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Vaco by Highspring

Senior Financial Analyst, Projects (6-Month Contract)

Hybrid

East york, Canada

Senior

Freelance

28-12-2025

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Skills

Communication Microsoft Excel Workday SAP Problem-solving Decision-making Research Trend Analysis Project Management

Job Specifications

Our client is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst, Projects for a 6-month contract. The role will require working in office in East York - the first 3 months is 4-days in office, and then will transition to 2-days in office.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Experience validating data and reports

• Experience performing reconciliations

• Experience working with a large ERP

• Advanced Excel skills

Responsibilities:

• Participate in financial projects as required including system testing and data validation to ensure accuracy and functionality.

• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making and business initiatives to facilitate smooth transition to new systems and processes.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to capture detailed business and functional requirements for system and reporting purposes.

• Prepare and conduct thorough financial analysis (i.e. variance analysis, trend analysis, and financial performance metrics) to identify key insights and drivers impacting the company's financial results.

• Provide ad-hoc research and analysis to drive informed decision-making for senior management.

• Support the monthly and year-end financial reporting process.

• Complete other ad-hoc job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• CPA designation or MBA is an Asset

• 5 plus years of progressive experience in financial analysis and system reporting

• Proficiency in sophisticated ERP system such as Workday, SAP, Oracle is an asset.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word is required

• Ability to balance multiple assignments, both immediate and strategic, at the same time. Strong project management skills and understanding of business processes

• Excellent analytical and strategic thinker with good written and oral communication skills

• A quick learner with strong problem-solving skills

• Proven ability to embrace change and adapt to new technology

• Ability to provide an innovative perspective to current practices

• Previous experience Financial Services or Insurance industry experience is an asset

About the Company

Vaco is the Talent Solutions division of Highspring, a leading global professional services organization. With expertise in Accounting and Finance, Technology and Digital, and Human Resources and Operations, Vaco provides Contract Staffing and Direct Hire solutions. Vaco's parent company, Highspring, helps clients with two additional integrated service offerings: Consulting and Managed Services. With more than 10,000 employees across more than 45 offices worldwide, Highspring gives partners the agility to thrive, address cha... Know more