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Financial Analyst
@ Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Board
Whitehorse, Yukon
Overview
Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Board (YESAB) is hiring a full-time permanent Financial Analyst at its Whitehorse head office. The role supports budgeting, financial reporting, variance analysis, reconciliations and internal controls, reporting to the Finance & Administration Manager. The position works 75 hours bi-weekly, with pay of $90,415.20 to $104,836.02, and a hiring preference for qualified Canadian Indigenous candidates, with priority for Yukon First Nation candidates.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare budgets with budget managers
- Produce monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports
- Perform variance analyses and explain discrepancies
- Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations
- Monitor cash flow and support audits
Requirements summary:
- Post-secondary degree in accounting, finance or business administration, or equivalent experience
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting practices
- Proficiency in financial reporting, variance analysis, budgeting and reconciliations
- Working knowledge of computerized accounting systems
- Strong communication skills
- CPA/CMA designation is an asset
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- 2026-11-10
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Schedule | day |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Accounting, Finance, Business Administration |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Flexible hours, Retirement plan |
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Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Board
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Financial Analyst
Whitehorse Head Office
Full-time, permanent position, working 75 hours bi-weekly
$90,415.20 - $104,836.02
A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates.
What’s YESAB?
The Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Board (YESAB) is an independent body established under the Umbrella Final Agreement and YESAA legislation in 2003. YESAB conducts environmental and socio-economic assessments of projects before they are approved by the governing body.
Our purpose is to conduct neutral, timely, efficient and effective environmental and socio-economic assessments in the Yukon.
What we offer:
- Comprehensive benefit coverage.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Retirement savings contributions.
- Paid vacation and flexible work options.
- Work with a team committed to conducting neutral assessments in the Yukon that contribute to protecting the environment and the social, economic, and cultural well-being of Yukon First Nations and residents.
Eligibility
- A post-secondary degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Working towards or holding an accounting designation (CPA/CMA) is an asset.
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting practices.
- Proficiency in financial reporting, variance analysis, budgeting, and reconciliations.
- Good working knowledge of computerized accounting systems; knowledge of QuickBooks is an added advantage.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
At YESAB, we are committed to fostering financial accountability, operational efficiency, and excellence in decision-making. Join our dedicated team in a role that contributes directly to maintaining our fiscal health and achieving our strategic objectives.
Reporting to the Finance & Administration Manager, the Financial Analyst supports YESAB’s financial management processes, working collaboratively with staff and senior management. This role includes budgeting, financial analysis, reporting, reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements. The Financial Analyst is also responsible for:
- Collaborating with budget managers to gather and analyze financial data to support annual budget preparation.
- Assisting in preparing financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, to support decision-making.
- Performing variance analyses and providing detailed explanations of discrepancies between budgeted and actual performance.
- Preparing and processing journal entries and conducting account reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.
- Monitoring cash flow trends and ensuring sufficient liquidity for operational needs.
- Ensure adherence to financial policies, internal controls, and accounting standards.
- Support audits by preparing necessary documentation and providing explanations.
Visit YESAB’s job board to submit your application. Applications must be received by November 11, 2026, at 11:59 pm Yukon Standard Time.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your job application.
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