Senior Financial Analyst - Jobs in Edmonton, Alberta, T5K 2E8

Job Description

Equation Staffing Solutions is currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Financial Analyst to join a dynamic finance team with the Government of Alberta in Edmonton on a contract basis for 6+ months. This hybrid role offers flexibility, with remote work available after completing the initial onboarding and training period, which will be conducted in the office. It #39;s a fantastic opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to leverage their financial analysis skills while supporting critical financial reporting and accounting functions. If you #39;re passionate about financial analysis, reporting, and driving process improvements, we want to hear from you!Responsibilities:

• Perform month-end close procedures and prepare month-end reconciliations in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual audits, ensuring that all required financial data is accurate and available.
• Review and provide guidance to others within the accounting department, identifying areas for improvement and providing recommendations for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure timely completion of accounting tasks while adhering to company policies, procedures, and business strategies.
• Create and maintain all financial reports in compliance with appropriate accounting frameworks, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Review monthly bank account reconciliations and work with the team to resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare internal review documents and provide management with key financial insights.
• Reconcile General Ledger (GL) balance sheet accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and deliver accurate and timely management reports as required.
• Assist senior management with special projects, providing financial analysis and reporting support as needed.

Qualifications:

• CPA designation is required.
• Minimum of 5 years using accounting principles and Canadian public sector accounting standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with various stakeholders.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a financial or accounting role with a strong background in full-cycle accounting.
• Excellent understanding of financial reporting frameworks and principles, including IFRS, GAAP, or other relevant standards.
• Experience with public sector accounting.
• Experience in the Government of Alberta or an equivalent environment is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with the Government of Alberta financial system (1GX) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, providing clear guidance to others and driving process improvements.
• Strong proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, and VLOOKUP).
• Experience with financial analysis, dashboards, and internal/external reporting.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

If you are a skilled Financial Analyst with a passion for accounting, reporting, and process improvement, we would love to hear from you! Please visit our website for more opportunities at www.eqstaffingsolutions.com.About Equation Staffing Solutions:Equation Staffing Solutions is a successful, award-winning Calgary based staffing and recruitment agency specializing in the placement of candidates on a temporary, contract or permanent basis. The industries we serve include oil and gas, warehousingamp; transportation, financeamp; accounting, banking, health care, educational institutions, engineeringamp; technology, manufacturing, construction, agriculture and all levels of government. The job families we place people in comprise of general officeamp; admin support, human resources, customer support, warehousing, trades, machine operators, production, accounting, records management, business managementamp; information management.