Business Finance Analyst

WHO ARE WE?
Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. And, that’s something we’re truly proud of. Work That Matters, People Who Care.

WHAT'S THE JOB?
The Business Finance Analyst will report directly to the Regional Operations Director and be supported by the Finance Team.  This position functions as a critical business partner with Dexterra operations to effectively manage and control the business. The Business Finance Analyst produces and analyzes financial information critical to business interests, creates and presents reports to management regarding accounting data to enable knowledge-based decision making and forecasts.

The Business Finance Analyst performs some or all of the following duties:

• Prepares monthly financial statement by contract with comparison against forecast or budget.
• Performing analysis on the monthly financial statements by contract for accuracy and completeness, with full commentary on variances to forecast/budget.
• Work closely with Business Finance team and Operations in generating analysis and insight into the relationships between key performance indicators, revenues, cost drivers and understanding the financial results of individual contracts.
• Prepares annual budgets and quarterly financial forecasts per contract and variance analysis.
• Prepares month end Financial Reporting Package for Joint Ventures.
• Assists with some balance sheet GL account monthly reconciliations.
• Prepares break-even analysis by contract.
• Prepares monthly and quarterly reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Review AP and AR Documents for accuracy and proper coding.
• Supporting month-end activities, revenue, expense accruals, and costs allocations.
• Supporting audit requests.
• Compile and review appropriate back-up for journal entries.
• Compile and review appropriate back-up for customer’s billings.
• Compile and review appropriate back-up for monthly rental payments.
• Assists Business Finance Team with reporting, and special projects as necessary.
• Provide support to internal departments as required (e.g. Accounts Payable, Billing, Credit & Collection, Contract Admin)
• Other ad-hoc requests as required

Processes and Procedures

• Ensure compliance with and suggest appropriate changes to internal controls documentation.
• Develop and refine month-end processes to streamline procedures and create efficiencies.  Identify areas in need of improvement through root cause analysis and recommend/implement corrective actions.
• Work closely with business finance and operational groups to ensure monthly transactions are captured in a timely and efficient manner.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Qualifications:

• Will typically possess a relevant educational background in Finance, Accounting or Business.
• Will possess a CPA (CA, CGA, CMA) designation or working towards completion.
• Must have at least 3 to 5 years’ experience in financial accounting role.

Competencies:

• Well-developed analytical skills and the ability to see the relationships between operations and financial results.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage a fluctuating workload, changing priorities and firm deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to make decisions.
• A results-oriented team player with the ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships within all levels of the organization.   
• A self-motivated attitude and ability to work independently.
• Ability to problem solve and reconcile.
• Good IT and systems skills including the use of ERP systems and financial models.  Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are preferred.
• NetSuite or OneStream experience will be an asset.

Working Conditions

• Office environment and telecommuting with a flexible work schedule, potentially requiring additional working hours as needed, to ensure business needs are continually met. 
• Trained, as necessary, in required safety protocols.
• Ability to travel as necessary to meet business needs – between to 25-40% should be expected.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Be part of an industry that's more important than ever!
• Employee Referral Program!
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.

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