Senior Financial Business Analyst

Company Description

The University Health Network, where above all else the needs of patients come first , encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, West Park Healthcare Centre and the Michener Institute of Education.

The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education.

With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning , the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 17,000 employees, more than 1,250 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers.

UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Job Description

Union : Non-Union

Site : 700 University Avenue

Department : Accounts Payable

Reports to : Manager, Accounts Payable

Grade : N0 : 10

Hours : hours per week

Salary : $84,068-$105,086 annually (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)

Status : Permanent Full-Time

Closing Date : June 17, 2024

As a key member of the Accounts Payable Finance team, the Senior Business Analyst performs a broad scope of professional accounting activities requiring experience, professional knowledge, and application of accounting principles and practices.

The scope of the role includes effective financial planning, performance measurement, and analysis of activities, revenues, and costs.

The role works closely with senior management, and Directors; preparing and analyzing monthly / quarterly packages to facilitate decision making and financial / activity reporting.

Duties :

• Supervise the analytical staff providing guidance and support in their daily tasks.
• Ensure standards and policies are adhered to. Enforce quality and customer service standards.
• Support core financial processes (annual budget, quarterly forecasts, monthly reporting) to build a solid and compelling financial plan that meets the expectations of Accounts Payable
• Lead month-end process through the review / preparation of journal entries, reporting of key statistics, and oversight of monthly analysis.
• Provide support to manager by regularly meeting with clients to resolve issues while identifying risks and opportunities
• Lead departmental audits, provincial consolidation, input tax and special projects.
• Liaise with clients external and internal as needed. Provide education when necessary.
• Development and maintenance of standards and operational procedures and controls
• Performing cross-functional and / or other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested

Qualifications

• Professional accounting designation (CPA) or business degree with relevant experience
• University degree in Business Administration or equivalent program
• Three to Five years related experience in an accounting environment with exposure to analyze and interpret complex financial / business data
• Experience in a healthcare environment, preferred
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent organizational, time management and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to take initiative and embrace challenges
• Experience in business case analysis, able to translate operation situation into financial forms
• Adheres to confidentiality policy for sensitive financial and clinical data and information
• VAT and withholding tax knowledge an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, extensive knowledge of Access and Excel, experience with SAP S4 / Hana and Ariba an asset

Additional Information

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks.

It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP )
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including : travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN’s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process.

Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.