Bilingual Financial Analyst

Job summary

Support accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and regulatory activities, including month-end close, financial statement preparation, variance analysis, and audit support. Improve financial processes and controls, maintain analytical models, and provide financial insights for business planning and decision-making.

Job details

Bilingual Financial Analyst (fluent in French and English) Contract Length: 12 Months Work Type: Hybrid: In-Office (Monday, Tuesday & Thursday) / Remote (Wednesday & Friday) Location: Gatineau, QC Raise is currently hiring a contract team member on behalf of our client. They’re expanding their team to meet growing needs, making this a unique opportunity to work with an industry leader. Note: The primary pay rate is based on T4 classification; however, we will also consider applications from candidates interested in an INC classification, where applicable. Job Overview Gazifère's Finance Team is seeking to fill a succession position. As a key member of the Finance Team, you will play an integral role in executing the company's accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and regulatory activities. This position requires a strategic and analytical finance professional who can contribute to decision-making, support regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement across financial operations. Key Responsibilities Collaborate in month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, analyzing results, explaining variances, and producing financial reports, primarily related to capital management, long-term debt, dividends, payroll, and pension activities. Prepare, analyze, and distribute monthly and annual financial statements, including insightful commentary on financial performance and key business drivers. Review month-end entries and identify, investigate, and explain significant variances in financial results, including assumptions related to volumes, distribution rates, customer growth, operating expenses, capital expenditures, and income taxes. Provide accurate financial data, reports, and ad hoc analyses to support business planning, operational decision-making, and strategic initiatives. Participate in interim and year-end audit activities by preparing supporting documentation and responding to auditor inquiries. Assist in the preparation and submission of regulatory filings, responses, and supporting documentation. Research, document, and recommend accounting policy positions in compliance with U.S. GAAP requirements. Contribute to the annual budgeting process, periodic forecasting activities, and long-term financial planning initiatives. Review and improve financial processes, controls, and reporting practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and overall effectiveness. Maintain, update, and develop financial models and analytical tools to support evolving business requirements. Develop a broad understanding of all Finance Team functions and provide support across multiple areas as required. Demonstrate leadership in identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and contributing to a collaborative, high-performing finance environment. Qualifications Professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent). Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive and relevant accounting and financial analysis experience. Bilingualism in both French and English is required. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly and effectively. Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while also managing responsibilities independently and meeting tight deadlines. Demonstrated leadership qualities, initiative, and a strong team-oriented mindset. Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy. Ability to quickly understand, interpret, and apply complex accounting and financial concepts. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, with demonstrated experience in financial modeling and analysis. Experience with Oracle and Hyperion is considered an asset. Knowledge of federal and Québec tax compliance requirements and taxation matters. Familiarity with project profitability analysis, capital investment evaluation, and financial decision-making methodologies is considered an asset. Looking for meaningful work? We can help Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We believe strongly in making the world a better place through work, which is why we’re a certified B Corporation and donate 10% of our profits to charity. We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities. We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer and request accommodation: https://raise.jobs/accommodations/ To submit candidates for roles, our clients sometimes require personal information to confirm applicants' identities and legal status to work. Raise will never ask you for personal or banking information unless you have been selected for a job. If you are ever unsure about the legitimacy of this or another job posting by Raise (or have any other questions), please contact us at +1 800-567-9675 or hello@raiserecruiting.com. #ENBC26

What you’ll do

Support accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and regulatory activities, including month-end close, financial statement preparation, variance analysis, and audit support. Improve financial processes and controls, maintain analytical models, and provide financial insights for business planning and decision-making.

Requirements

Requires a CPA or equivalent designation, at least seven years of relevant progressive accounting and financial analysis experience, and fluency in French and English. Candidates should have strong analytical and communication skills, advanced Excel and financial modeling proficiency, and knowledge of federal and Quebec tax compliance; Oracle and Hyperion experience are assets.

Listed skills

• Budgeting · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Oracle · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred
• Month-End Close · Preferred
• Bilingual communication · Preferred
• Forecasting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Financial Analysis
• Accounting
• Month-End Close
• Financial Reporting
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Financial Modeling
• Variance Analysis
• U.S. GAAP
• Regulatory Compliance
• Audit Support
• Account Reconciliation
• Microsoft Excel
• Oracle
• Hyperion
• Bilingual Communication

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Data & Analytics
• Energy

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