Senior Financial Analyst

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built – nor could it be maintained – without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.

Join the #2 globally ranked Children's Hospital as reported by Newsweek and Canada's most research-intensive hospital where discoveries are being translated to leading, specialized care. Are you a dynamic, service-oriented individual who is eager to learn and expand on your current skill sets within finance in the healthcare industry? Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding position where you can utilize your organizational, time management and communication skills? If you want to work for an organization that prides itself on creating a thriving career for its employees, then we would like to hear from you!

Working at The Hospital for Sick Children is not just a job - it's a career. Our staff are our greatest strength as they form our vision, carry out our mission and represent our values.

We are currently looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join our Financial Accounting and Reporting Team. In this position, you will report to the Manager, Finance, and you will be responsible for supporting the financial and reporting activities of Corporate Finance at the Hospital for Sick Children. This position will provide a unique opportunity to work closely with all Finance departments across the Hospital. We are committed to providing a supportive team environment with clear leadership, guidance, and focus on your professional development and career goals.

At SickKids, we value and respect flexible working arrangements including opportunities to work remotely. Flexible working arrangements vary by role and responsibilities and in this particular role in finance, the majority of work can be accomplished remotely.

Here's What You'll Get To Do

• Assist with the preparation of consolidated monthly financial packages and dashboards for management to facilitate the decision making and financial reporting process.
• Prepare financial month-end journal entries, budget and forecast adjustments, account reconciliations and variance analyses relevant to assigned portfolios.
• Oversee the month-end process by working with team members to implement improvements for journal entries, account reconciliations and other month-end processes.
• Lead the preparation of materials to support the Balance Sheet Oversight process and coordinate with other teams on the reconciliation and monitoring of balance sheet accounts.
• Take ownership of and lead in the preparation of external reporting requirements including submissions to the Ministry of Health and the Hospital for Sick Children Foundation.
• Meet with vested interest within and outside of finance to advise on their financial needs and assist with the development of business cases or process improvements.
• Liaise with the external audit team and internal finance teams to coordinate audit requests and procedures for the annual consolidated financial statement audit and special audits.
• Prepare note disclosures, memos with in-depth accounting analyses and working papers for the consolidated financial statements.
• Actively participate and provide support in financial planning discussions by gathering accurate information in a timely and efficient manner.
• Proactively identify risks and opportunities, challenge the status-quo, and discuss efficient process changes to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and perform other duties as required.

Essential Requirements

Here's What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
• Completion of a recognized accounting designation (i.e., CPA)
• 3-5 years financial accounting experience in a large, complex organization.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interface with department managers, external auditors, and all levels within the organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong presentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, organized, proactive, results-oriented, and able to deliver on tight deadlines.
• Commitment to working in team-based environments.
• Passion for process simplification and improvement.
• Ability to design, prepare and analyze financial reports.
• Highly computer literate and proficient with the MS office suite, especially Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated commitment and actions in advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion objectives.

Assets

• Prior experience with indirect tax (GST/HST filings, Public Service Bodies' Rebate).
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft, Adaptive Insights, Qlikview and/or PowerBI.
• Prior experience within the public sector and sound knowledge of PSAB and not-for-profit accounting standards.
• External audit experience.

Benefits

Here's What You'll Love:

• This position is eligible for employee benefits coverage; including but not limited to, health and dental benefits. The benefits offered will be discussed at the time of position offer.
• A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others.

Impact

• A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
  
  

Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time, Hybrid (primarily remote)

The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital's receipt of all necessary documentation.

How To Apply

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