In this role, you will be responsible for leading financial reporting, tax financial statement preparation, statutory audit support, regulatory filing support, and overseeing month-end, quarter-end ...
In this role, you will be responsible for leading financial reporting, tax financial statement preparation, statutory audit support, regulatory filing support, and overseeing month-end, quarter-end ...
The role will also be responsible for financial statement disclosures on derivative financial instruments, including compliance and reporting for IIROC debt transactions. The role will also provide ...
The role will also be responsible for financial statement disclosures on derivative financial instruments, including compliance and reporting for IIROC debt transactions. The role will also provide ...
Support quarterly and annual financial statement preparation, including note disclosures and supporting schedules * Prepare working papers and documentation for internal, external audits and 1B teams ...
Support quarterly and annual financial statement preparation, including note disclosures and supporting schedules * Prepare working papers and documentation for internal, external audits and 1B teams ...
Examples of previous Sapling work in this regard include a manufacturing plant scheduling tool, a plant nursery harvest model, biological asset valuation models, financial statement consolidations ...
Examples of previous Sapling work in this regard include a manufacturing plant scheduling tool, a plant nursery harvest model, biological asset valuation models, financial statement consolidations ...
Examples of previous Sapling work in this regard include a manufacturing plant scheduling tool, a plant nursery harvest model, financial statement consolidations, personal finance overviews, life ...
Examples of previous Sapling work in this regard include a manufacturing plant scheduling tool, a plant nursery harvest model, financial statement consolidations, personal finance overviews, life ...
Financial Controller
Markham, ON · On-site
Review balance sheet accounts, income statement accounts and supporting schedules. * Prepare accruals, prepaid expenses, adjustments and other month-end journal entries. * Analyze financial results ...
Financial Controller
Markham, ON · On-site
Review balance sheet accounts, income statement accounts and supporting schedules. * Prepare accruals, prepaid expenses, adjustments and other month-end journal entries. * Analyze financial results ...
Financial Analyst - Fully Remote | Upto $160/hr
Toronto, ON · Remote
CA$160/hr
Deep fluency in US GAAP application, month-end close, account reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and audit-ready workpapers. * Exceptionally strong written communication skills.
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Financial Analyst - Fully Remote | Upto $160/hr
Toronto, ON · Remote
CA$160/hr
Deep fluency in US GAAP application, month-end close, account reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and audit-ready workpapers. * Exceptionally strong written communication skills.
Senior Financial Analyst, Finance Controllership
Toronto, ON · Hybrid
CA$58K - CA$96K/yr
Financial Statements & Tax Support * Assist with the preparation of financial statements, including the balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement, and note disclosures. * Prepare and ...
Senior Financial Analyst, Finance Controllership
Toronto, ON · Hybrid
CA$58K - CA$96K/yr
Financial Statements & Tax Support * Assist with the preparation of financial statements, including the balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement, and note disclosures. * Prepare and ...
Lead financial statement preparation and coordinate annual external audits for US and Canadian subsidiaries * Collaborate with senior management, external auditors, and cross-functional teams to ...
Lead financial statement preparation and coordinate annual external audits for US and Canadian subsidiaries * Collaborate with senior management, external auditors, and cross-functional teams to ...
Financial Accountant II
Mississauga, ON · Hybrid
CA$86K/yr
Prepares monthly and quarterly review packages for Senior Leaders by compiling the Income Statement ... Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics). * CPA designation is considered an asset ...
Financial Accountant II
Mississauga, ON · Hybrid
CA$86K/yr
Prepares monthly and quarterly review packages for Senior Leaders by compiling the Income Statement ... Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics). * CPA designation is considered an asset ...
Financial Accountant II
Mississauga, ON · Hybrid
CA$86K/yr
Prepares monthly and quarterly review packages for Senior Leaders by compiling the Income Statement ... Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics). * CPA designation is considered an asset ...
Financial Accountant II
Mississauga, ON · Hybrid
CA$86K/yr
Prepares monthly and quarterly review packages for Senior Leaders by compiling the Income Statement ... Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics). * CPA designation is considered an asset ...
Review monthly Financial Statement packages for assigned portfolio of properties following the standards established by FirstService Residential. * Review and analyze report review checklist to ...
Review monthly Financial Statement packages for assigned portfolio of properties following the standards established by FirstService Residential. * Review and analyze report review checklist to ...
Prepare quarterly IFRS financial statement analysis and commentary, including preparation of materials for the quarterly Board of Directors meetings. * Oversee the corporate tax function including ...
Prepare quarterly IFRS financial statement analysis and commentary, including preparation of materials for the quarterly Board of Directors meetings. * Oversee the corporate tax function including ...
Preparation of key financial statement note disclosures and other internal and external reporting and ensuring compliance with accounting and regulatory standards. * Reviewing financial statement ...
Preparation of key financial statement note disclosures and other internal and external reporting and ensuring compliance with accounting and regulatory standards. * Reviewing financial statement ...
Financial Accountant
Brampton, ON · On-site
Experience with financial close processes and financial statement preparation, good understanding of full-cycle accounting; knowledge in IFRS is an asset. * The ability to analyze and summarize ...
Financial Accountant
Brampton, ON · On-site
Experience with financial close processes and financial statement preparation, good understanding of full-cycle accounting; knowledge in IFRS is an asset. * The ability to analyze and summarize ...
Lead the quarterly and annual preparation of reinsurance related financial statement and regulatory reporting areas and assist in review of relevant balance sheet and income statement account ...
Lead the quarterly and annual preparation of reinsurance related financial statement and regulatory reporting areas and assist in review of relevant balance sheet and income statement account ...
Experience with financial close processes and financial statement preparation, good understanding of full-cycle accounting; knowledge in IFRS is an asset. * The ability to analyze and summarize ...
Experience with financial close processes and financial statement preparation, good understanding of full-cycle accounting; knowledge in IFRS is an asset. * The ability to analyze and summarize ...
Prepare quarterly IFRS financial statement analysis and commentary, including preparation of materials for the quarterly Board of Directors meetings. * Oversee the corporate tax function including ...
Prepare quarterly IFRS financial statement analysis and commentary, including preparation of materials for the quarterly Board of Directors meetings. * Oversee the corporate tax function including ...
Senior Financial Analyst
Brampton, ON · On-site +1
Prepare year-end working paper and financial statement to report to the ministry * Provides coaching and review of the Financial Analyst's work related to accounting activities (accruals, account ...
Senior Financial Analyst
Brampton, ON · On-site +1
Prepare year-end working paper and financial statement to report to the ministry * Provides coaching and review of the Financial Analyst's work related to accounting activities (accruals, account ...
Senior Financial Analyst
Brampton, ON · Hybrid
CA$94K - CA$118K/yr
Prepare year-end working paper and financial statement to report to the ministry * Provides coaching and review of the Financial Analyst's work related to accounting activities (accruals, account ...
Senior Financial Analyst
Brampton, ON · Hybrid
CA$94K - CA$118K/yr
Prepare year-end working paper and financial statement to report to the ministry * Provides coaching and review of the Financial Analyst's work related to accounting activities (accruals, account ...
Financial Statement information
What are financial statements?
What are the main challenges faced by professionals preparing financial statements, and how can they be addressed?
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a financial statement analyst, and why are they important?
What is the difference between Financial Statement vs Accountant?
| Aspect | Financial Statement | Accountant |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Role | Financial reports and data presentation | Preparing, analyzing, and maintaining financial records |
| Credentials | Typically no specific credentials required | Often CPA or accounting degree |
| Work Environment | Finance or accounting departments, corporate offices | Accounting firms, corporate finance teams |
| Industry Usage | Used by businesses for reporting | Performed by professionals in finance and accounting |
Financial statements are documents that summarize a company's financial performance and position, such as balance sheets and income statements. Accountants prepare and analyze these statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance. While financial statements are the end product, accountants are the professionals who create and interpret them, making their roles interconnected but distinct.

Senior Analyst, Finance and Accounting
Toronto, ON
Full-time
Retirement
Re-posted 5 days ago
Job description
Choose a workplace that empowers your impact.
Join a global workplace where employees thrive. One that embraces diversity of thought, expertise and passion. A place where you can personalize your employee journey to be - and deliver - your best.
We are a leading global real estate investor, developer and manager. We combine our capital with our capabilities to create real estate that strengthenseconomies and communities. By prioritizing people, partnerships and places, we generate meaningful returnsfor OMERS members, enhance value for our capital partners and create a brighter world for our customers.
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- Leading and reviewing financial reporting deliverables across assigned entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, compliance with accounting standards, and alignment with internal reporting requirements.
- Supporting and reviewing full-cycle accounting activities across assigned legal entities, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, variance analysis, trial balance activity, financial statement preparation, audit support, and related reporting deliverables.
- Overseeing and coordinating end-to-end month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including review of key journal entries, reporting packages, supporting schedules, close controls, issue escalation, and confirmation that required documentation is completed.
- Leading the preparation of annual tax financial statements and supporting schedules for Canadian and U.S. entities, and support pension, UK, and Australian statutory audit and financial statement deliverables, coordinating with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and tax advisors throughout the reporting process.
- Preparing and coordinating regulatory reporting and filing support, including pension plan filings, RECA, RECBC, FSRA and ASIC statutory filing support, FCA regulatory reporting requirements, and other applicable jurisdictional compliance deliverables.
- Reviewing general ledger activity, balance sheet, journal entries, and bank reconciliation items, and accounting variances to identify issues, coordinate follow-up, and support timely resolution across multiple regions.
- Coordinating operational accounting follow-up across assigned regions, including intercompany reconciliations, cross-border chargebacks, invoice coding guidance, payment follow-up, cash and working capital matters, funding-related inquiries, and other close-driven accounting items, working with Financial Analysts and relevant stakeholders to resolve open items.
- Managing ad hoc requests and operational initiatives across assigned regions, including assessing requirements, prioritizing competing deliverables, assigning or delegating work to Financial Analysts where appropriate, monitoring progress, supporting issue resolution, and escalating matters requiring management review.
- Preparing and reviewing Asset Management Fee calculations, estimates, supporting analyses, and related revenue and corporate recharge billing activities.
- Assisting in maintaining effective financial controls, accounting policies, and reporting procedures to support compliance and operational excellence.
- Identifying opportunities to improve financial reporting processes, strengthen internal controls, and support automation and continuous improvement initiatives within the Finance function.
- Collaborating with Finance, Tax, Treasury, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Human Resources, external auditors, tax advisors, and regional stakeholders to coordinate deliverables, resolve open items, and support timely completion of reporting, audit, regulatory, and operational accounting requirements across applicable jurisdictions.
- Providing technical guidance, reviewing support, coaching, and mentorship to Financial Analysts, helping to develop accounting judgment, strengthen review quality, and foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
- CPA designation is required.
- University degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline
- Progressive accounting or financial reporting experience, preferably within a large corporate or multinational organization.
- Strong financial reporting & technical accounting expertise: The role is heavily focused on financial reporting, IFRS/accounting standards, statutory financial statements, audit support, regulatory filings, and legal entity reporting across multiple jurisdictions. Having a strong understanding of general ledger accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, financial reporting, and internal controls is a must.
- Full-cycle accounting, audits & close process knowledge: A key requirement is understanding the end-to-end accounting process, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, trial balance activity, reporting packages, close controls, and how these deliverables connect. We need someone who has experience coordinating internal and external audits and working with external advisors.
- Analytical review, issue identification, & problem-solving skills: The role requires someone who can review work, identify issues or variances, coordinate follow-up, resolve open items, and escalate matters appropriately. Strong analytical, organizational, critical thinking and attention to detail are key success factors here.
Stakeholder coordination, communication, & mentorship: The position involves working with internal teams, auditors, tax advisors, Treasury, AP, Payroll, HR, and regional stakeholders, while also providing guidance, review support, coaching, and mentorship to analysts and junior team members. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across multiple business functions is an asset.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with ERP systems such as JD Edwards, Yardi or similar financial systems.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize conflicting deadlines, manage multiple deliverables across reporting cycles, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, process optimization, and delivering high-quality financial reporting.
You may also be eligible to receive an annual Incentive Award pursuant to our Short-term Incentive plan and our Long-Term Incentive plan (if applicable), and to participate in our group benefits and retirement plans - details on these elements of compensation are included within OMERS & Oxford offer letters.
Oxford's purpose is to strengthen economies and communities through real estate.
Our people-first culture is at its best when our workforce reflects the communities where we live and work - and the customers we proudly serve.
From hire to retire, we are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process that extends all the way through your employee experience. This sense of belonging and connection is cultivated up, down and across our global organization thanks to our vast network of Employee Resource Groups with executive leader sponsorship, our Purpose@Work committee and employee recognition programs.
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are used to support certain stages of the OMERS recruitment process. While AI assists us in our process, human judgment and decision-making remain central to our candidate experience.