Edmonton, AB, Canada

Job Description
Posted Friday, August 7, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Are you looking for an inviting and exciting career opportunity? Do you have a passion for working collaboratively and making a difference? If the answer is “Yes”, this is the job for you!

Catholic Social Services is currently seeking a full-time 40 hours per week, Senior Financial Analyst in EDMONTON to join our Finance department. Providing excellent client-centered care, you are confident, thoughtful, and motivated to achieve success when supporting others in your community!

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Controller, t he Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for the finance function in one or more of our service areas. The role includes assisting Management with negotiating funding agreements; cost allocat ions among programs; preparing and monitoring of budgets; monitoring, testing , and strengthening of internal controls; prepar ing monthly financial statements; contractual financial reporting; liaising with internal and external auditors; analy zing current systems/processes and recommending improvements; and mentoring service area staff on financial matters .

Understands, supports, promotes, and adheres to the Agency’s vision, mission, values, and organizational ethics, and treat all persons with humility, compassion, and respect

Presents as a positive and professional role model and ambassador for the Agency in interactions with internal and external stakeholders.Maintains respectful personal boundaries

Communicates effectively and respectfully in a professional and confidential manner with all employees and external stakeholders; both verbally and in writing





Establishes andmaintainsrespectful, collaborative working relationships with employees and external stakeholders, as applicable

Prepares internal/external financial reporting on the status of contracts

Coordinates the preparation andmaintainingof disbursements and financial reporting for funding agreements

Interprets contract provisions and responds to inquiriesregardingcontractual obligations

Analyzes, problem solves, and recommends solutions to contract related issues

Assists/participatesin contract negotiations with government and other funders

Provides support in the development of Agency business proposals

Assistsin development of monthly forecasts, annual budgets, and strategic plans

Managesreceipt and initiation of stakeholder concerns by resolving/diffusing issuesin a timely manner

Developseffective strategies and processes to ensureappropriate allocationof funding to multiple programs

Participates in financial planning activities and annual audits

Liaiseswith multiple levels ofinternal/external stakeholders

Maintainsa wide variety of accounting information, files,and records in written and electronic formats for the purpose of providing an up-to-date reference and audit trail for compliance

Identifiesgaps in processes,



practices,and guidelines anddevelops/recommends improvements and best practices

Identifiesrisks and issues, suggesting alternatives that lead to the best solution

Contributes to implementation of policies, procedures, and internal controls; ensuring policies and procedures are documented and communicated appropriately

General

Ensuresappropriateand confidential handling and storage of client/Agency information and documentation in accordancetoAgency policies, procedures, and standards

Initiates ongoing process improvements within;assistswith the implementation of approved proposals, processes, procedures, and reports as assigned

Assistsin training and supporting new employees and colleagues with AP and AR procedures and processes

Reports incidents to manager or designatein a timely manner

Follows health and safety protocols while adhering to Agency policies and procedures

Maintains a pleasant and secure work environment, ensuringhigh levelsof cleanliness, comfort, and safety

Completes andsubmitsregular and ad hoc reports and documentation as per standard procedures on or before assigned due dates

Attends and activelyparticipatesin scheduled meetings. Supports team initiatives and helps toidentifyproblems and suggest solutions

Performs other related duties asrequired

What This Job Requires:

Minimum of aBachelor’s Degreein Accounting/Business Administrationor equivalentfrom a recognizededucational institution

Having a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is an asset

Additionalrelevant certifications or designationsconsidered an asset

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