Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Financial Analyst

Are you a detail-oriented financial professional looking to make a significant impact? RedBranch Executive Search & Recruitment is seeking a Financial Analyst for our client, a large and successful company based in Saint John, New Brunswick. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work alongside senior leaders in the Accounting and Finance department, where your analytical skills and accounting knowledge will be invaluable. If you’re ready to contribute to a dynamic team, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

As a Financial Analyst, you will be responsible for:

  • Driving Financial Processes: Lead the period review, annual budget, and long-term planning processes. Prepare related analytics to support these initiatives.
  • Updating Analyses: Continuously track and update analyses to reflect changing forecasts and capital plans, ensuring that all information is current and relevant.
  • Initiative Coordination: Play a vital role in company-specific initiatives by collaborating with business leads to conduct meaningful analyses.
  • Market Monitoring: Keep an eye on industry and market data that impacts the finance team and business management. Provide insights based on your findings.
  • Guiding Decisions: Offer analysis and insights that will influence company decisions regarding funding, budget allocation, capital investments, and strategic direction.
  • Collaborative Analysis: Partner with business leaders across the organization to analyze performance and address unique challenges effectively.
  • Impactful Presentations: Present complex financial information in a clear and engaging manner to high-profile audiences, ensuring they understand the insights.
  • Utilizing Tools: Use advanced forecasting and visualization tools to surface valuable insights that aid in decision-making.
  • Support Corporate Finance: Assist other corporate finance teams, such as treasury, corporate services, and tax, as needed.

Qualifications

To excel in this role, we are looking for candidates who meet the following qualifications:

  • Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree or higher in finance, accounting, or a related field.
  • Experience: At least 2 years of experience in financial analysis or project accounting is required.
  • Professional Certification: Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is preferred, either completed or in progress.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially strong skills in Excel and PowerPoint. Familiarity with JD Edwards, TM1, and/or Power BI is considered an asset.
  • Analytical Thinker: A creative thinker with the ability to analyze complex problems from multiple angles and derive actionable insights.
  • Relationship Builder: Excellent communication skills to establish strong, trusting relationships with key stakeholders across various functions.
  • Financial Acumen: A solid understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.
  • System Experience: Experience with financial systems, forecasting, and financial modeling is important.

Pay & Benefits

The compensation for this position ranges from CA$55,000 to CA$65,000 per year, depending on your skills and experience.

Applying Guide

Ready to take your career to the next level? Here’s how to apply for the Financial Analyst position:

  1. Prepare Your Resume: Update your resume to highlight your relevant experience and qualifications. Tailor it to emphasize your analytical skills and accomplishments.
  2. Write a Cover Letter: Include a cover letter that explains why you are an excellent fit for the Financial Analyst role and how your background aligns with the needs of our client.
  3. Submit Your Application: Apply through our job portal or contact us directly to express your interest in this position.
  4. Be Prepared for Interviews: If selected for an interview, be ready to discuss your financial analysis experience, problem-solving skills, and how you would contribute to our client’s success.
  5. Stay Engaged: Follow up on your application status. This demonstrates your enthusiasm for the role and keeps you on the radar of hiring managers.

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