Financial Analyst

ADAPTABLE CLIENT-CENTRED ACCOUNTABLE RESULTS-DRIVEN COLLABORATIVE

OVERVIEW

One of the longest-standing non-profits in the region, offering support for people experiencing poverty, homelessness, and barriers in the community.

Our client provides programs and services to meet diverse needs in Hamilton, Halton and Brantford, and believe in creating a community where every member is empowered through inclusivity and equity to enrich their lives.

Our client collaborates with community partners to mobilize resources, create opportunities, and realize potential for those most in need.

EDI-B VALUES

The success of an organization stems from a team that is aligned with its mission and vision, where decisions are made in the best interests of the clients they serve and the marginalized and vulnerable populations across our communities.

Through this effort, all team members embrace their roles in the organization with respect and dignity for all stakeholders.

Through these partnerships, everyone is focused on ensuring a commitment and responsibility toward anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, diversity, inclusivity, and belonging.

MISSION

The Financial Analyst is responsible for supporting the the day-to-day accounting function, including budgeting and reporting, to ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting requirements.

The Pod Group is partnering with this organization to place a highly passionate and driven leader to fulfill the role of the Financial Analyst.

PRIORITIES

• Provide support to the Chief Financial Officer and finance team in the day-to-day accounting functions.
• Support the administration of all financial records, accounting processes and monthly, accumulative and annual financial reports and statements.
• Prepare account reconciliations, including bank reconciliation, prepayment, accruals, deferred revenue and capital contribution schedules.
• Support the closing of the month end, preparing journal entries, month-end reporting, as well as year-end closing.
• Proactively maintains data integrity by ensuring all relevant information is up to date.
• Identify, improve, and standardize processes within Finance where possible.
• Process and submit employment and government forms & reports as required.
• Preparation of working documents for annual finance audit and working with the auditors.
• Comply with provincial legislation, including the Employment Standards Act (ESA) and organizational policies.
• Ad hoc financial analysis, reporting and decision support to the finance team and other members of Leadership.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

TALENTS & EXPERTISE

• University-level bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or related field.
• Obtained or in pursuit of CPA designation.
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in accounting, budgeting, financial planning and analysis.
• Strong sense of accountability and demonstrates ownership of responsibilities.
• Highly organized with a capacity for understanding how information should be stored efficiently.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and interpersonal skills with the ability to prioritize and make decisions.
• Proficient in the use of computers and other communication-related technology.
• Understanding of legislation applicable to the organization.
• Experience in preparing funding proposals and a track record in sourcing new funding streams.
• Comfortable in making presentations to groups of all sizes.
• Commitment to fostering a work and service delivery environment that is inclusive and reflective of the diversity in the community.

THE POD GROUP

The Pod Group (PG) is a creative consulting group that provides customized and innovative solutions to support our client’s growth and ultimate success while promoting the integration of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in creating culture and engagement.

We balance strategy and people to help community organizations make better use of their resources by focusing on building the competencies to promote people-centric organizations.

The Pod Group has great success in serving a number of community sectors, including health, social services, developmental, housing, mental health, and community health care.

We promote a unique approach while incorporating marketing and human resources as an integral component of strategy, mission, and vision.

This focus aligns strategy with the development of a culture that embraces all stakeholders and a community spirit while ensuring an effective plan that meets the requirements of the organization.