Lambert Nemec Group, Winnipeg's leader in Permanent Accounting & Finance Recruitment, has partnered with our client in Winnipeg to recruit a Financial Analyst to become an active member of the team.

The Financial Analyst is responsible for the finance department with a variety of functions, including financial & management reporting, research and communicating with internal and external contacts.

Responsibilities:

· Review and prepare financial and management reports.

· Generate reports analyzing variances.

· Enhance financial performance monitoring processes.

· Offer recommendations to department heads and executives for enhancing financial performance in critical areas.

· Conduct financial modeling, trend analysis, and benchmarking for business cases.

· Establish and upkeep accounting policies and procedures.

· Establishing account balances in the accounting system.

· Conducting daily bank reconciliations for both US and CAD accounts.

· Performing monthly account reconciliations and maintaining general ledger accounting.

· Posting general journal entries.

· Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

Requirements:

· Financial Analysis experience for a minimum of 3 years.

· A degree or diploma in accounting or business administration (required)

· Currently in the CPA program (preferred)

· Strong knowledge and background in financial analytics, including forecasting and budgeting

· Advanced software skills including MS Excel, and/or financial planning, and reporting/dashboard tool

· Experience with computerized accounting programs e.g. AccPac, Dynamics-Great Plains, SAP, QuickBooks, Sage and other ERP Systems

· Strong time management and multi-tasking skills, amazing communication and people skills and must be highly organized.

Benefits:

· Annual salary from $60,000- $70,000 depending on experience

· Excellent mentorship and professional growth

· Friendly and supportive office environment