Senior Financial Analyst - Full-time

Position at VON Canada

Requisition Details:

Employment Status: Regular, Full-time (1.0 FTE)
Program Name: National Finance
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 75
Work Schedule: Days
On-Call: No
Location: Remote (Must be in Nova Scotia, this position will require on-site attendance in Halifax when required)
Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.

Job Summary:

The Senior Financial Analyst provides direction to the Financial Analyst while providing operational support to the Finance Directors or Senior Finance Managers This role includes general accounting, financial reporting, financial analysis and process improvement responsibilities .

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepares general accounting entries for the monthly and year-end close for both VON Canada and the VON Canada Pension Plan.
• Prepares working papers and account analysis to support monthly and annual financial statements for various GL accounts.
• Conducts analysis and provides updates of the GIC portfolio and cash reserve accounts.
• Provides analytical support to Finance and others in Corporate Services.
• Assists with the annual VON budget process.
• Maintains the General Ledger master data and reports in SAP.
• Creates new assets in the SAP fixed asset module.
• Provides support to SAP users for banking, fixed assets, and general ledger.
• Prepares and records the monthly vacation accrual for VON Canada.
• Prepares year-end audit working papers for both VON Canada and the VON Canada Pension Plan.
• Prepares draft financial statements for the VON Canada Pension Plan.
• Introduces and implements process changes to support ongoing process improvement and or system changes.
• Identifies/supports/implements initiatives that improve internal controls, increase operating efficiency, and safeguard the assets of the organization.
• Prepares the HST rebate submission for VON Canada.
• Provides guidance and technical oversight to the Financial Analyst (1)
• Prepares consolidated financial and management reports as required.
• Prepares T3010 charitable returns for various legal entities as required.

Common Responsibilities:

• Promotes the goals and values of VON and their role as an integrated community care provider.
• Promotes a safe and healthy workplace ensuring workplace conduct and activities are in accordance with the provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and compliant with the VON Safety Management System, including all Policies, Safe Work Practices and Procedures.
• Abides by all VON policies and work practices.
• Abides by all confidentiality and protection of personal information policies, regulations and practices and ensures appropriate safeguards are in place within their role.
• Works in collaboration with other staff in a team approach to service delivery.

External and Internal Relationships:

• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with corporate services staff and senior management team.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with external stakeholders such as banking institutions and auditors and the custodian of the VON Canada Pension Plan.

Education, Designations and Experience:

• Post-secondary degree in business, finance or accounting.
• Professional accounting designation (CPA – CMA, CGA or CA) or working toward one.
• Minimum 5 years of general accounting and financial analysis experience.
• Experience working in not-for-profit sector is considered a strong asset.

Skill Requirements:

• Working knowledge of SAP and BOARD
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to achieving results and achieving deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with an ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Ability to adjust to rapidly changing priorities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Able to work both independently and within a team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Other:

• A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check required.
• A Vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be required.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Working conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.

VON Canada is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and to providing accessibility accommodations for candidates who require them. If you are in need of accessibility support, please visit our website at for further details.

VON Canada is committed to embracing and celebrating equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) as fundamental to living out our values of Respect, Compassion, and Excellence in all that we do.