Financial Analyst - Vancouver, Canada - Gowling WLG

Gowling WLG

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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ABOUT GOWLING WLG
At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people.

As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.

Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered.

We are guided by our firm's Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are an integral part of our firm's core values.

We are always striving to build a more equitable, engaging and rewarding workplace by attracting and retaining talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences.

Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals.

Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks, paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business services team members work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.

PROFILE
We are currently recruiting for a Financial Analyst, Reporting and Analysis to join our Finance team.

The Financial Analyst will help with the monthly accounting close process, the reporting of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, and all historical internal and external reporting requirements.

This position can be based in any of our offices.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare monthly Client reporting, office reporting, department reporting and management reporting packages as well as address all ad hoc requests in a timely manner
Assist with the preparation of reports required by management including the Board of Trustees
Assist with various other reports and summaries as required by management, departments and Clients
Assist with monthly accounting close process ensuring timeliness, accuracy, completeness
Balance Sheet and Income Statement account analysis and reporting
Assist with preparation of insurance renewal documentations
Assist with various finance projects
Undertake business process efficiency reviews, takes ownership of tasks and system automation opportunities
Ensure compliance with ASPE, the partnership's accounting policies and provincial law society rules and requirements
Assist with all internal and external historical reporting including the law firm's financial statements and notes, other legal entity statements and the firm's consolidated financial statements, bank reporting and other monthly reports required by management ie BOT reporting and other reports required by management, departments and Clients
Working as part of a team, provide guidance and leadership to the Reporting and Analysis team
Liaise with auditors and consultants regarding tax accounting and audit requirements;

QUALIFICATIONS

University degree; professional accounting designation such as CPA (or working toward one)
Previous experience in a financial reporting role is an asset
Experience working with SQL databases, Power BI and Power Query Experience is an asset
Demonstrates a solutionsoriented approach, challenges status quo, and strives to improve processes
Ability to manage multiple and competing tasks/priorities
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to promote a collaborative work/team environment by presenting a professional and responsive attitude towards others and by demonstrating prompt and conscientious work habits
Proficient in MS Office: Word, Excel (Advanced Level), PowerPoint and Outlook

Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.

Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.