Top Benefits
About the role
SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Jr. Financial Analyst is responsible for the preparation of budgets, forecasts and variance analysis; development of consolidated financial statements; acts as the lead Finance team member in preparation of project budgets and supports the Finance team in performing general accounting procedures and processes. This position is based in Toronto.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs general bookkeeping as part of the Finance team (e.g. processing accounts payable, prepares account analysis and reconciliations, contributes to month-end and year-end closing processes)
- Supports Director of Finance to prepare complete, accurate and timely monthly and annual financial statements and reporting package for internal users as well as funders
- Performs preliminary actual vs. budget analysis, and reviews/validates the analysis results with the Director of Finance and the appropriate parties
- Undertakes research and financial analysis to support ongoing program development and learning
- Supports Director of Finance to develop in conjunction with other staff, organizational and project budgets and forecasts
- Ensures transactions are accounted for appropriately and in accordance with Catalyste+ financial policies, funders’ contracts and Canadian GAAP for not-for-profit organizations
- Responds to internal inquiries with respect to financial matters as needed
- Ensures adequate supporting documentation is maintained and filed for all accounting transactions
- Assists with preparation and coordination of external audits
- Participates in implementing and enforcing internal controls policies and procedures
SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Works with vendors/service providers to resolve billing issues
- Proactively identify areas where process improvements and/or real savings may be realized
- Performs other duties/special projects as assigned by the Director of Finance (e.g. prepare tax filings)
- Where requested, participates in and contributes to organizational initiatives such as process improvements
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Working towards an accounting designation (CPA) or relevant, equivalent experience
- 4+ years of experience in accounting, preferably in the non-profit industry
- Very strong attention to detail and results-oriented (i.e. ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure)
- Ability to design, prepare and analyze financial reports
- Experience with or previous exposure to government contracts, an asset
- Flexibility and responsiveness to business and functional leaders for timely reporting
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience with Quickbooks an asset
- Ideal candidate will be a team player, outgoing, energetic and a good communicator
- Bilingual – English / French, preferred
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
- Rewarding and meaningful work environment
- Work/Life balance; remote or hybrid work and flexible schedules
- Comprehensive Health Benefits plan
- Employer matched pension plan
- Mental Health & Wellness Programs
- Internal training & development events
- Mentorship program
- Innovative, collaborative & creative work environment
- Competitive base salary
- General time-off policies
- Holiday office closure
- Value diversity and inclusiveness
Application deadline: August 1, 2025
Catalyste+ is an employer who subscribes to the principle of equal access to employment. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Catalyste+
With over 50 years’ experience in over 30 countries, our global reputation is based on our demonstrated ability to manage consistently high-performing, highly inclusive impact-driven projects globally and at home. Our people are how we do this. Catalyste+ Expert Advisors are drawn from an elite cadre of volunteer business leaders and Canadian public service governance experts culturally trained to journey thousands of miles to share their knowledge and collaborate with our clients to develop highly localized solutions to strengthen economies, for better lives. We call it the Catalyste+ effect.
Avec plus de 50 ans d'expérience dans plus de 30 pays, notre réputation mondiale repose sur notre capacité démontrée à gérer de manière constante des projets à fort impact, très inclusifs, tant à l'échelle mondiale que nationale. Ce sont nos collaborateurs qui font cela possible. Les Conseillers Experts de Catalyste+ proviennent d'un groupe d'élite de chefs d'entreprise bénévoles et d'experts en gouvernance du service public canadien, formés culturellement pour parcourir des milliers de kilomètres afin de partager leurs connaissances et collaborer avec nos clients pour élaborer des solutions hautement localisées visant à renforcer les économies, pour des vies meilleures. Nous appelons cela l'effet Catalyste+.
Top Benefits
About the role
SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Jr. Financial Analyst is responsible for the preparation of budgets, forecasts and variance analysis; development of consolidated financial statements; acts as the lead Finance team member in preparation of project budgets and supports the Finance team in performing general accounting procedures and processes. This position is based in Toronto.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs general bookkeeping as part of the Finance team (e.g. processing accounts payable, prepares account analysis and reconciliations, contributes to month-end and year-end closing processes)
- Supports Director of Finance to prepare complete, accurate and timely monthly and annual financial statements and reporting package for internal users as well as funders
- Performs preliminary actual vs. budget analysis, and reviews/validates the analysis results with the Director of Finance and the appropriate parties
- Undertakes research and financial analysis to support ongoing program development and learning
- Supports Director of Finance to develop in conjunction with other staff, organizational and project budgets and forecasts
- Ensures transactions are accounted for appropriately and in accordance with Catalyste+ financial policies, funders’ contracts and Canadian GAAP for not-for-profit organizations
- Responds to internal inquiries with respect to financial matters as needed
- Ensures adequate supporting documentation is maintained and filed for all accounting transactions
- Assists with preparation and coordination of external audits
- Participates in implementing and enforcing internal controls policies and procedures
SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Works with vendors/service providers to resolve billing issues
- Proactively identify areas where process improvements and/or real savings may be realized
- Performs other duties/special projects as assigned by the Director of Finance (e.g. prepare tax filings)
- Where requested, participates in and contributes to organizational initiatives such as process improvements
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Working towards an accounting designation (CPA) or relevant, equivalent experience
- 4+ years of experience in accounting, preferably in the non-profit industry
- Very strong attention to detail and results-oriented (i.e. ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure)
- Ability to design, prepare and analyze financial reports
- Experience with or previous exposure to government contracts, an asset
- Flexibility and responsiveness to business and functional leaders for timely reporting
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience with Quickbooks an asset
- Ideal candidate will be a team player, outgoing, energetic and a good communicator
- Bilingual – English / French, preferred
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
- Rewarding and meaningful work environment
- Work/Life balance; remote or hybrid work and flexible schedules
- Comprehensive Health Benefits plan
- Employer matched pension plan
- Mental Health & Wellness Programs
- Internal training & development events
- Mentorship program
- Innovative, collaborative & creative work environment
- Competitive base salary
- General time-off policies
- Holiday office closure
- Value diversity and inclusiveness
Application deadline: August 1, 2025
Catalyste+ is an employer who subscribes to the principle of equal access to employment. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Catalyste+
With over 50 years’ experience in over 30 countries, our global reputation is based on our demonstrated ability to manage consistently high-performing, highly inclusive impact-driven projects globally and at home. Our people are how we do this. Catalyste+ Expert Advisors are drawn from an elite cadre of volunteer business leaders and Canadian public service governance experts culturally trained to journey thousands of miles to share their knowledge and collaborate with our clients to develop highly localized solutions to strengthen economies, for better lives. We call it the Catalyste+ effect.
Avec plus de 50 ans d'expérience dans plus de 30 pays, notre réputation mondiale repose sur notre capacité démontrée à gérer de manière constante des projets à fort impact, très inclusifs, tant à l'échelle mondiale que nationale. Ce sont nos collaborateurs qui font cela possible. Les Conseillers Experts de Catalyste+ proviennent d'un groupe d'élite de chefs d'entreprise bénévoles et d'experts en gouvernance du service public canadien, formés culturellement pour parcourir des milliers de kilomètres afin de partager leurs connaissances et collaborer avec nos clients pour élaborer des solutions hautement localisées visant à renforcer les économies, pour des vies meilleures. Nous appelons cela l'effet Catalyste+.