Senior Financial Analyst Jobs in Waterloo, ON

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Sr. Financial Analyst

Guelph, ON
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 97500 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a highly analytical and business-minded Senior Financial Analyst to join their finance team. Reporting into finance leadership, this role will serve as a key business partner responsible for financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, performance reporting, financial modelling, and strategic decision support. Working closely with operational and commercial leaders, the successful candidate will provide meaningful insights that drive profitability, support business growth, and enhance decision-making across the organization. Key Responsibilities: Financial Analysis & Reporting• Prepare and deliver monthly financial reporting, analysis, and commentary on business performance, including revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, and profitability.• Analyze financial and operational results, identify key trends and business drivers, and provide actionable recommendations to improve performance.• Develop financial models, business cases, and profitability analyses to support strategic initiatives and investment decisions.• Conduct customer, product, and business-unit profitability analysis to identify growth opportunities and areas for improvement.• Perform cost and variance analysis, including the evaluation of standard costs and key operational metrics.• Support senior leadership with ad hoc reporting, financial modelling, and business analysis. Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning• Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting activities.• Partner with department leaders to develop, maintain, and refine financial plans and performance targets.• Analyze forecast-to-actual variances and communicate risks, opportunities, and recommendations.• Support long-range planning initiatives and provide insight into future business performance.• Present forecasts, financial results, and key findings to leadership teams. Business Partnership & Continuous Improvement• Act as a trusted finance partner to operational and commercial leaders across the organization.• Provide financial analysis and decision support to improve profitability, efficiency, and overall business performance.• Participate in cross-functional initiatives focused on process improvements, reporting enhancements, and business transformation projects.• Identify opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy, reporting effectiveness, and financial processes.• Assist with the implementation and optimization of financial systems, reporting tools, and business intelligence solutions.• Collaborate closely with Accounting and other corporate functions to ensure alignment of financial objectives and reporting requirements.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Cambridge, ON
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 90000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support financial planning, reporting, and analysis for a growing organization in Cambridge, Ontario. In this role, you will turn financial and operational data into clear insights that support sound business decisions. The successful candidate will work across accounting and finance functions, contribute to budgeting activities, and produce accurate reports for stakeholders. This Financial Analyst role is an on-site position. Responsibilities:• Analyze financial results, trends, and key performance indicators to provide meaningful business insights and support decision-making.• Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports using reporting tools and other accounting software platforms.• Support the budgeting and forecasting cycle by gathering data, reviewing assumptions, and helping maintain reliable financial models.• Perform data mining and detailed analysis to identify variances, patterns, and opportunities for improved financial performance.• Collaborate with finance, accounting, and operational teams to ensure data accuracy and consistent reporting across systems.• Assist with accounting-related activities by reviewing financial information, reconciling records, and supporting month-end processes.• Use CRM and financial systems to compile information, track relevant metrics, and improve reporting efficiency.• Contribute to special projects and system-related reporting needs, including ad hoc analysis requested by leadership.
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Senior Staff Accountant

London, ON
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 120000 CAD / Yearly
We are assisting our client, a boutique full‑service public accounting firm based in London, Ontario, with hiring an experienced Intermediate Staff Accountant, Senior Staff Accountant or Manager to join their team. This position is suited to a designated accountant who brings strong assurance and tax expertise, along with the ability to manage files efficiently and deliver high-quality client service. The successful candidate will contribute sound judgment, clear communication, and a collaborative approach while supporting complex accounting engagements. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead and support assurance engagements for a range of clients, ensuring work is completed accurately and in accordance with industry standards.</li><li>Build and maintain strong client relationships, regularly assessing satisfaction and identifying opportunities to add value.</li><li>Maintain proactive communication with clients throughout the year, acting as a key point of contact.</li><li>Lead and execute fieldwork, providing regular engagement updates to leadership while managing and developing junior staff.</li><li>Adapt audit and accounting approaches to evolving client needs and business environments.</li><li>Apply a strong understanding of complex accounting and auditing standards to deliver practical, client-focused solutions.</li><li>Leverage technology to enhance efficiency, support knowledge sharing, and continuously improve service delivery.</li><li>Commit to ongoing professional development to deepen technical expertise and stay current with industry standards.</li><li>Prepare and review notice to reader, review engagement files, financial statements, and both personal and corporate tax returns.</li></ul>
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

South Huron/ Middlesex County (exeter, Lucan, Dashwood), ON
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 95000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a finance team in the south Huron County, Ontario area (Exeter, Lucan, Dashwood) and contribute to accurate reporting, strong financial oversight, and reliable month-end processes. This position will support core accounting operations across multiple entities, help guide budgeting and forecasting activities, and provide analysis related to project costing and revenue recognition. The role also offers exposure to year-end reporting, audit preparation, tax support, and compliance-focused finance initiatives. This is an in office role for the first 6 months, transitioning to hybrid once the training period is completed. Responsibilities:• Prepare journal entries, payroll-related accounting entries, and reconciliations to support accurate general ledger activity and timely month-end close.• Produce financial reports and review accounting output from accounts payable and accounts receivable to help maintain accuracy across daily transactions.• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting cycles by assembling financial data, analyzing results, and identifying variances.• Track project costing and progress billings, including monitoring inventory, invoicing status, customer billings, and revenue recognition over varying project timelines.• Manage required government remittances and statutory filings in accordance with applicable reporting obligations.• Develop audit support schedules and assist with year-end working papers, including documentation needed for corporate tax preparation and T4 validation.• Support accounting activities for two entities and assist with consolidation work required for year-end financial reporting.• Participate in special finance projects, including compliance-related reviews such as equipment lease validation, while following internal control standards.• Maintain organized financial records and ensure accounting practices align with company policies and reporting requirements.
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Temporary
35 - 37 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant with hands-on experience working in a shared services environment to join a pharmaceutical organization in Mississauga, Ontario on a contract basis. In this role, you will take ownership of key accounting activities, support accurate and timely financial reporting, and contribute to a disciplined month-end close process. You will serve as a key liaison between corporate finance, shared services, and local business teams, coordinating the resolution of accounting issues, strengthening collaboration, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiency. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Serve as a key liaison between corporate finance, shared services, and local business teams to address accounting inquiries, resolve issues, and ensure alignment on deliverables and reporting expectations.</li><li>Investigate accounting discrepancies and processing issues, identify root causes, and coordinate corrective actions with the appropriate teams through to resolution.</li><li>Lead core month-end accounting activities, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting packages for corporate finance.</li><li>Manage the full close cycle for assigned entities, coordinating shared services inputs and ensuring deadlines are met and financial information is complete, accurate, and compliant with reporting requirements.</li><li>Review work and financial information provided by shared services, address gaps or errors, and follow up on outstanding items to support a timely and accurate close.</li><li>Assess intercompany billings to confirm correct coding, reasonableness, and allocation across business units and profit centres, working with corporate and shared services teams to resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Collaborate with FP&A to analyze differences between actual results and budget or forecast and provide meaningful explanations for cost centre variances.</li><li>Perform detailed account and cost analysis to support decision-making, highlight trends, and improve financial visibility.</li><li>Identify inefficiencies in accounting workflows, handoffs, and communication between teams, and help implement practical improvements that reduce errors, rework, and delays.</li><li>Maintain adherence to accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies while strengthening process documentation and clarifying responsibilities across teams.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by coordinating documentation, responding to inquiries, and assisting with tax-related financial requests.</li><li>Apply sound judgment to prioritize deliverables, take ownership of issue resolution, and escalate matters appropriately.</li></ul>
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Finance Manager

Kitchener- Waterloo, ON
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 120000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Finance Manager to support financial planning, reporting, and operational decision-making for our team in Kitchener- Waterloo, Ontario. This role combines hands-on analysis with oversight of core accounting activities, helping the business understand performance, manage budgets, and improve financial processes. The successful Finance Manager candidate will bring strong analytical judgment, experience working with financial systems and reporting tools, and the ability to translate complex data into practical business insights. Responsibilities:• Prepare and review financial analyses that support budgeting, forecasting, and day-to-day business decisions.• Lead recurring reporting activities by producing accurate financial results, variance explanations, and performance summaries for stakeholders.• Oversee month-end close tasks and coordinate accounting-related activities to ensure timely and reliable financial information.• Develop ad hoc reports and detailed data reviews to identify trends, risks, and opportunities across operations.• Use reporting platforms and analytical tools, including systems such as Power BI, to improve visibility into financial performance.• Partner with cross-functional teams to strengthen budget processes, enhance reporting quality, and support effective capacity planning.• Recommend and implement process improvements that increase efficiency, strengthen controls, and support continuous improvement objectives.• Contribute to specialized financial projects, including data analysis initiatives and system-related reporting changes, as required.
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

Sr. Manager, Risk & Audit

Guelph, ON
onsite
Permanent
115000 - 130000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a Manager, Governance, Risk and Audit to lead and enhance its governance, enterprise risk management, compliance, and internal audit programs.Reporting to the CFO and working closely with executive leadership and the Audit Committee, this role will establish and oversee frameworks that strengthen accountability, internal controls, risk management, and organizational effectiveness. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced governance, audit, risk, or compliance professional who enjoys building programs, driving improvement, and partnering with senior leaders.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESGovernance, Risk and Internal Audit<ul><li>Develop and execute a risk-based governance and internal audit plan aligned with organizational priorities.</li><li>Design and maintain governance, enterprise risk management, and internal audit frameworks.</li><li>Lead reviews across operational, financial, compliance, technology, cybersecurity, procurement, and corporate functions.</li><li>Assess internal controls, policies, governance practices, and risk mitigation strategies, identifying opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Provide practical recommendations that strengthen controls, compliance, and operational effectiveness.</li><li>Assess emerging risks, support enterprise risk management initiatives, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and policies.</li><li>Provide independent assurance and advisory support to executive leadership and governance committees.</li></ul>Executive and Board Reporting<ul><li>Prepare and present audit plans, risk assessments, governance reports, and status updates to senior leadership and Board committees.</li><li>Communicate significant risks, control weaknesses, governance concerns, and compliance matters.</li><li>Develop executive briefing materials and strategic recommendations.</li><li>Support ongoing enhancement of governance and oversight practices.</li></ul>External Audit and Regulatory Readiness<ul><li>Serve as the primary contact for external audits, reviews, examinations, and regulatory engagements.</li><li>Lead audit readiness activities and ensure documentation, policies, controls, and records are maintained.</li><li>Coordinate information requests, management responses, interviews, documentation reviews, and remediation activities.</li><li>Prepare reporting on audit progress, findings, risks, and corrective actions.</li></ul>Advisory and Special Projects<ul><li>Provide advisory support for strategic initiatives, business transformations, and process improvement projects.</li><li>Support governance modernization, policy development, and control enhancement initiatives.</li></ul>Leadership Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop team members.</li><li>Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Manage departmental priorities, resources, and work plans.</li><li>Promote enterprise-wide awareness of governance, risk management, compliance, and internal controls.</li></ul>
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

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