Position Description

Job Title: Senior Financial Analyst
Location: Mississauga, ON
Reports To: Sr. Manager – Financial Reporting
Employment Type: Contract – 1-year term
Salary Range: $65,000-$80,000

Position Summary:

The Senior Financial Analyst plays a key role in supporting the financial health and accountability of the organization. This position is responsible for financial reporting, analysis, budgeting, and compliance, with a focus on enhancing decision-making and ensuring transparency in line with CRA regulations for registered charities.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports, including T3010 filings.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide insights to support strategic decisions.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports using tools like Power BI.
• Support the preparation of audit working papers and liaise with external auditors.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the annual budgeting process in collaboration with department leads.
• Monitor actuals vs. budget and provide timely forecasts and recommendations.
• Assist in multi-year financial planning and scenario modeling.

Accounting Operations

• Review and post journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with Canadian accounting standards for not-for-profits (ASNPO).
• Maintain internal controls and support process improvements.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with CRA regulations for registered charities.
• Assist in the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures.
• Support risk assessments and internal audits.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Leverage financial systems (e.g., Business Central) to streamline processes.
• Identify and resolve data integrity issues and improve reporting accuracy.
• Train and support staff in financial systems and reporting tools.

Qualifications:

• CPA designation (or in final stages of completion).
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis or accounting.
• Experience in the not-for-profit or charitable sector is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of CRA charity compliance requirements.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with Power BI and ERP systems (e.g., Business Central) is an asset.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Assets:

• Experience managing multiple legal entities and currencies.
• Familiarity with fund accounting and donor reporting.

The PAOC is a Christian organization that engages in Christian ministry, serving the Christian community. This position is an important role in carrying out PAOC’s mission and it is critical that the candidate’s beliefs and conduct are consistent with the beliefs and conduct standards of the PAOC. Therefore, it is a requirement of this position that the candidate’s beliefs and conduct adhere to PAOC’s Mission Statement, Core Values, General Constitution and By-Laws, the Statement of Fundamental and Essential Truths, and any other document that may be established by the PAOC regarding standards of conduct.

The PAOC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Interested candidates should forward their resume and cover letter to Sharon.morgan@paoc.org