Senior Financial Analyst (6 month contract)

This is a 6 month contract with permanent potential

• About the Opportunity
• Perform detailed quantitative and qualitative analysis on financial, operational, and transactional data to support business objectives and develop practical recommendations;
• Perform reconciliations across subledgers and general ledger accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve variances in a timely manner;
• Participate in period-end activities, including reconciliations, reporting, and financial control assessments supporting overall financial integrity;
• Support day-to-day Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) activities, including invoice processing, payment execution, billing, collections, and cash application, consistent with standard financial processes such as invoice validation and payment management;
• Execute data entry, validation, and maintenance of vendor and customer master data, ensuring completeness and accuracy of financial records;
• Troubleshoot system or interface issues, resolve escalations, and support ongoing operational continuity across AP and AR functions;
• Contribute to system enhancements, automation initiatives, and implementation of new financial interfaces, including development of test scripts, execution of testing, and documentation of controls and processes;
• Research and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce manual effort, and strengthen controls;
• Provide guidance and support to team members on financial processes, tools, policies, and procedures to improve operational effectiveness; and
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve issues, support business requirements, and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

• About You
• Accounting designation completed or in progress is an asset but not mandatory.
• Strong understanding of financial operations, including invoicing, payments, collections, and reconciliation processes;
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP S/4HANA modules such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger) and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools;
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify issues, and provide actionable recommendations;
• Experience supporting Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable processes, including transaction processing, reconciliations, and financial analysis;
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, controls, and risk mitigation;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing business needs; and
• Self-starter with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

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• How to Apply
• Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please note that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats. When referencing this job, quote #482459.

• This position for employment is for a current vacancy with Vaco/Highspring’s client. You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role
• Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.