Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for acting as a subject matter expert for all corporate accounting components of the hospital’s Business Optimization Project, including the implementation of a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. This includes advanced technical and advisory support for the development of workflow processes within the defined scope of the Business Optimization Project.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: (This is not an exhaustive list)

•  Translates general accounting requirements into future ERP system implementation;
•  Works closely with various stakeholders and members of the ERP team to analyze and optimize finance workflow processes and utilization of the current ERP system;
•  Identifies process gaps and implements steps to align financial processes to ERP system;
•  Assists in analyzing, developing, testing, optimizing and implementing standard financial reports from various modules;
•  Identifies opportunities for workflow improvements as well as for improvements within the organization’s financial and operational processes;
•  Formally documents finance processes using business process mapping and policy/procedure documents;
•  Responds to questions and inquiries on corporate accounting processes from other staff;
•  Supports the implementation team in all finance components of the ERP implementation, including integration of external systems and ERP modules such as payroll, accounts payable and stores inventory;
•  Leads ERP training for finance staff, as required;
•  Collaborates with the vendor and implementor to create and/or adhere to industry best practices.

Develops workflow processes for, but not limited to:

•  Importing historical financial data into the ERP system, as required;
•  Aligning CHEO’s chart of accounts with OHRS/MIS standards;
•  Creating multiple entities within the general ledger, including automation of the intercompany due to/from balances;
•  Establishing general ledger policies;
•  Implementing new capital, treasury, budget and accounts receivable processes that align with the ERP system;
•  To the extent possible, automating repetitive procedures;
•  Establishing clear month-end close procedures, including reporting to operational/clinical management
•  Creating financial dashboards based on key business performance metrics;
•  Preparing monthly and year-end financial analyses of key general ledger control accounts for the external audit;
•  Designing and reviewing audit trails within the ERP system.

SKILL

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

•  Post-secondary education is required in a related discipline such as Finance or Accounting (experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic/experience requirements);
•  A minimum of three to five (3-5) years of previous finance work experience is required;
•  Work experience in healthcare, particularly with knowledge of MIS and/or Ontario Healthcare Reporting Standards, is an asset;
•  Experience working on a complex ERP system is an asset.
•  CPA, MHA or MBA designation is required

ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:

•  Proficient in technology and modern business systems;
•  Demonstrated sound financial analytical and problem-solving skills;
•  Strong written and verbal communication skills;
•  Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment;
•  Ability to work with a sense of urgency and meet critical deadlines in a fast-moving, project- focused environment;
•  Highly organized with demonstrated initiative and ability to adjust priorities;
•  Strong computer processing skills, including Excel and Visio, are required;
•  Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail;
•  Criminal Record Check

 

CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.

Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@cheo.on.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

 

 

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