Financial Analyst

Description

■ FINANCIAL ANALYST

Hybrid – Primary Remote, Ottawa, ON

CONTRIBUTING TO THE CMPA

The Finance department supports the CMPA’s mission and goals by safeguarding the Association’s assets through accurate and timely recording and stewardship of financial transactions. Financial Planning & Reporting is responsible for corporate financial reporting. The team substantiates funds spent against budgets, audits financial transactions, ensures all legal requirements are met, and prepares the annual budget for Council approval. The team improves the impact and understanding of financial reports on business performance, delivers financial insights, analysis, and reports to improve business analysis and decision-making and drive business strategy. 

POSITION OVERVIEW

Working closely with the Senior Financial Analyst, the Analyst ensures the financial records of the Association are maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. The Financial Analyst is responsible for the oversight and performance of various areas of financial analysis and reporting including standard quarterly management reporting and variance analyses, account reconciliations, accounting entries, as well as coordination of year-end financial statements, working papers, and audit activities. 

The Analyst is responsible for collaborating with the Planning & Performance team as the two teams deliver on corporate reporting initiatives. Additionally, the Analyst is responsible for fostering partnerships with the senior leadership team through the provision of professional and proactive financial advice and guidance.

POSITION ACTIVITIES

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepares financial reports for Senior Management and Council by collecting, formatting, analyzing, and explaining information
• Analyses financial results, investigates unusual variances, and determines root cause considering both financial and non-financial elements
• Supports management planning and decision making by identifying, maintaining, and evaluating information
• Researches and makes recommendations on proper accounting treatment for new types of transactions

Interim & Year-End Audit

• Liaises with the external auditors regarding audit requirements
• Maintains the year-end schedule and coordinates the timely completion of all activities
• Reconciles accounts, determines accruals, and prepares adjusting entries as required
• Prepares year-end working papers and compiles financial statements

Financial Accounting & Policies

• Prepares financial accounting adjusting entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
• Aids in the maintenance of internal control policies and procedures documents to ensure they remain current and effective
• Supports the maintenance and improvement of financial processes and internal controls

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 4-year Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably with a concentration in Business, Finance, or Accounting
• Successful completion of an accounting designation (CPA) is required
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in a similar role
• Extensive knowledge of enterprise financial applications, including system administration functions
• Knowledge of Workday Financials, Cognos toolsets, and/or experience with query and reporting tools considered an asset
• Knowledge of property management accounting considered an asset
• Knowledge of pension financial statements considered an asset
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel required
• Experience working with senior management, staff, and a variety of stakeholders

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and perform well under pressure
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and financial reporting skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and diplomacy
• Ability to take initiative, exercise judgement, and remain professional while attending to multiple priorities

POSTING DETAILS

• Job type: This is a regular full-time opportunity.
• This posting is for an existing vacancy.
• Salary range: $85,500 to $114,400 – this role is classified as a level 8.
• Location: Hybrid - Primary Remote. You can work from a home-based office the majority of the time within the provinces of Ontario and Québec, with regular on-site presence at the CMPA office (1-2 days per week). If you prefer, you can choose to work out of the CMPA office in Ottawa, Ontario near the beautiful Dow’s Lake.
• Skill assessment: selected candidates may be required to complete a skill assessment
• Application deadline: October 27, 2026 at 4:00pm EST

The CMPA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to being responsive to those living with disabilities and strives to prevent and remove barriers to accessibility. The CMPA will provide support and accommodation in its recruitment processes to applicants living with disabilities. If you are invited to participate in an interview and/or skills assessment and have accommodation needs, please let us know.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) is a key priority, and we actively strive to build a culture of inclusion where employees can be their authentic selves and are valued for their diverse experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and a variety of lived experiences to apply.

The CMPA offices, located in Ottawa, are located on the unceded, unsurrendered Territory of the Anishinaabe Algonquin Nation, whose presence here reaches back to time immemorial. We honour and pay our respect to these lands, and to all First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples throughout Turtle Island.