Financial Coordinator

Under the general supervision of the Senior Manager, Finance and within established policies, procedures and guidelines supports the Finance Department and the organization for the accounting and reporting of general financial reporting. The incumbent will work with key revenue operations related to inventory management, costing, financial analysis and budgeting. The incumbent will assist in the modernization of current financial policies and standardized operating procedures. The position requires the incumbent to have the ability to manage time and competing priorities effectively, while maintaining excellent customer service. The Analyst is responsible for the identification, recording, valuation, accounting, reporting of timely employee expenses and reconciliation and reporting. Additionally, the analyst will focus on general accounting procedures and processed within the department.

Niagara Parks offers an annual salary range of $63,727.53 to $76,136.23 for this position as well as comprehensive benefits and a defined benefit pension plan.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Thursday July 10th, 2025**.**

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post Secondary Degree/Diploma in Accounting or Finance from a recognized College/University.
• Minimum of one to two years related experience in an analytical role working with financial information in Finance/Accounting.
• Pursuing a CPA designation would be preferred.
• Knowledge of expense management, accounting policies and procedures related to GAAP and PSAB.
• Understanding of internal control procedures and understanding of general ledger accounts; must have proven advanced proficiency in Microsoft office applications (Excel, Power BI, Word) including data mining, analysis, and modeling capabilities.
• Expertise in Excel including but not limited to Pivot tables and V-lookups are required.
• Strong understanding of auditing and internal control processes and compliance to relevant legislation.
• Able to take initiative and achieve results in a fast-paced, seasonally influenced and unionized environment with a high volume of transactions; advanced planning and organization skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; ability to meet strict deadlines; strong analytical and problem-solving skills; integrity and high ethical standards.
• Previous experience/exposure in expense auditing and policy development and cost accounting.
• Ability to review processes, provide continuous improvements and be a change agent within the department.

KEY ACTIVITIES

Internal Controls:

• Using the ERP, understand and develop staff user manuals and maintain documentation of the system
• Working with Senior Financial Staff, work on developing new business processes to improve efficiency and controls within the system.
• Plan, coordinate and deliver internal financial audits throughout the Niagara Parks under the supervision of Senior Finance staff.
• Investigate variances at Revenue Producing Operations and perform corrections when necessary.
• Participate in key PCI compliance practices along with maintaining tracking sheets for locations to ensure best practices are being adhered to.

Financial:

• Responsible for the management of key financial accounts and month end processes.
• Required to complete necessary month end journal entries and account reconciliation.
• Working within the ERP, responsible to document processes and train staff.
• Creates and manages current reporting tools within the ERP.
• Undertakes special projects and performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with departmental or divisional/corporate objectives including, but not limited to, supporting Senior Financial Staff with organizational budgetary reviews.
• Develops reporting and analytical reports for departments and organization related to revenue and expenditures.
• Works with revenue teams in the coordination and reconciliation of annual inventories.
• Reviews costing percentage of key product groups to ensure margins are maintained.

Performs Other Related Duties

• Responsible to ensure that all workers under their control work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, policies/procedures; monitors and follows up with staff i.e. health and safety compliance.
• Responsible for the maintenance of standard operating procedures in their respective areas
• As assigned.

The personal information in your candidate profile is collected under the authority of the Niagara Parks Act, R.S.O. 1990, C.N.3, s.4(l) and in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. It will be used to assess your qualifications for the job postings to which you apply. If successful, your information will also be used for the creation of your employee profile under the authority of the Employment Standards Act, 2000, c.41, s.15(1). We are an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005), Niagara Parks will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If you require disability – related accommodations, please inform the Human Resources (HR) staff. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require additional information regarding the collection and use of the personal information in your candidate profile, or would like to request an alternate format, please contact Niagara Parks at 905.295.4377 or by e-mail at employment@niagaraparks.com