Senior Financial Analyst, Corporate Financial Reporting

Classic Fire + Life Safety

. Analyze financial results and explain key variances to management .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial analysis, month-end close processes, and payroll accounting across multiple entities. Proficient in ERP systems and advanced Excel, with a strong focus on compliance and process improvement.

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CPA DesignationFinancial AnalysisMonth-End Close ProcessesERP Systems ExperienceAdvanced Excel Skills

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingBalance Sheet ReconciliationJournal EntriesAccount AnalysisPayroll AccountingT4 ReconciliationsGovernment ComplianceAcquisition AccountingVariance AnalysisProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Analytical AbilitiesOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTime ManagementCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

AcumaticaSage 50FoundationERP SystemsReporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA Designation

Industry Keywords

ASPEMulti-Entity AccountingPayroll RemittancesFinancial SystemsAudit Process

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze financial results and explain key variances to management
Support management reporting packages and ad hoc analyses
Assist FP&A with reporting requirements and close deliverables
Prepare and maintain the consolidated financial reporting workbook
Serve as a key contact for external auditors during the annual audit process
Lead month-end close processes for multiple Canadian and U.S. entities, including newly acquired businesses
Manage balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, account analysis, and supporting schedules
Review operating expenses for classification, capitalization, and prepaid treatment
Investigate and resolve reporting variances and accounting issues
Support acquisition accounting and newly acquired entity integrations
Own month-end payroll accounting activities across all entities
Reconcile vacation pay accruals and employee-related liabilities
Review and reconcile WSIB, EHT, union dues, pension, and group benefits accounts
Ensure payroll remittances and filings are completed and accurately reflected in the ERP system
Liaise with Payroll to resolve discrepancies and ensure timely reporting
Support year-end payroll audits, T4 reconciliations, and government compliance
Develop expertise across multiple ERP and financial systems
Drive automation and process improvement initiatives
Design and enhance reporting tools, reconciliation templates, and automated schedules
Standardize and document accounting processes and internal controls
Participate in ERP implementations, upgrades, acquisitions, and system integrations

Requirements

What you’ll need

CPA designation or close to being designated
4+ years of progressive experience, ideally from a public accounting firm
Experience with multi-entity accounting environments and ERP systems is an asset
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced month-end environment
Strong knowledge of ASPE
Advanced Excel skills
Ability to work with Acumatica, Sage 50, Foundation, and other business platforms
Knowledge of payroll accounting, remittances, filings, T4 reconciliations, and government compliance requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Group benefits
Educational assistance program
Employee referral bonus program
Social events
Opportunities for career advancement