Financial Analyst

Who We Are

For over 100 years, The Elliott Community has had the privilege of providing care to citizens of Guelph and surrounding area. The Elliott offers a range of services to tailor care for each resident at every stage of life, including Long Term Care, Retirement, Life Lease and Respite Care. As a not for profit, charitable organization, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality of life for our residents, The Elliott has a unique philosophy formed on family values.

The Opportunity
Reporting to the Manager of Accounting Services, the Financial Analyst is responsible for the accurate and timely compilation of financial information including general accounting, purchasing and financial reporting and analysis.   

Responsibilities and Duties

• General accounting responsibilities for all operations including; general ledger, capital assets, cash management, account reconciliations, and budget maintenance Preparation and distribution of monthly internal financial statements Variance analysis for monthly review with managers and directors External financial reporting to meet numerous government/funding agency requirements Coordination and processing of some administration procurement activities
• Provides support and expertise to directors and managers in the formation of budgets with direction from the Manager of Accounting Services, monitors budgets in comparison to actual and provides variance analysis as required
• Prepares and inputs journal entries, monthly reconciliations for bank accounts and balance sheet accounts
• Support General Store activities such as purchasing and reporting Provide financial expertise to other departments Keeps standard operating and internal control practices up to date Assistance for other projects and ad hoc analysis as needed

The Ideal Candidate

• Professional Accounting designation, or actively pursuing, preferred (CPA)
• Professional experience including 3 - 5 years of accounting expertise preferably with healthcare or not-for-profit experience
• Effective and open communication skills
• Independent problem solving and natural curiosity
• Responds to stress and deadlines in an effective and positive manner with the ability to prioritize
• Strong Excel and financial software skills, experience with MS Dynamics GP an asset
• Strong project/process improvement skills and interpersonal skills
• Vulnerable Sector Search Criminal Record check
• Must maintain an up to date immunization record including COVID-19 vaccination series and annual influenza vaccination