Financial Analyst
at N. Harris Computer Corporation - CAD

Job Description

This is your opportunity to join a fast-paced organization with a large, stable, and continuously growing presence in the vertical market software industry!

Harris is currently looking to hire a Financial Analyst. The ideal candidate for this role is working towards their professional accounting designation; has progressive accounting experience; a strong analytical mindset; attention to detail and a passion for continuous learning and improvement.

As Financial Analyst, you will be a part of Harris' finance team and will be looked upon to provide financial support and analysis that will have a direct impact on a Business Unit's success. Reporting to the Controller, you will perform month, quarter, and year-end closing tasks, in addition to various ad hoc projects. While team size varies by business unit, you will have regular interactions with fellow Analysts, other members of the finance team and the business units senior leadership team.

WHAT WILL BE YOUR NEW ROLE

• Technical accounting analyses under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). A non-exhaustive list of tasks includes:
  • Completing the month-end and quarter-end close processes – analyzing results; preparing journal entries and detailed balance sheet reconciliations; and various reporting deliverables for the senior leadership team(s)
  •  Tracking & analyzing deferred revenue streams

• Building and nurturing relationships and providing excellent customer service to the business unit(s)
• Assisting the business unit(s) with maintaining an accurate forecast
• Prepare audit requests and respond to queries during quarterly reviews and the interim and year-end audit
• Leading and/or assisting with special ad hoc projects that impact various stakeholders within the organization

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in accounting or finance
• 3+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis and/or accounting
• Strong written, oral and computer skills (preferably Word and Excel)
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Attention to detail

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT

• Familiarity with IFRS reporting framework and project accounting and/or software revenue recognition
• Positive attitude and a passion for continuous learning
• Dynamic personality with the ability to manage the expectations of multiple stakeholders
• CPA member/student (or member/student of a similar professional accounting body)

WHAT WE OFFER

• Three weeks' vacation and five personal days
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage from your first day of employment
• Financial and professional development support for CPA candidates and members
• Employee stock ownership and RRSP matching programs
• Lifestyle rewards
• Performance driven organization with many opportunities for advancement