Senior Financial Analyst - Accounting & Finance

Are you looking for an inviting and exciting career opportunity? Do you have a passion for working collaboratively and making a difference? If the answer is “Yes”, this is the job for you!

Catholic Social Services is currently seeking two (2) full-time 40 hours per week, Senior Financial Analysts in EDMONTON to join our Finance department. Providing excellent client-centered care, you are confident, thoughtful, and motivated to achieve success when supporting others in your community!

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for the finance function in one or more of our service areas. The role includes assisting Management with negotiating funding agreements; cost allocations among programs; preparing and monitoring of budgets; monitoring, testing, and strengthening of internal controls; preparing monthly financial statements; contractual financial reporting; liaising with internal and external auditors; analyzing current systems/processes and recommending improvements; and mentoring service area staff on financial matters.

Collaboration

Understands, supports, promotes, and adheres to the Agency’s vision, mission, values, and organizational ethics, and treat all persons with humility, compassion, and respect

Presents as a positive and professional role model and ambassador for the Agency in interactions with internal and external stakeholders.  Maintains respectful personal boundaries

Communicates effectively and respectfully in a professional and confidential manner with all employees and external stakeholders; both verbally and in writing

Establishes and maintains respectful, collaborative working relationships with employees and external stakeholders, as applicable

Financial

Prepares internal/external financial reporting on the status of contracts

Coordinates the preparation and maintaining of disbursements and financial reporting for funding agreements

Interprets contract provisions and responds to inquiries regarding contractual obligations

Analyzes, problem solves, and recommends solutions to contract related issues

Assists/participates in contract negotiations with government and other funders

Provides support in the development of Agency business proposals

Assists in development of monthly forecasts, annual budgets, and strategic plans

Manages receipt and initiation of stakeholder concerns by resolving/diffusing issues in a timely manner

Develops effective strategies and processes to ensure appropriate allocation of funding to multiple programs

Participates in financial planning activities and annual audits

Liaises with multiple levels of internal/external stakeholders

Maintains a wide variety of accounting information, files, and records in written and electronic formats for the purpose of providing an up-to-date reference and audit trail for compliance

Identifies gaps in processes, practices, and guidelines and develops/recommends improvements and best practices

Identifies risks and issues, suggesting alternatives that lead to the best solution

Contributes to implementation of policies, procedures, and internal controls; ensuring policies and procedures are documented and communicated appropriately

General

Ensures appropriate and confidential handling and storage of client/Agency information and documentation in accordance to Agency policies, procedures, and standards

Initiates ongoing process improvements within; assists with the implementation of approved proposals, processes, procedures, and reports as assigned

Assists in training and supporting new employees and colleagues with AP and AR procedures and processes

Reports incidents to manager or designate in a timely manner

Follows health and safety protocols while adhering to Agency policies and procedures

Maintains a pleasant and safe work environment, ensuring high levels of cleanliness, comfort, and safety

Completes and submits regular and ad hoc reports and documentation as per standard procedures on or before assigned due dates

Attends and actively participates in scheduled meetings. Supports team initiatives and helps to identify problems and suggest solutions

Performs other related duties as required

What This Job Requires:

Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Business Administration or equivalent from a recognized educational institution

Having a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is an asset

Additional relevant certifications or designations considered an asset

Minimum of five (5) related accounting and finance experience, preferably in a not-for profit environment

Minimum of five (5) years’ experience preparing working papers for external audits

Prior financial analysis, analysis techniques, budgeting, and some strategic planning experience is an asset

Prior leadership/supervisory experience is preferred

Experience working within an ERP financial system is preferred

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered

A reliable Vehicle, Valid Driver’s License, Vehicle Registration and Third Party Liability Insurance (amount of two million)

Driver's Abstract with less than six (6) demerit points current within one (1) year

Police Information Check current within six (6) months

Police Information Check within the last 6 months and an Drivers Abstract within the last 6 months are conditions of employment and the financial responsibility of the candidate.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Advanced knowledge and proficiency in using applicable Microsoft (MS) suite programs, especially Excel and Word

Proficient in use of other Agency-assigned computer applications, systems, and databases

Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), accounting principles, practices, and applications

Forward thinking, analytical, with strong planning and technical accounting abilities

Strong customer-relation skills, client-service attitude, and commitment to providing exceptional service and quality results with empathy and compassion

Strong English-language communication skills, both verbal and written, to communicate using active listening, to understand, comprehend, and comply with all job requirements

Awareness of and sensitivity towards individuals with diverse needs

Ability and willingness to work in and contribute to a diverse and inclusive team environment that may include a wide range of beliefs, lifestyles, languages, cultures, and ethnic backgrounds

Comfortable working in a Catholic environment, being respectful of relevant Catholic teachings and practices

Strong interpersonal and conflict management skills to facilitate working effectively with wide range and number of people, including employees and external stakeholders

Strong negotiation, persuasion, and listening skills to facilitate successful resolution of funder, vendor, and Agency requests and concerns

Knowledge of and effective collaboration with diverse groups of people including internal and external stakeholders, funders, and vendors

Collaborative skills: willingness to work as a team member, consulting and sharing information with colleagues and stakeholders, and contributing to the development and evaluation of services provided

Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team as well as independently with minimal supervision

Attentiveness to details and ability to process high volumes of transactions while maintaining a culture of strong internal control and a high standard of client service levels within a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions

Applies systematic, logical reasoning, problem solving, critical thinking, and sound judgment to address problems or situations to arrive at an appropriate solution or outcome while recognizing the sensitive nature of issues

High level of professionalism, confidentiality and diplomacy; with ability to manage sensitive and confidential information and comply with all regulatory requirements and Agency Privacy and Confidentiality policies and procedures

Up-to-date knowledge of Agency policies, procedures, and standards; as well as relevant legislation, regulations, practice standards and practice guidelines

Resourcefulness and flexibility to adapt to changing needs of vendors, funders, circumstances, and Agency

Advanced time management, planning, and organizing skills to achieve goals and meet deadlines

Strong ability to multi-task, establish priorities, and take initiative

Ability and willingness to work outside of regular business hours as required to meet Agency needs. Advance notice will be provided when possible

Ability and willingness to frequently travel, as required, to different offices, programs, and other sites to work, attend and/or conduct meetings, presentations, and/or training

Core Competencies

Leadership: Maintains professional and positive manner even under changing or uncertain conditions. Works well with a wide range of individuals to provide support, coaching, encouragement and direction. Engages others in order to accomplish Agency goals and strategies

Analytical Thinking: Applies systematic, logical reasoning when addressing problems or situations in order to arrive at an appropriate solution or outcome. Considers the various issues and components of the problem; develops sequential steps to address the situation and determines appropriate timeframes and priorities

Decision Making: Makes concrete, well-informed and thought out decisions that support the overall organization.  Able to make quick effective decisions even when data and details are limited.  When making unfavorable decisions that might have negative consequences, will examine the impacts and potential implications to ensure that decision is valid for the situation

Problem Solving: Demonstrates the ability to break a situation down into smaller pieces to identify key issues, figuring out cause and effect relationships in order to reach a resolution. Uses logic and analytical methods to come to a realistic solution

Customer Focus: Ensures and maintains customer satisfaction with the services offered. Determines customer needs-asks open ended and probing questions, listens, allow clients to express themselves, confirms understanding, and uses positive aptitude

Communication:  Expresses and transmits information with consistency and clarity. Uses active listening techniques in order to effectively understand and provide feedback. Summarizes information according to the audience in order to promote engagement and increase understanding

Ethics and Integrity: Earns the trust and respect of others through consistent honesty and professionalism in all interactions. Diplomatically handles challenging or tense interpersonal situations

Working Conditions

Works in a standard office environment with standard office equipment, or from home office with standard office equipment and reliable internet connection

Regular, and frequently prolonged, use of computer

Primarily works regular business hours; however incumbent may be required to occasionally work outside of regular hours to meet Agency needs. Advance notice will be provided when possible

Regular interactions with external contacts including vendors, funders, and key stakeholders

Regular interactions with internal employees

Frequent (i.e. between 25% and 75% of time on the job), travel within Edmonton and Central Alberta is required

Work remotely

What We Offer:

The annual salary for this position is $90,000 to $100,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

We offer flexibility and a supportive working environment.

Comprehensive benefit options when eligible.

Work within a highly collaborative, team-oriented organization, where your ideas are heard, and you can see your impact daily.

Growth Opportunities: Apply and grow your skills within a dynamic, innovative, and expanding Agency that is taking a leadership role in our industry.

About Catholic Social Services:

You will be joining an established Agency that is guided by faith to care for and bring hope to people in need with humility, compassion and respect.

With 65 years of service delivery experience, Catholic Social Services is one of the largest multi-function social services agencies in Canada, with nearly 2000 staff, and hundreds of volunteers delivering over 100 different programs to people in need throughout Central Alberta and Edmonton.

Our values are at the core of everything we do!

Humility: We acknowledge with gratitude our human abilities and limitations. We demonstrate humility by doing the best that we can with the resources that we have.

Compassion: We respond to people in need with love. We demonstrate our compassion by caring for people without judgment and without condition.

Respect: We demonstrate our respect by being personally present, open and attentive to those we care for and by honouring their dignity and freedom.

We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Catholic Social Services is committed to fostering a diverse and representative workforce. In an effort to enrich our agency and reflect the communities we serve, we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all diverse groups and backgrounds.