We are looking for Financial Analyst - Intermediate - Remote / Telecommute for our client in Edmonton, AB
Job Title: Financial Analyst - Intermediate - Remote / Telecommute
Job Location: Edmonton, AB
Job Type: Contract
Job Overview:
Requirement/Must Have:
- Relevant post-secondary education in the areas of business administration, accounting or finance. Acceptable education includes degrees, diplomas and certificates.
- Work experience creating and using advanced Excel skills such as Pivot table, VLOOKUP etc. (3 Years).
- Experience creating and managing project forecast and actual budgets. (3 Years).
- Experience reviewing and validating vendor invoices against contract terms and processing payments using SAP or similar ERP systems (e.g., 1GX, Oracle etc...). (3 Years).
- Experience using accounting principles and Canadian public sector accounting standards or equivalent (3 Years).
- Experience using SAP and Ariba for contract workspace management. (3 Years).
- Experience working in accounting systems creating processes, managing budgets, and internal controls (3 Years).
- The ability to accurately calculate, post, correct, and manage accounting figures and financial records. (3 Years).
Responsibilities:
- Prepare monthly financial forecasts, integrating actual results, trends, and projected expenditures.
- Validate, process, and track vendor invoices to ensure accuracy and compliance with contract terms.
- Prepare and submit monthly accrual entries to support accurate period-end financial reporting.
- Produce monthly budget updates and contract spend reports, highlighting variances and spending trends.
- Support governance reporting requirements by preparing accurate, timely financial and operational data.
- Create and manage purchase orders, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and accurate financial coding.
- Prepare and maintain Service Entry Sheets (SES) in 1GX (SAP Ariba) ensuring timely approvals and accurate documentation of goods and services received.
- Develop, maintain, and update process documentation related to financial and contracting workflows.
- Manage project records in accordance with corporate records management standards and retention policies.
- Manage and respond to audit-related inquiries, information requests, and documentation needs from internal and external stakeholders.
- Develop cost models and conduct cost analyses to support budgeting, planning, and operational decision-making.
- Analyze historical and forecasted data to identify financial trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
- Prepare clear, data-driven insights and recommendations for leadership.
Nice to Have:
- Experience with trade agreements, Financial Administration Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Public Works Act. (3 Years).
- Experience drafting, reviewing, and managing vendor contracts in a complex environment. (3 Years).
- Experience documenting business processes, procedures, standards and guidelines. (3 Years).
- Experience exercising resourcefulness when making recommendations on highly technical or complex business issues without formal guidelines or precedents. (3 Years).
- Experience with and knowledge of financial reporting ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial statements, and using Microsoft Excel. (3 Years).
- Experience with process improvement, documentation and requirement gathering (3 Years).
- Experience working with business areas and vendors to define audit requirements and implement remediation actions for compliance gaps (3 Years).
- Experience working with Information Technology accounting and processes (3 Years).
- Ability to evaluate cost models, contract risks, and pricing structures (3 Years).
- Strong analytical, decision-making and organizational skills (3 Years).
Benefits
Our Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities
Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.
About Cynet Systems
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.
As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.
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