Job Description
Company:
ClaimsPro LP - Shared Services
Financial Analyst, 1-year contract, Hybrid/Remote (Edmonton, AB)
Role Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Financial Reporting Analyst in our Edmonton office. Reporting to the Divisional Controller, you will play a key role by contributing to achieving the goals of the department and division. In addition to day-to-day data entry support and monthly journal entries, this position will be responsible for account analysis and reconciliation, preparation and distribution management reports and budgets while ensuring accuracy and consistency as well as making recommendations for improvement in financial reporting.
Competencies
Intermediate to Advanced level technical accounting skills.
Excel, Accounting Software, E-mail and Reporting tools – intermediate to advanced level.
Proven ability to analyze data at a strategic level and to provide recommendations for strategic level actions and/or solutions
Knowledge of databases and ability to mine, build analytical models, and analyze data
Detail oriented but with the ability to review information at a strategic level.
Adaptable and willing to lead change.
Demonstrated professionalism and strong work ethic.
Demonstrated ability to provide accurate information and problem solving services for the customers while taking ownership of problem solving and decisions where appropriate.
Demonstrated ability to show initiative with strong follow-up skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Maintains confidentiality and has high standards of integrity.
Ability to work well within a team environment, works collaboratively with others to achieve goals using leadership as a tool to move projects and activities forward.
Ability to work within very tight deadlines and to effectively manage conflicting priorities
Responsibilities
Strategy, Plans, Budget (25% Time Allocation)
Annual budget and monthly forecasting process.
Acts as a signing authority on corporate bank accounts.
Lead / participate in corporate and operational projects including process improvement projects, software upgrades etc.
Ensuring that the decision makers in the firm understand the financial implications of the missions and direction they set for their division. Specifically ensure that business plans for both existing initiatives and new initiatives meet minimum ROI expectations.
Participate in monthly operational touchpoints with key leaders to help maintain communication and accurate financial information.
People & Processes (20% Time Allocation)
Regular performance feedback and recommendation for corrective activities as required.
Participate in change management, with opportunities to lead where appropriate.
Ensure processes are reviewed. Opportunities for improvement identified and put forth as recommendations to your Divisional Controller
Participate in rollout of new processes and protocols. and clearly documented/communicated to staff.
Accounting (55% Time Allocation)
Assist in providing accounting analysis to support management in strategic decision making using initiative and senior level experience to target appropriate areas for review and redress.
Completes commission calculations as required.
Complete accurate month-end journal entries.
Complete general account reconciliations.
Publish and distribute financial information within Corporate timelines.
Prepare and improve Management reports for monthly financial meetings.
Responsible for month end processing and cut-off activities.
OLAP cube data maintenance.
Management Reporter/Adaptive security maintenance.
Assist in managing the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data for applicable business divisions.
Assist with statistical analysis, period variance analysis and budget variance analysis.
Assist with preparation of monthly and year-end financial statements.
Assist with preparation of budgets and forecasts.
Assist with preparation for year-end audit.
Other project work as assigned.
Other duties as required.
Qualifications and Experience
Post-secondary education in Accounting.
CPA in progress/has recently wrote the CFE, or fully designated CPA is a must.
An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.
3-5+ years of related operational experience.
Your track record of experience providing smart, timely reporting to senior management.
Great Plains or other related ERP experience is an asset.
Experience with Power BI is an asset.'
Environment/Working Conditions
Dynamic environment with tight deadlines, many and changing priorities.
Additional working time required at certain times in the accounting cycle.
Team environment dedicated to common goal.
All prospective employees must pass a background check.
Time Allocation estimations are subject to change.
Environment/Work Conditions
SCM Insurance Services and affiliates welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates throughout the recruitment and assessment process.
Unsolicited Outreach Statement – Recruitment Agencies
SCM Insurance Services (SCM) and its affiliated companies will not accept unsolicited resume submittals from third- party recruiters and hereby request agencies to not contact SCM employees or managers directly to present candidates. Be advised SCM will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume and will consider any unsolicited resumes forwarded public information. SCM welcomes resumes submitted directly from candidates.
ClaimsPro LP - Shared Services
Financial Analyst, 1-year contract, Hybrid/Remote (Edmonton, AB)
Role Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Financial Reporting Analyst in our Edmonton office. Reporting to the Divisional Controller, you will play a key role by contributing to achieving the goals of the department and division. In addition to day-to-day data entry support and monthly journal entries, this position will be responsible for account analysis and reconciliation, preparation and distribution management reports and budgets while ensuring accuracy and consistency as well as making recommendations for improvement in financial reporting.
Competencies
Intermediate to Advanced level technical accounting skills.
Excel, Accounting Software, E-mail and Reporting tools – intermediate to advanced level.
Proven ability to analyze data at a strategic level and to provide recommendations for strategic level actions and/or solutions
Knowledge of databases and ability to mine, build analytical models, and analyze data
Detail oriented but with the ability to review information at a strategic level.
Adaptable and willing to lead change.
Demonstrated professionalism and strong work ethic.
Demonstrated ability to provide accurate information and problem solving services for the customers while taking ownership of problem solving and decisions where appropriate.
Demonstrated ability to show initiative with strong follow-up skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Maintains confidentiality and has high standards of integrity.
Ability to work well within a team environment, works collaboratively with others to achieve goals using leadership as a tool to move projects and activities forward.
Ability to work within very tight deadlines and to effectively manage conflicting priorities
Responsibilities
Strategy, Plans, Budget (25% Time Allocation)
Annual budget and monthly forecasting process.
Acts as a signing authority on corporate bank accounts.
Lead / participate in corporate and operational projects including process improvement projects, software upgrades etc.
Ensuring that the decision makers in the firm understand the financial implications of the missions and direction they set for their division. Specifically ensure that business plans for both existing initiatives and new initiatives meet minimum ROI expectations.
Participate in monthly operational touchpoints with key leaders to help maintain communication and accurate financial information.
People & Processes (20% Time Allocation)
Regular performance feedback and recommendation for corrective activities as required.
Participate in change management, with opportunities to lead where appropriate.
Ensure processes are reviewed. Opportunities for improvement identified and put forth as recommendations to your Divisional Controller
Participate in rollout of new processes and protocols. and clearly documented/communicated to staff.
Accounting (55% Time Allocation)
Assist in providing accounting analysis to support management in strategic decision making using initiative and senior level experience to target appropriate areas for review and redress.
Completes commission calculations as required.
Complete accurate month-end journal entries.
Complete general account reconciliations.
Publish and distribute financial information within Corporate timelines.
Prepare and improve Management reports for monthly financial meetings.
Responsible for month end processing and cut-off activities.
OLAP cube data maintenance.
Management Reporter/Adaptive security maintenance.
Assist in managing the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data for applicable business divisions.
Assist with statistical analysis, period variance analysis and budget variance analysis.
Assist with preparation of monthly and year-end financial statements.
Assist with preparation of budgets and forecasts.
Assist with preparation for year-end audit.
Other project work as assigned.
Other duties as required.
Qualifications and Experience
Post-secondary education in Accounting.
CPA in progress/has recently wrote the CFE, or fully designated CPA is a must.
An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.
3-5+ years of related operational experience.
Your track record of experience providing smart, timely reporting to senior management.
Great Plains or other related ERP experience is an asset.
Experience with Power BI is an asset.'
Environment/Working Conditions
Dynamic environment with tight deadlines, many and changing priorities.
Additional working time required at certain times in the accounting cycle.
Team environment dedicated to common goal.
All prospective employees must pass a background check.
Time Allocation estimations are subject to change.
Environment/Work Conditions
SCM Insurance Services and affiliates welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates throughout the recruitment and assessment process.
Unsolicited Outreach Statement – Recruitment Agencies
SCM Insurance Services (SCM) and its affiliated companies will not accept unsolicited resume submittals from third- party recruiters and hereby request agencies to not contact SCM employees or managers directly to present candidates. Be advised SCM will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume and will consider any unsolicited resumes forwarded public information. SCM welcomes resumes submitted directly from candidates.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Financial Analyst, 1-year contract, Hybrid/Remote position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Edmonton offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Work from home Jobs is a plus.
