Three weeks' vacation and five personal days

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage from your first day of employment

Financial and professional development support for CPA candidates and members

Employee stock ownership and RRSP matching programs

Lifestyle rewards

Flexible work options

Performance driven organization with many opportunities for advancement

And more!

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