Financial Analyst
- Contract
Company Description
WHO ARE WE?
Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. And, that’s something we’re truly proud of. Work That Matters, People Who Care.
Job Description
WHAT'S THE JOB?
The Financial Analyst will report to the EVP, Acquisitions & Integration. This position functions as a critical business partner with Accounting & Finance Teams to effectively manage and report on the business. The Financial Analyst produces and analyzes financial information critical to business interests, creates and presents reports to management regarding accounting data to enable knowledge-based decision making and forecasts. This is a hybrid role with expectation to work three days in office every week.
The Financial Analyst performs some or all of the following duties:
- Prepares monthly financial statement by contract with comparison against forecast or budget.
- Preparing /consolidating budget, forecasts, business plans for review in a timely and accurate manner.
- Performing analysis on the monthly financial statements by contract for accuracy and completeness, with full commentary on variances to forecast/budget.
- Work closely with Operations in generating analysis and insight into the relationships between key performance indicators, revenues, cost drivers and understanding the financial results of individual contracts.
- Prepares annual budgets and quarterly financial forecasts per contract and variance analysis.
- Prepares month end Financial Reporting Package for the division.
- Assists with some balance sheet GL account monthly reconciliations.
- Prepares monthly and quarterly reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Supporting month-end activities, revenue, expense accruals, and costs allocations.
- Supporting audit requests.
- Assists with special projects as necessary.
- Provide support to internal departments as required (e.g. Accounts Payable, Billing, Credit & Collection, Contract Admin)
- Other ad-hoc requests as required
Processes and Procedures
- Ensure compliance with and suggest appropriate changes to internal controls documentation.
- Develop and refine month-end processes to streamline procedures and create efficiencies. Identify areas in need of improvement through root cause analysis and recommend/implement corrective actions.
- Work closely with operational groups to ensure monthly transactions are captured in a timely and efficient manner.
Qualifications
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
- Will typically possess a relevant educational background in Finance, Accounting or Business.
- Will possess a CPA (CA, CGA, CMA) designation or working towards completion.
- Must have at least 3 to 5 years’ experience in financial accounting role
- Well-developed analytical skills and the ability to see the relationships between operations and financial results.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage a fluctuating workload, changing priorities and firm deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to make decisions.
- A results-oriented team player with the ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships within all levels of the organization.
- A self-motivated attitude and ability to work independently.
- Ability to problem solve and reconcile.
Additional Information
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
- A place where people matter I.E. benefits start on first day on the job
- Competent RSP matching program & coverage of Professional Dues
- Hybrid working policy with office close to highway near the Airport
- Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
- Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader
- A true ability to leave your mark and not just be a cog in a giant machine
Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request.
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