Senior Financial Analyst, Capital Accounting

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, General Accounting & Capital, the Senior Financial Analyst – Capital Accounting will work to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of various capital accounting processes through research, documentation, analysis, and evaluation of procedures, processes, and policies. This will require knowledge of the principles of accounting as well as health care administration and the policies of both the clinical and non-clinical functional areas. Working collaboratively with all portfolios, this role will be a resource to aid management in the establishment of effective capital accounting processes.

This position will be responsible for detailed financial analysis and forecasting for the organization’s ongoing capital projects and capital asset acquisitions. The Senior Financial Analyst – Capital Accounting will work closely with the facilities and clinical engineering departments to advise and maintain accurate and timely capital forecasting data. This position will also play a key role in the preparation of the monthly general ledger close - which includes monthly balance sheet reconciliation preparation, journal entry review and approval as well as preparation and reconciliation of the organization’s monthly tangible capital asset entries and schedules.

The Senior Financial Analyst – Capital Accounting will be in charge of monitoring the existing tangible capital asset and asset retirement obligations portfolios. This includes providing timely and accurate records to asset owners across the organization, and processing write-downs, capitalizations, and useful life changes as required. This position is responsible for the preparation and communication of quarterly and annual billings as well as other ad hoc deliverables with our external partners – the Department of Health and Wellness and IWK foundation.

This individual will also be responsible for preparation of year-end audit working papers as required. The position will work closely with the Manager and Director of the department, external audit staff as well as the other members of the Financial Services team to deliver accurate, timely, and transparent audit results through the preparation of necessary financial statement balances and disclosures.

We will be seeking the most ideal and exceptional candidate, with very specific personal characteristics – someone with a genuine passion for the patients, families, staff, and community of the IWK; someone who thrives on exploring new and creative solutions to existing and new challenges; and, someone who is capable of working on their own in a fast-paced environment and is willing to go above and beyond for the intrinsic and fulfilling rewards of working for such a great organization.

Hours of Work

Monday - Friday; 7.5 hour days
Hybrid working model

Your Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized accounting diploma or degree program required.
• Must have or be working towards a Canadian CPA Designation.
• Minimum of five (5) years in accounting and finance roles with knowledge gained in the areas of budgeting, financial reporting, general & capital accounting, financial analytics.
• Proven experience in the analysis and application of internal controls to create and maintain a strong control environment.
• Possesses a solid understanding of capital accounting, with a background in audit preferred.
• Proven interpersonal skills and ability to engage with and mentor staff.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work with limited supervision required.
• Ability to prioritize workload and meet tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills are a necessity.
• Extensive computer skills, particularly with MS Excel required.
• SAP reporting experience is considered an asset.
• Experience in a hospital, government or non-profit setting and/or with Public Sector Accounting is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with MIS standards is considered an asset.
• Competency in other languages will be considered an asset.