Financial Analyst

Job summary

The Financial Analyst is responsible for providing financial and administrative support, including capital project analysis, journal entry preparation, and GL reconciliations. They also assist with month-end activities, financial reporting, and managing purchase orders and billing requests.

Job details

Financial Analyst Work Location: 6080 Young Street, Halifax, NS (On-site, 5 days per week) Department: Finance & Corporate Services Reports To: Accounting Manager Employment Status: Full time, 40 hours per week In this role, you will be part of a team primarily focused on balance sheet accounts and various supporting corporate services. Financial Analysts are responsible for providing financial and administrative support for projects, month-end activities and financial reporting. Key Responsibilities Capital Project Analysis and Maintenance Capital Expenditures Analysis Journal Entry Preparation GL Reconciliations Differentiating Between Capital and Current Expenses Monthly Accruals Receiving Purchase Orders Billing Requests Ad Hoc Requests Qualifications: Completion of post-secondary education with a focus in accounting Current enrollment or desire to enroll in a professional accounting designation is considered an asset One to three years of relevant experience Ability to prioritize and consistently meet deadlines Desire to work in a positive and dynamic team environment Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to multi-task and adapt to continuous change Have strong analytical and critical-thinking skills Ability to communicate effectively and build working relationships across departments Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications About Eastlink Eastlink is proudly family-owned and headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia. After more than 50 years, we’ve grown from a small-town startup into one of Canada’s Best Managed companies without losing our entrepreneurial edge. We move fast. We try new things. We care about doing right by our customers, and we’re not afraid to take a different approach to make that happen. Why Work with Us We could say we’re not your typical telecom, but what makes us different is how we operate day to day. At Eastlink, we’re a tight-knit team all working toward common goals. We’re big enough to do meaningful work, but small enough that you can actually make your mark. You won’t get stuck waiting for layers of approval or years of tenure to make an impact! We believe in getting involved, speaking up, and figuring things out together. We’re always listening, learning, and adapting because our customers (and our people) expect us to. And just like we invest in our network, we invest in you, with intention and for the long run. When you join Eastlink, you'll enjoy: Opportunities for internal growth and promotion Paid vacation and holidays Comprehensive health and dental benefits Company pension plan with employer contributions Employee discounts on Eastlink products and services We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We embrace diversity, inclusion, equity, and accessibility throughout all levels of the organization and encourage members of equity groups to self-identify during the application process. Need an accommodation during the hiring process? We encourage you to reach out and let us know how we can support your participation.

What you’ll do

The Financial Analyst is responsible for providing financial and administrative support, including capital project analysis, journal entry preparation, and GL reconciliations. They also assist with month-end activities, financial reporting, and managing purchase orders and billing requests.

Requirements

Candidates must have completed post-secondary education with a focus in accounting and possess one to three years of relevant experience. Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, are required for this role.

Benefits

• Paid vacation • Paid holidays • Comprehensive health benefits • Dental benefits • Company pension plan • Employee discounts

Listed skills

• Administrative Support · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Multi-Tasking · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Capital project analysis
• Journal entry preparation
• GL reconciliations
• Financial reporting
• Month-end activities
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Analytical skills
• Critical-thinking skills
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Multi-tasking
• Communication
• Administrative support
• Administrative Support
• Organizational Skills
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Accounting
• Accruals
• Balance Sheet
• Telecommunications
• Billing
• Capital Expenditure
• Corporate Services
• Critical Thinking
• Discounts And Allowances
• Finance
• Financial Analysis
• Financial Statements
• Multitasking
• Prioritization
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Administrative
• Financial Analyst
• Financial Analyst (General)
• Financial Analysts
• Financial and Investment Analysts