Financial Operations and Reporting Lead

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Fasken is a leading international business law and litigation firm. With over 950 lawyers and 1,100+ employees, we have offices in Vancouver, Surrey, Calgary, Tsuut'ina Nations, Toronto, Ottawa, Montréal, Québec City, London, and Johannesburg. We provide strategic and thoughtful advice in virtually all areas of business law to a broad range of clients including close to half of the Fortune 100 companies, corporate clients, government agencies, regulatory authorities, non-profit bodies and individual clients.

We are a high-achieving, professional, entrepreneurial, team-oriented, and friendly place to work. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and offer a welcoming environment for all people. While we are here to service our clients and are a deadline-driven industry, we look to be innovative, and there are opportunities to participate in initiatives which make a difference in our firm and community.

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Financial Operations and Reporting Lead - Calgary, AB

Job Summary

We are currently looking for a dynamic and experienced Financial Operations and Reporting Lead to join the regional Finance & Accounting Department. This position will be responsible for day-to day service levels and contribute to efficiency of reporting operation requirements. This individual will also to be involved in preparation of special-purpose reports, and other ad-hoc projects. An ideal candidate would be comfortable operating in a fast-paced evolving environment, which is centered on process improvement and simplification. The candidate will have a strong work ethic, be collaborative, professional, adaptable, positive and interested in their work.

Work Environment

Hours of work are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; however, other proposed schedules within in the Firm's core hours may be accepted. Occasional pre-authorized overtime may be required to meet business needs. Hybrid remote work arrangements are available with requirements as per business needs for onsite office support. The successful candidate must live in or around Calgary, AB and be able to commute to the office as often as required. While this is a hybrid role, the majority of the work may be onsite.

This position is located in Calgary, Alberta and will report directly to the Financial Controller.

To us, success means:

• A strong client service approach - ready, willing, and able.
• Strong research, investigative and problem-solving skills with the ability to exercise judgement to resolve related issues.
• Being extremely accurate with high attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) when dealing with lawyers, clients, staff and third parties.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Being highly organized in prioritizing work to be able to consistently meet deadlines within a fast-paced work environment.
• Being a self-starter with the ability to work in a collaborative team-based environment.
• Being aware of ethical walls and able to maintain confidentiality.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for the efficient day-to-day operational service level of the front office.
• Address stakeholders' needs, including quality and delivery of service.
• Assist Financial Controller in coordinating efforts to sustain high level of service to internal and external users.
• Contribute to compilation of financial results by supporting financial period closing, budget, forecast and reporting processes and provide insights and recommendations through input and research.
• Support internal reporting, including ad hoc requests and be able to collaborate with other team members and users to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Provide cross coverage of operational service functions to strengthen internal synergy and knowledge base, specifically, cash receipts / banking, trust coverage and financial reporting.
• Assist Lawyers and Assistants with Fasken Dashboard and other data questions.
• Contribute to the month end reporting processes as required to improve efficiencies and reduce reporting timelines.
• Assist Financial Controller with Month-end balancing and financial/management reports and year end procedures/audits.
• Liaise with firmwide Finance Team by providing information and source documentation.
• Subject Matter Expert in Power BI and other Data reporting tools.
• Create reports and data analysis using Power BI and other Firm systems.
• Other duties as assigned by the Financial Controller.

Required Knowledge and Experience

• The successful candidate must have an accounting degree/diploma.
• Five (5) to eight (8) years of experience in the Accounting field.
• Experience in Legal field would be an asset.
• Experience with Trust Accounts would be an asset.
• Minimum of two (2) years of Team Lead or Supervision experience is preferred.
• Strong computer and technology knowledge (Excel, ERP, Workflows, smartsheets, Power BI etc.)
• Self-directed and takes initiative.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) and customer focus approach, including the ability to deal with all levels of staff.

Supervisor

• This role reports to the Financial Controller.

What we offer:

Join our friendly, collaborative and rewarding work environment where your professional development is supported, and your contributions are encouraged and valued. In a permanent, full time position, we offer the following:

• A competitive salary and discretional bonus program
• Flexible medical and dental benefits, including telemedicine services
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Short and long term disability insurance
• Employee and family assistance program (EFAP)
• Group retirement savings plan with firm matching contributions
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Personal days
• Wellness Subsidy and educational reimbursement
• Monthly transportation subsidy for office commuting
• Maternity/parental leave top up
• Employee referral program
• Opportunities to give back to your community through Firm initiatives

Diversity and Inclusion

At Fasken we believe a diverse workplace comprises individuals with unique backgrounds, characteristics and qualities. An inclusive workplace creates an equitable environment where individuals are respected and where they are welcome. Fasken is committed to diversity and inclusion in all that we do.

Accessibility and Accommodation

It is important to our Firm that all its members, including those with disabilities, find our workplace to be welcoming and supportive. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Background and Reference Checks

Any offer of employment may be conditional upon full background checks including a criminal record check, a credit check, employment and educational verification.

Your Application

The successful candidate will be detail oriented, a team player and will have excellent organizational & communication skills, both written and oral and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced and superior client service environment. We provide a collegial work environment, competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence through our candidate applicant portal on

We thank all candidates for applying, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.

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