Summary

The Senior Financial Analyst preforms all technical functions in the preparation of financial models, organizational budgets, grant applications and reporting to third party donors. This role will also be responsible for supporting the financial system through the development and maintenance of financial reports and assisting with administering CMHA Calgary’s banking and investments complying with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for financial statements.

Description

POSITION TITLE: Senior Financial Analyst

PROGRAM: Finance and Corporate Services

POSITION TYPE: Full-time, short-term contract (up to three months)

HOURS OF WORK: 35 hours per week

REPORTS TO: Director, Finance and Corporate Services

KEY SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES AND SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES
Reconciliations

Analyze financial information and prepare balance sheets.
Resolve account payable and receivable issues or queries.
Accurately perform daily reconciliations of cash, cheque, and credit card transactions, and tally and file invoices.
Assist in financial and tax audits, and general ledger preparation.
Prepare payroll returns and corporate reporting requirements.
Develop monthly financial statements that include cash flow, profit and loss statements, and balance sheets.
Complete end of month close procedures.
Posting journal entries, updating financial statements, maintaining accounts receivable and accounts payable, and preparing financial reports.
Reconcile all grant funding to deferred revenue.
Prepare AGLC reports for casino, bingo and raffles and reconcile to deferred revenue.

Budget Preparation

Prepare budget for grant funding applications in conjunction with Fund Development.
Prepare grant reports to funders in conjunction with Fund Development.
Track all restricted funding programs to monitor spending and ensure funds are spent in accordance with funding agreements.
Coordinate with management and staff to prepare budgets.
Assist in the preparation of the organizational budget and financial models to support the business planning process.

Financial Accounting, Budgeting and Reporting

Develop and maintain an understanding of the financial operations within each department.
Develop and oversee the effective communication of timely and accurate financial statements and reports that are appropriate for the users and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Work closely with Human Resources and Payroll to manage day-to-day and month-end close entries including revenue, payroll, prepaid expenses, and accrued liabilities.
Review monthly results and implement monthly variance reporting vs. budget with the leadership team, and advise on improvement plans.
Prepare reconciliations for balance sheet and other general ledger accounts including deferred revenue.
Lead the month-end and year-end closing process.
Monitor the internal controls, financial policies and procedures of the organization.
Ensure the organization is compliant with ASNPO and accounting standards.
Manage the preparation of the organization’s year-end charitable tax return.
Oversee the preparation and administration of charitable donation tax receipts.
Oversee the processing of accounts receivable and accounts payable.
Manage the monthly preparation of corporate credit card statements and recording them in the GL.
Add new clients and vendors to the financial system for invoice and payment processing.
Process cheques and distribute for signatures.
Review and post payroll and employee benefits.
Monitor, prepare and post corporate allocations.
Prepare annual GST return.
Process employee expense reimbursement claims.
Monitor daily bank transactions including EFT receipts and e-transfers for cash balance and any unusual items.
Process CRA payroll remittances.
Develop and maintain accounting documents and electronic files.
Prepare the organizations cash-flow report and long-term financial forecast.
Prepare annual GST return along with annual charity return.
Prepare reports for grant funders including but not limited to Alberta Health Services, City of Calgary, Government of Canada, etc.
Develop and maintain the integrity of QBO financial system reporting in conjunction with accounting staff.
Assist in the preparation of reports on key financial performance metrics, SROI and benchmarking for internal and external stakeholders.
Prepare ad-hoc reports as required to support the organization’s decision making.
Identify trends and recommend actions for improvement based on sound analysis.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience.
Professional accounting designation (CA, CPA) with a related university degree.
Experience in grant reporting to various agencies including: AHS, AGLC, Government of Canada. and other external stakeholder organizations, is a requirement.
Proficiency in accounting software and financial management systems.
Strong technical acumen using IFRS and Canadian GAAP.
Ability to implement strong accounting processes and streamline inefficiencies.
Significant experience with financial statement preparation and disclosure.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think creatively in order to find new solutions.
Strong mentoring and performance management skills.
Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and Video conferencing tools and software.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to build and manage teammates, inspire others, as well as interact effectively with peers and senior leaders.

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Application closing date: The posting will remain active on the website until the position is filled.

Candidates meeting the above criteria who wish to apply for this exciting opportunity should email their cover letter and resume to Human Resources at careers@cmha.calgary.ab.ca.
Please include the reference #250730-04 in your email subject line of your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.