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The Intermediate Financial Analyst (FA II) provides complex transactional support for a process within an accounting cycle and/or full cycle accounting support for small scope contract(s) or business unit(s).  At this level, the incumbent typically supports multiple portfolios or business units.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides complex transactional support for a process within an accounting cycle and/or full cycle accounting support for small scope contract(s) or business unit(s).
• Completes and resolves assigned account reconciliations.
• Prepares, gathers, consolidates and reports routine data.
• Prepares routine monthly reports.
• Prepares monthly client invoices.
• Prepares and reconciles basic audit working papers.  Maintains accurate and complete records for audits.  Gathers audit support data upon request.  Documentation is reviewed prior to submission.
• Reviews results to determine accrual entries in coordination with internal managers.
• Reconciles month end results for simple contract(s) or business unit(s) for sub ledger reconciliations.
• Prepares bank reconciliations.
• Prepares month end journal entries.
• Reviews and enters time cards.
• Codes and validates expense reports, vendor invoices and procurement cards.
• Enters data to sub ledger systems and direct to G/L.
• Identifies complex and resolves basic transactional accounting discrepancies.  May require management involvement.
• Identifies and recommends process improvement opportunities at an account level following GAAP procedures.
• Prepares memos and provides variance explanations.  Summarizes findings and recommendations.  Provides input to process documentations.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED

• Job-Related Experience: 3-5 years or more
• College Diploma or equivalent training (e.g. RPA, CET)
• Ability to identify complex and resolve basic transactional accounting discrepancies
• Ability to identify and recommend process improvement opportunities at an account level following GAAP procedures.
• Ability to communicate basic accounting principles to support procedures and to explain financial results within the team and to internal customers.
• Ability to prepare memos, provide variance explanations and input to process documentations, and write summaries of findings and recommendations.
• Intermediate level knowledge of current accounting systems and MS Office suite of software

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Partially completed an Accounting designation program (CGA, CMA)

The Financial Coordinator is accountable for providing transactional support for a process within an accounting cycle. Specific accountabilities include validation and processing of expense reports, p-card logs and time and labour hours.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Validates completeness and accuracy of time and labour hours and follows up on missing information to ensure timely processing.
• Reconciles the PCard Log to the PCard Statement, ensures completeness and accuracy, reviews supporting documentation, follows upon on missing information, and ensures proper authorization has been received.
• Pulls supporting documentation as directed by Finance for audit support
• Files processed documents according to the various filing categories within the established time frame
• Sorts, date stamps and distributes incoming mail on a daily basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

FINANCE SPECIFIC SCOPE/DEFINITION

Portfolio Scope/Complexity

• High volume, recurring, routine and basic transactional processing

Complexity of Accounting

• Requires basic understanding of project coordination, purchasing and accounting systems.

Involvement in Full Cycle Accounting

• Transactional support for a process within an accounting cycle (i.e. processing expense reports, p-card logs and time and labour reports)

Preparation of Financial Information

• Gathers data for data processing
• Minimal reporting – i.e.  p-card suspense log, missing time and labour reports, and other ad hoc reporting

Reporting Audience/User of Financial Information

• Internal vertical reporting
• External suppliers

Audit Support

• Files and retrieves documentation for audit support
• Documentation is reviewed prior to submission

Operations vs. Strategic Decisions

• Basic policy adherence decisions

Problem Solving

• Identification of non-compliance items
• Vendor dispute resolution
• Coding discrepancies

Interaction with Client/Management

• Significant interaction with internal operations team
• Interaction with vendors

EDUCATION, JOB-RELATED YEARS OF EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Community college diploma or equivalent training (e.g. RPA, CET)

JOB-RELATED EXPERIENCE: More than one year up to three years

Knowledge & Skills

• Advanced knowledge of current purchasing and payables accounting systems and MS Office suite of software
• Ability to process high volume data with accuracy
• Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and vendors for the purpose of data clarification and exchange, and follow up
• Ability to identify non-compliance items (i.e.) insufficient authorization, missing signature
• Ability to make basic policy adherence decisions
• Ability to resolve vendor disputes
• Ability to identify data discrepancies – (i.e.) coding, validation

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• None required
• Demonstrates interest in pursuing a career in Accounting. Explores potential licenses and professional accreditation options

The Financial Shared Representative is responsible for accurate and timely processing of accounts payable payments according to established internal procedures

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounts Payable Processing

• Processes accounts payable payments in accordance to established processes
• Communicates with stakeholders such as suppliers to follow up, clarify information or resolve disputes (i.e. payment not made on time).  Escalates to management, where required
• Liaises with business unit leaders to obtain approval for payments
• Handles scanned documentations with low data recognition and data enters missing data
• Reviews documents for compliance and completeness against established requirements.  Identifies non-compliant items and missing information and obtains information to ensure compliance to established procedures and requirements
• Determines appropriate accounting codes to the documents according to business unit and expense/cost element type
• Performs mathematical calculations – additions, subtractions, multiplication and divisions – to verify for mathematical accuracy.  Identifies errors and liaises with appropriate stakeholder for resolution.  Escalates where required
• Validates accounts payable documentations against supporting documentations to ensure accuracy and completeness.  Identifies and resolves issues and discrepancies in transactional accounting.  Liaises with stakeholders and management for resolution
• Handles validation, matching, coding and approval exceptions.  Liaises with business unit leaders to obtain approval exceptions
• Prepares electronic fund transfers and cheques for payments
• Enters accounts payable transactions into accounting systems

Vendor Set Up Process

• Completes vendor set up requisitions and works with Supply Chain Administration to complete vendor set up

Audit Support

• Files, maintains and retrieves documentations for audit support
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION, JOB-RELATED YEARS OF EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Community college diploma preferably in accounting
• 1 to 3 years of clerical accounting/accounts payable work experience
• Understanding of sales tax rules
• Ability to execute work according to established procedures
• Ability to identify and resolve accounts payable issues and discrepancies
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations – addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, along with ability to identify inaccuracies in data
• Ability to process a high volume of data requiring strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to communicate effectively with others for the purpose of data exchange, clarification and dispute resolution
• Ability to exercise judgment
• Proficient with accounting systems, MS Office Excel and other MS Office software applications along with ability to quickly learn other information systems and software applications

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

Demonstrates an interest in attaining one or more of:

• Certified Accounts Payable Professional designation from Certified Accounts Payable Association (CAPA)
• Certified General Accounting

The Intermediate Financial Analyst (FA II) provides complex transactional support for a process within an accounting cycle and/or full cycle accounting support. Understands the impact of transactions on financial results and can be proactive to recommend necessary actions and can communicate with stakeholder about transactions, processes and analysis. Provides analysis for areas such as planning, forecasting, reporting and audit and process improvements.
 

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 
 

Treasury Management

• Supporting in opening and closing bank accounts.
• Updating and documenting user access and privileges for each online banking platform.
• Coordinating surety bonds and letters of credit on an ad hoc basis.
• Setting up transactions within each online banking platform on an ad hoc basis.

Accounting

• Intermediate transactional support for a process within an accounting cycle.
• Ability to complete and resolve assigned intermediate account reconciliations independently.
• Identifies complex issues and resolves basic transactional accounting discrepancies.

Accounting Policy

• Understand GAAP requirements relevant to the financial cycle or portfolio supported.

Audit Support and Controls

• Intermediate understanding of internal/client control requirements.
• Maintains accurate and complete records for audits.
• Gathers audit support data upon request.

Financial Systems

• Intermediate level knowledge of current accounting systems and MS Office suite of software.
• Basic understanding and ability to document the transactional and financial data flows between relevant financial systems.
• Able to work with IT and operational teams on intermediate system setups.

Planning / Forecasting

• Prepares standard forecasts (internal and external) with the appropriate back-up (including assumptions and calculations).
• Responsible for partnering with internal stakeholders in preparation of standard forecasts.

Analysis

• Prepares in-depth financial analysis (recurring and ad-hoc) and makes recommendations to Internal Stakeholders.

Reporting

• Preparation of internal reports.
• Provide input and support for external reports.
• Prepares basic business cases and provides input to intermediate business cases.

Scope/Complexity

• Single, high volume or multiple, low volume portfolios.
• With some complex transactions.

Interaction with Stakeholder

• Some Stakeholder interaction with transactional level data and for the purpose of Stakeholder reporting.
• Generate transactional data and ad-hoc analysis to support operational decision making, with recommendations.

Financial Management / Contract Interpretation

• Basic understanding of financial obligations of portfolio.
• Ensures delivery of contract/portfolio deliverables of a financial nature in a timely and efficient manner, in areas of less complexity.
• Supports the monitoring of performance and assists in action plans.
• Seeks guidance on contract/portfolio financial terms and conditions for assigned accounts.

Process Adherence / Implementation

• Understand intermediate business processes and ensures compliance and ensures appropriate documentation.
• Can identify and escalate gaps.

Problem Solving

• Identification of basic issues or discrepancies.

Technical and Business Knowledge

• Has gleaned a basic understanding of the industry and business which they support.
• Has established professional working relationships with operational counterparts in support of transactional processes.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Ability to identify complex and resolve basic transactional accounting discrepancies.
• College/University graduation or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, CGA or equivalent courses).
• Minimum of 3-5 years of work-related experience.
• Ability to identify and recommend process improvement opportunities at an account level following GAAP procedures.
• Ability to communicate basic accounting principles to support procedures and to explain financial results within the team and to internal customers.
• Ability to prepare memos, provide variance explanations and input to process documentations, and write summaries of findings and recommendations.
• Intermediate level knowledge of current accounting systems and MS Office suite of software.

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Registered in an Accounting designation program (CGA, CMA).

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at askHR. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.

The Accounting/Reporting Analyst provides complex transactional support for financial and operational processes within a full accounting cycle, while being a pivotal financial resource to all business units and stakeholders.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Analysis and Reporting

• Works closely with the project delivery and property management teams to compile and analyze data for budgets, forecasts and ad hoc reporting to support the contract
• Works with very large data sets to create reports and identify trends and leading indicator analysis
• Prepares and maintains accurate and complete records for audits
• Prepares memos and provides variance explanations, summarizes findings and recommendations

Accounting

• Performs reconciliation of the Purchase Order (PO) process for the portfolio to ensure full compliance
• Validates accurate costing code and process Business Expenses for payment
• Reviews and approves project budgets and client work authorizations for accuracy and ensure timely completion
• Researches outstanding balances on invoices and statements
• Prepares and distributes monthly invoices and billing file preparation
• Compiles and posts month end entries
• Sets up Accounts Receivable and Receipts Journal Voucher and upload to internal system
• Prepares spreadsheet for monthly A/R revenues and receipts and enter into system
• Updates Billing Report with Current YTD information
• Other tasks and duties as required

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• More than one year, up to three years of job related experience
• Undergraduate University degree in Accounting, Computer Science, MIS or Finance
• High level proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Professional Designation of CPA would be desirable

At BGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric of our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success!

The Reporting Analyst is responsible preparing business reports to assist with enabling decision makers in making well-informed business decisions.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for data integrity within information management systems.
• Compiles and maintains large volume of Project Management data within information management systems to support various reporting, benchmarking and analytical requirements. 
• Generates and compiles data from multiple data sources using various business intelligence tools and information management systems.
• Prepares various reports including but not limited to performance reports and scorecard reports to assist with business communication and decision making.
• Performs calculations and analysis to fulfill requirements including but not limited to performance reporting, occupancy cost allocation and chargeback, budget to spend variance reporting.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Community college diploma or equivalent training (e.g. RPA, CET).
• More than one year up to three years of job-related experience.
• Data Management - Ability to process large amounts of data in an organized manner. Able to leverage insights and opportunities from data and metrics to build strategies and make recommendations.
• Knowledge of trends in technology relating to software applications, such as Database tools, Power BI, Access, MS office tools, Tableau, SQL, Python, and others is considered an asset.
• Comfort Around Higher Management - can deal comfortably with more senior managers; can present to more senior managers without undue tension and nervousness; can determine the best way to get things done with them by talking their language and responding to their needs; can craft approaches likely to be seen as appropriate and positive.
• French is considered an Asset.
• Able to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Very strong attention to detail.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Computer proficiency in relational databases, reporting tools, MS Office including MS Access and MS Excel, with ability to learn new information management systems quickly.
• Excellent written and oral communication including ability to communicate with users with various technical backgrounds.
• Technical Learning; Picks up on technical things quickly; can learn new skills and knowledge; is good at learning new industry, company, product, or technical knowledge; does well in technical courses and seminars.
• Familiarity with the development lifecycle and related change management concepts.
• Knowledge in CRM, D365, PowerApps, PowerAutomate is considered an asset.

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• None required.

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at askHR. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.

SUMMARY

The Senior Financial Analyst provides complex transactional support for a process within a full accounting cycle and is involved in full accounting cycle for a client contract (s) or business unit(s).  At this level, the incumbent typically supports multiple portfolios and complex transactions.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Month End Close

• Review project revenue/gross margins & unbilled backlog analysis with the finance/operational leaders for month end review.
• Prepare the revenue recognition entries (using percentage of completion revenue recognition) with supporting
  documents/calculations as required.
• Conduct project financial close out and reconciliation.
• Record journal entries, and maintain and reconcile general ledger to the job cost and other sub ledgers.
• Answering internal and external financial inquiries as it relates to the specific client account.
• Perform timely month end close and ensure recording all pertinent transactions including project /labour / various monthly accruals.
• Ensure / investigate Accounts Receivable collection, and explanation for overdue balances.
• Prepare monthly reports for specific client accounts.

Financial Planning & Analysis Support

• Conduct detailed profitability analysis of variances between planned, forecasted, and actual figures
• Assistance in conducting accurate and complete forecasting of revenue and margins by project
• Provide support for process improvement initiatives
• Provide support for job costing and pricing
• Prepare other ad hoc reports for management as required
• Understand GAAP requirements, particularly around revenue recognition
• Understand basic interactions between financial systems related to the portfolio supported

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED

• 3-6 years of progressive experience in public accounting or industry roles
• University graduation or professional certification (e.g. P. Eng, CMA, CGA or equivalent courses)
• Ability to communicate basic accounting principles to support procedures and to explain financial results within the team and to internal customers.
• Ability to complete and resolve assigned complex account reconciliation which sees the highest transaction volume or deal with multiple portfolios or business units.
• Ability to reconcile and resolve discrepancies between general ledger and sub ledger.
• Ability to identify and provide recommendations for issues and process improvement opportunities at account and business unit level following GAAP procedures.
• In-depth understanding of audit requirements within scope of responsibility.
• Ability to provide input to process documentations and business cases; write variance explanations, summaries of findings and recommendations.
• Advanced level knowledge of current accounting systems and MS Office suite of software
• Understanding of more complex accounting issues like revenue recognition (% completion/project accounting)
• Excellent analytical abilities, including advanced Excel skills to assist with financial modeling (pivot tables, vlookup, etc.)
• Ability to operate in high growth environments with an view of implementing more standard processes and best practices
• Strong process improvement and/or implementation experience
• Detail oriented, self-starter with strong interpersonal, and communication skills
• Proactive and good problem solving skills

• Completed an Accounting designation program (CGA, CMA, CPA)

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. To successfully perform the work, you’ll be on-site full-time

How you’ll succeed 

• Client engagement - Leverage your knowledge of cash management, credit, investment and wealth protection to answer questions and provide information to clients. Partner with your Financial Advisor to help clients meet their financial goals. 

• Problem solving - Listen, ask questions, and put yourself in the client’s shoes. Act like an owner by taking accountability for client issues, and know when to lean on others to find solutions. 

• Organizational skills - Prepare client files, booking appointments, and maintaining schedules. Help team success by improving team productivity and proactively uncovering business opportunities.

Who you are

• You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile, because it’s the right thing to do.

• You engage with your heart and mind. You care about people and respect different perspectives. You listen to and learn from the experiences of others.

• You’re passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships, and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You connect with others through respect and authenticity.

• You're motivated by collective success. You know that teamwork can transform a good idea into a great one. You know that an inclusive team that enjoys working together can bring a vision to life.

• You love to learn. You're passionate about growing your knowledge. You have a strong sense of curiosity.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

• We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact [email protected]

• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

• We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Job Location

Richmond Hill-Yonge&Levendale

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Business Growth, Client Issue Resolution, Client Service, Customer Experience (CX), Financial Products, Post-Sales Support, Product Knowledge

Overview of the Role

You'll discover a stimulating atmosphere that fosters your professional growth in a clean and safe environment. The Supervisor, Accounting is responsible for the timely preparation of periodic cost reports, full accounting support for all aspects of the operation, interfacing with all levels of operations and the corporate structure of the company as necessary. This position will be integral in the delivery of plant specific critical key financial information to the corporate head office. Management of the Plant analyst and Finance coordinator as direct reports by supporting milk balancing, accounts payable and payroll.

Status: Temporary Contract (Approx. 16 months)

Schedule: Monday - Friday (7am to 3pm)

Salary Range: $78,170 - $102,600 annually

*Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Act as on-site financial lead, providing leadership, direction and guidance to accounting and administration functions
• Manage small team of direct reports
• Responsible for the preparation and presentation of weekly and period end cost reports
• Responsible for preparation and supervision of processing primary manufacturing statistics and data driving the costs reports
• Investigate variances that affect the financial results and provide written reports on variances
• Inventory control, including supervision and participation in physical counts and reconciliations
• Responsible for Payroll final approval and reporting and all Kronos maintenance concerning system updates and issues
• Assist in purchasing of ingredients, supplies and packaging materials; liaise with Accounts Payable and vendors
• Provide weekly update to Plant Manager and troubleshoot any issues that arise with data
• Ownership of the preparation and development of the annual forecasts and budget
• Month end, quarterly end and year end close requirement
• Assume full ownership on ad hoc projects, reports and analyses as required
• Apply a constant improvement model in review of business processes and in building working relationships
• Ability to develop and interpret the milk balancing reports
• On the floor presence for employee engagement and correlation of financials
• Responsible for BOM maintenance
• Represent and communicate Saputo St. Marys’ goals, vision and values
• Comply, communicate and ensure compliance of team with all Saputo policies and procedures including Saputo Health and Safety and Food Safety and Quality regulations.
• Other duties as assigned

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree or certificate in Commerce, Business Administration, Finance or Accounting
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Experience in manufacturing environment is an asset
• Experience with SAP and AS400 is an asset
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills, demonstrated through previous experience
• Good working knowledge of full cycle accounting
• Sound computer skills with proficiency in spreadsheet applications and Excel
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated analytical and organizational skills
• Must be self-motivated and results oriented.
• Possess a high degree of initiative and work well under pressure

We support and care for our employees and their families by providing:

• Competitive salaries
• Advantageous corporate agreements
• Full range of group insurance benefits
• Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
• Purchase option of company stocks
• Group RRSP
• Health and wellness program in the workplace
• Assistance program for employees and their families
• Saputo products at a discounted price

Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations up to the point of undue hardships, are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

• Work Location- 335 King Street East, Toronto, ON
• Hybrid Work - This position offers a hybrid work schedule. The in-office requirement is a minimum of three (3) days in office (Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday) with the option to work from home the remaining days
• Employee Type -  Regular Employee FT  Salaried

• Job ID: 56096
• Job Category: Finance, Accounting & Purchasing
• Division & Section: Seniors Services & Long Term Care, LTC Management Services
• Work Location: Union Station, 65 Front Street West, 3rd Floor, Toronto, Ontario, M5J 1E6, (Hybrid)
• Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Permanent Vacancy
• Hourly Rate: $36.77 - $40.13
• Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
• Affiliation: L79 Full-time
• Number of Positions Open: 1
• Posting Period: 05-June-2025 to 19-June-2025

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