Financial Analyst

We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our team in Toronto, Ontario, on a long-term contract basis. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in financial accounting, reporting, and analysis, who thrives in a collaborative environment. You will play a key role in supporting financial operations, ensuring compliance, and driving efficiency within an educational organization.Responsibilities:• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual journal entries and account reconciliations in alignment with organizational policies.• Conduct detailed quarter-end reviews and financial analyses, offering actionable recommendations to the Director of Finance.• Manage accounts payable processes, including invoice review, coding, vendor setup, payment processing, and inbox management.• Develop and maintain organized financial records to facilitate timely and efficient financial close procedures.• Compile quarterly financial statements for multiple chapters and support year-end activities, including accruals, schedules, and auditor requests.• Reconcile key general ledger accounts, such as payables, liabilities, capital assets, investments, and select revenue/expense accounts.• Process payroll on a semi-monthly basis, handling updates for employee changes, bonuses, taxable benefits, and garnishments.• Monitor investment performance, identify risks, and prepare detailed quarterly commentary.• Assist in developing annual budgets and financial forecasts, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance financial systems and controls, ensuring compliance and data integrity.