Senior Analyst, Accounts Payable & Financial Operations

Position: Senior Analyst, Accounts Payable & Financial Operations
Location: Toronto, ON – Hybrid
Job Type: Contract
Posting Type: Open Vacancy

Our client, a highly regarded organization in the financial services industry, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Analyst, Accounts Payable & Financial Operations to join its finance and operations team on a contract basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting and finance professional who enjoys working with financial data, managing payment processes and contributing to efficient day-to-day accounting operations within a dynamic, professional environment.

In this role, you will be involved in a variety of accounting and financial operations activities, with a focus on accounts payable, payment administration, cash management and month-end accounting. You will collaborate with internal departments and external service providers to ensure financial transactions are processed accurately, deadlines are met and established financial controls are maintained.

Responsibilities will include:

- Support day-to-day accounts payable activities, including vendor invoice processing, vendor account maintenance, payment coordination and general ledger entries.
- Coordinate domestic and international payment activities, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and in accordance with established procedures.
- Assist with cash management activities, including monitoring cash requirements, banking administration and cash forecasting.
- Support month-end accounting processes, including journal entries, accruals, adjustments, reclassifications and variance analysis.
- Complete general ledger, bank and accounts payable reconciliations, investigating discrepancies and ensuring accurate financial records.
- Work closely with external accounting service providers to support accurate recordkeeping and financial reporting across multiple business locations.
- Assist with internal and external audit requests, including gathering supporting documentation and preparing financial information.
- Maintain accounting records, operational reports and documentation in accordance with internal policies and established financial controls.
- Collaborate with Finance and other departments to investigate payment issues, address accounting inquiries and support operational requirements.
- Participate in financial systems initiatives and process improvement projects, identifying opportunities to enhance accuracy, efficiency and existing workflows.

Qualifications:

- Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting operations, accounts payable, financial operations or a related accounting position.
- Solid understanding of accounts payable, payment processing, general ledger accounting and month-end financial close procedures.
- Experience preparing journal entries, completing account reconciliations and working with financial reports.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, with confidence working with financial data and accounting systems.
- Experience with ERP or financial management systems; Oracle Financials experience is considered an asset.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical abilities and a practical approach to resolving discrepancies.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues and external business partners.
- A proactive, adaptable and collaborative approach, with an interest in improving processes and supporting operational efficiencies.

If you are an experienced accounting professional looking for an opportunity to further develop your skills within a reputable financial services organization, we would love to hear from you!

Please send your resume in Word format to Angelica Stewart at [email protected].

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