Senior Financial Analyst – Treasury & Operations

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Job Summary

The Senior Financial Analyst – Treasury & Operations (SFA-TO) is a key contributor to the organization's financial operations. This role focuses on treasury and cash flow management, operations finance, general accounting, and financial reporting. The SFA-TC will support scalable processes to drive growth and lead initiatives to refine accounting practices, implement best practices, and strengthen financial health and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Treasury Operations

• Manage daily cash flows, cash forecasting, and procure-to-pay processes with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• Optimize currency exchanges across entities, minimizing foreign exchange risks and costs.
• Ensure timely vendor payments to maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Prepare treasury reports, integrate data into accounting systems, and support weekly cash reconciliations.

General Accounting & Compliance

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes in adherence to US GAAP.
• Perform general ledger activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and adjustments.
• Collaborate with external auditors by preparing required documentation.
• Oversee monthly accruals to ensure accurate reporting of assets and liabilities.

Operations & Commercial Finance

• Provide business case support to corporate team to support commercial initiatives
• Manage product costing and BOM development in collaboration with Operations and IT.
• Oversee accurate monthly COGS and inventory accounting.
• Lead quarterly physical inventory counts, reconcile variances, and provide analysis.
• Partner with Operations to identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.

Process Improvement & ERP Implementation

• Drive process efficiencies and strengthen internal controls for procure-to-pay, inventory valuation, and accounting activities.
• Support ERP implementation to streamline financial operations and align with parent company standards.
• Assist in developing and implementing a perpetual inventory system for enhanced accuracy.
• Improve treasury management systems, emphasizing automation and efficiency.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Monitor and report operational KPIs, delivering actionable insights for strategic decision-making.
• Prepare financial statements and variance analyses, linking operational metrics to financial performance.
• Support budgeting and forecasting to enhance financial planning accuracy.

Other Responsibilities

• Conduct internal control assessments to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
• Take on additional tasks to support finance and organizational objectives.

Qualifications:

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in treasury, operations finance, or general accounting.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis is an asset.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• CPA designation (or progress toward CPA) is preferred.

Technical Expertise

• Advanced Excel skills, including financial modeling and data analysis.
• Proficiency with robust ERP systems (e.g., Sage, SAP, Oracle) is required.
• ERP implementation experience and knowledge of standard costing principles are assets.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP reporting standards.

Skills & Attributes

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and cross-departmental collaboration abilities.
• High attention to detail with a focus on efficiency.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Self-driven and ambitious, with a desire to contribute to a growing business with high aspirations.

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