Financial Analyst supporting The Salvation Army’s charitable accounting, reporting, budgeting, and compliance. Remote contract role serving Canadian ministry units and stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Manage monthly financial close, ensuring accuracy of financial statements, journal entries, and adherence to Salvation Army policies
Ensure compliance with internal policies and laws; develop and implement efficient processes and internal controls
Review financial statements for accuracy, cash flow, fund balances, and budget performance
Prepare and approve journal entries, perform account reconciliations, and resolve discrepancies
Prepare audit schedules and financial statements in compliance with funding agreement requirements
Oversee charity returns and government filings
Participate in budget preparation, review variance reports, and prepare multi-year financial forecasts
Prepare analytical reports and respond to recurring and ad hoc stakeholder requests
Serve as a key contact for ministry units and external clients, resolving financial issues and maintaining communication
Provide guidance to finance staff and partners on accounting standards, policies, and tax regulations
Support delivery of financial accounting and advisory services and perform complex accounting activities and process development
Requirements
Bachelor Degree in Finance/ Accounting stream
The FA must be enrolled in CPA program PEP
Three years but less than five years of relevant experience (AP/AR/GL)
Respect and understanding of The Salvation Army – its mission, culture, and values
Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills
Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility
High quality Excel spreadsheet skills, including VLookups, index/match, indirect, trims, left, right, mid, substitute, and IF statements with OR/AND logic
Excellent knowledge of Word
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Able to assist and train individuals with limited financial background with a full understanding of reporting requirements
Commitment to quality customer service
Able to proactively recognize potential risks and issues, respond with solutions, and engage others in implementing change
Effective organizational and time management skills; self-motivated and disciplined self-starter
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