The Role
Manages month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, reserves, audit support, tenant payment ledgers, budgeting, forecasting, and procurement process improvements. Prepares reports and presentations for leadership and board members, ensures accounting and regulatory compliance, analyzes financial data, and mentors junior staff. The role requires accounting expertise, financial analysis skills, Excel proficiency, and experience with accounting and financial analysis software.
Summary Generated by Built In
Competition # 2026-362-CSSenior Financial Analyst (2026-362-CS)Employment Type:Full-time, Non-Bargaining Unit Work Hours:35 hours/week (Monday-Friday 9am-5pm)Work Setting:Hybrid – 100 Broadview Ave., Toronto, ON
Opportunity to work remotely after orientation and training periodSalary:$75,000 – $80,000Application Deadline:October 12, 2026 by 11:59 pm
Program Overview – Financial Planning & Analysis, Central Services
Reporting to the Senior Manager, FP&A, the Senior Financial Analyst plays a critical role in partnering with program areas to drive innovative financial modelling, operational efficiencies, insightful data analytics, and key management and financial and regulatory reporting. This role ensures the accuracy, compliance, and transparency of financial information, supporting decision-making and operational effectiveness across Woodgreen.
The Senior Financial Analyst operates within Woodgreen's Central Services, Finance department, contributing to financial planning, reporting, procurement, and analysis that advance organizational goals. The role requires a combination of technical accounting expertise, analytical ability and strong communication skills to provide financial insights and recommendations. The incumbent balances routine financial reporting responsibilities with strategic initiatives such as process improvements, budgeting, forecasting, and procurement management, while also mentoring junior staff and fostering collaboration across departments.
What You Will Do
Opportunity to work remotely after orientation and training periodSalary:$75,000 – $80,000Application Deadline:October 12, 2026 by 11:59 pm
Program Overview – Financial Planning & Analysis, Central Services
Reporting to the Senior Manager, FP&A, the Senior Financial Analyst plays a critical role in partnering with program areas to drive innovative financial modelling, operational efficiencies, insightful data analytics, and key management and financial and regulatory reporting. This role ensures the accuracy, compliance, and transparency of financial information, supporting decision-making and operational effectiveness across Woodgreen.
The Senior Financial Analyst operates within Woodgreen's Central Services, Finance department, contributing to financial planning, reporting, procurement, and analysis that advance organizational goals. The role requires a combination of technical accounting expertise, analytical ability and strong communication skills to provide financial insights and recommendations. The incumbent balances routine financial reporting responsibilities with strategic initiatives such as process improvements, budgeting, forecasting, and procurement management, while also mentoring junior staff and fostering collaboration across departments.
What You Will Do
- Manage the month-end close, including the recording of journal entries and related tasks.
- Responsible for financial reporting activities, including the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Prepare detailed balance sheet and bank reconciliations, maintaining financial accuracy and transparency.
- Develop and maintain schedules for reserves and provisions, ensuring alignment with accounting policies and regulatory guidelines.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies in financial reporting.
- Assist in the interim and annual audit by developing schedules, pulling samples, and answering control questions.
- Manage tenant payments and ledgers with housing software program.
- Prepare financial reports and presentations for leadership and board members, conveying key insights and recommendations.
- Drive process improvements in financial reporting and procurement practices, enhancing accuracy and efficiency.
- Assist in the annual budgeting and forecasting process by providing financial insights and data.
- Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering collaboration and results-driven work environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field; CPA designation preferred, or actively pursuing CPA qualification.
- 2+ years of experience in financial reporting, internal audit, external audit, and/or professional services.
- Intermediate experience in MS Excel (financial and data functions).
- Understanding of accounting principles, financial standards, and regulatory compliance.
- Proficiency in financial analysis tools and accounting software.
- Hands-on experience with financial analysis tools and accounting software, and a willingness to learn new technologies to improve efficiency.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with internal stakeholders and vendors.
- Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strategic Thinker with the capability to analyze financial data and provide actionable insights.
- Demonstrate commitment to WoodGreen’s mission and values, contributing to a culture of equity, inclusion, and community impact.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in financial reporting, internal audit, external audit, and/or professional services
- Intermediate experience in Microsoft Excel, including financial and data functions
- Understanding of accounting principles, financial standards, and regulatory compliance
- Proficiency in financial analysis tools and accounting software
- Hands-on experience with financial analysis tools and accounting software
- CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA qualification
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The Company
What We Do
WoodGreen Community Services is one of the largest social service agencies in Toronto, dedicated to enhancing self-sufficiency, promoting well-being, and reducing poverty through innovative solutions to critical needs. Serving over 40,000 residents annually, the organization provides a comprehensive range of integrated community services, including affordable housing, employment support, financial counselling, child care, and mental health services to help vulnerable individuals and families thrive.
