Original job description
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The Financial Analyst position is part of the Finance Shared Services, Billing Cash and Collections department, and provides financial, analytical, and project support services to Financial Operations. The role is responsible for developing and preparing financial and operational reports, conducting variance and trend analysis, evaluating business processes, and identifying opportunities for process improvement. This position contributes directly to the Finance Department's objectives by ensuring business processes are efficient, effective, and aligned with organizational requirements. Duties include but are not limited to: Prepare and maintain financial and operational reports for management based on information provided by program areas and Financial Operations. Collect, validate, and analyze data from various sources to ensure accuracy and completeness. Develop recurring and ad hoc reports to support operational and strategic decision-making. Identify reporting trends and highlight areas requiring management attention. Ensure reports are produced in a timely and consistent manner. Perform variance analysis on financial and operational reports. Investigate significant variances, trends, and anomalies. Identify potential risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement. Analyze business processes to assess effectiveness and efficiency. Prepare reports outlining findings, recommendations, and expected outcomes for management consideration. Participate in and support departmental and cross-functional projects. Conduct research, data analysis, and reporting activities related to project objectives. Assist in project planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. Develop a working knowledge of operational processes to support future analysis and recommendations. Other duties as assigned.
Description:
As a Financial Analyst, you will perform routine financial analysis including preparation, analysis and reporting of financial information in accordance with general accounting practices, processes, controls and policies and procedures. Your responsibilities include variance analysis, month end and year end activities, reconciliation of multiple accounts, project support and business support to operating portfolios.
Transition Company: Health Shared Services Classification: Financial Analyst Union: AUPE GSS Unit and Program: Billing Cash and Collections Primary Location: Seventh Street Plaza Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 09-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Regular Full Time Date Available: 19-OCT-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 10 Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: Saturday/Sunday Minimum Salary: $43.98 Maximum Salary: $53.11 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of post-secondary diploma specializing in Accounting or related field (e.g. Economics, Statistics).
Additional Required Qualifications:
Post-secondary degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field is required. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. To successfully perform the responsibilities of this position, the incumbent must demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting methodologies, and variance analysis techniques. Ability to analyze complex financial and operational data, identify trends, and provide meaningful recommendations. Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities. Understanding of process improvement concepts and business process analysis methodologies. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Ability to prepare accurate, detailed, and professional reports. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and customer service excellence.
Preferred Qualifications:
One to two years of accounting, financial analysis, financial administration, or related experience is preferred. Experience within a healthcare environment is considered an asset. Experience working with financial management systems, databases, and reporting tools is an asset. Preference will be given to candidates actively pursuing or holding a professional accounting designation such as CPA (formerly CMA, CGA, or CA).
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Responsibilities
Prepare and analyze financial and operational reports, conduct variance and trend analysis, reconcile accounts, and investigate anomalies to support management decisions. Evaluate business processes and contribute to departmental and cross-functional projects by providing research, analysis, recommendations, and reporting.
Requirements
A post-secondary degree in business, finance, accounting, commerce, or a related field is required; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Candidates should have knowledge of accounting and financial reporting, strong analytical and communication skills, and advanced Microsoft Office proficiency; one to two years of relevant experience and pursuit of a CPA designation are preferred.
Skills
- Financial Analysis
- Accounting Principles
- Financial Reporting
- Variance Analysis
- Data Analysis
- Trend Analysis
- Business Process Analysis
- Process Improvement
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Report Writing
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Communication
- Project Support
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Categories
- Finance & Accounting
- Data & Analytics
- Healthcare
- Administrative
Keywords
- Accounting
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Reporting
- Operational Reporting
- Variance Analysis
- Trend Analysis
- Account Reconciliation
- Month-End Activities
- Year-End Activities
- Data Validation
- Data Analysis
- Business Process Analysis
- Process Improvement
- Risk Analysis
- Project Support
- Financial Operations
- Billing
- Cash Management
- Collections
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Financial Management Systems
- Databases
- Reporting Tools
- Healthcare
- CPA
