Financial Analyst - Intermediate / Senior - Edmonton, AB - SD

Hiring: Financial Analyst - Intermediate / Senior Location: Edmonton, AB Duration: 6-12 Months Pay Rate: CAD $45-$60/hr Work Arrangement: Remote within Alberta, with occasional onsite meetings Job Summary: Seeking a Financial Analyst to support financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, reconciliations, contract management, and audit activities within a public-sector environment. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare financial forecasts, budget reports, accruals, and journal entries. • Review vendor invoices, manage purchase orders, and support contract administration. • Perform financial analysis, reconciliations, cost modeling, and variance reporting. • Support audits, maintain financial documentation, and ensure compliance with accounting policies. • Identify financial risks, resolve discrepancies, and recommend process improvements. Required Qualifications: • Post-secondary education in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. • 3+ years of experience in financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, and invoice processing. • Advanced Excel skills, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP. • Experience with accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls. • Experience with ERP systems such as SAP; knowledge of SAP Ariba and 1GX is an asset. • Senior-level candidates should have strong experience in reconciliations, audit support, financial controls, and complex accounting activities. CPA designation is an asset.