Financial Analyst

Job Title: Financial Analyst

Vacancies: This posting is for (1) new role.

Location: Toronto, ON | Vancouver, BC  (Detailed office location information can be found by visiting this link: https://cancer.ca/en/contact-us)

Work Model: Hybrid Work Model

Salary Band: 5 ($56,000 - $65,000 CAD) 

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CANCER CARE IN CANADA 

The Canadian Cancer Society works tirelessly to save lives, improve lives and drive collective action against cancer. Together with patients, volunteers, donors and communities across the country, we raise funds to invest in transformative cancer research, we provide a caring support system for everyone affected by cancer and we advocate to governments to create a healthier future for all. It takes a society to take on cancer – and the Canadian Cancer Society is leading the way

MAKING AN IMPACT
 
 Reporting to the Senior Manager, Finance, the Financial Analyst serves as a business partner to all operation teams across Canada. The Financial Analyst is responsible for preparing various reports and providing support on reporting, budgeting, and forecasting for nationwide budget holders. This position develops and maintains processes between different teams across the organization. In addition, the analyst is a “core audit team” member to provide support during the audit process. This position liaises with a wide variety of internal parties, staff, and senior management.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

1. Provide supports for the preparation of monthly reports and annual budget variance analysis

• Prepare, review, and distribute standardized monthly financial reports.
• Tracks and determines financial status by performing monthly variance breakdowns for management.
• Prepares consolidated monthly/annual financials.

1. Budget holder liaison

• Supports the design and rollout of budget/reforecast templates.
• Provides training to budget holders for coding and reporting in Oracle PBCS
• Assist in the budget & reforecast process, and able to work in partnership with different teams and financial experts.
• Provides excellent customer service to budget-holders in response to reporting inquiries and provides accounting assistance where required.

1. Other accounting support as required

• Prepares ad-hoc and trend reports for management.
• Performs key accounting functions, including assisting with month-end and year-end closing.
• Special projects and other tasks assigned by the Senior Manager, Finance
• Contribute to our culture of diversity, inclusion, belonging and equity (DIBE) by ensuring that all staff feel represented, valued, and heard across all aspects of their identity, including gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, race, and sexuality
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary education in accounting, as well as specialized technical/professional training and/or certification, or equivalent
• Professional accounting designation, CPA (in progress) or equivalent experience, will be preferred
• 1 - 3 years of some practical or job-related experience
• Excellent customer service and communication skills (oral and written) required
• Proficient in Excel and accounting/reporting systems (complex systems e.g. NetSuite and PBCS preferred)
• Strong organizational skills, commitment to meeting deadlines, ability to prioritize, and attention to detail
• Hight customer service focus, communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills; able to identify issues, propose viable solutions, and implement appropriate changes
• Continually seeks process improvements and efficiencies; initiates new ideas to increase overall team effectiveness; devoted to self-development and sharing best practices
• Motivated, positive, solutions-focused with a ‘can do’ attitude, able to work independently and in a team
• English is required; French/Bilingualism (French /English) is an asset due to the organization’s nationwide operations.
• Others may apply

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:

CCS provides impactful opportunities to transform the lives of Canadians affected by cancer. We are devoted to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diverse experiences and skills, encouraging all qualified candidates to join us. Our inspiring culture is rooted in our core values and commitment to meaningful change: 

COURAGEOUS UNITED CARING RIGOROUS

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, including paid parental leave, family sick time, and health insurance—and a fulfilling work environment where your efforts make a meaningful impact daily. 

COME AS YOU ARE

At CCS, we celebrate individuality and the strength of diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace that empowers everyone. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those from equity-deserving groups such as BIPOC, 2SLGBTQI+ communities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and others who contribute to the richness of our organization. Together, we unite Canadians to shape the future of cancer care.

HOW TO APPLY: 

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and salary expectations by August 21, 2026.

We thank all candidates for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

OTHER INFORMATION:

CCS is dedicated to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. In accordance with the local provincial Accessibility Act, accommodation will be provided as requested throughout the recruitment process. We want to make the interview process a great experience for you!

Please note that in keeping with the mandate of CCS to model and promote healthy lifestyles, employees are not permitted to smoke in or about CCS premises or while carrying out CCS business.
 

Privacy Disclosure

We collect your personal information through forms, by phone or in person to evaluate your candidacy for the role(s) you have applied for, to contact you regarding your candidacy, and to generate recruitment-related reports. If selected for a position at CCS the information provided will be used for the purposes of pre-employment checks and added to your employee file. We may share your personal information with third parties, including recruitment consultants, within or outside your province or territory or outside Canada to carry out the purposes identified above, or as required by law.  We may contact you by mail, email, phone or text. You can exercise your right to access your information or have it corrected, unsubscribe from communications or withdraw your consent by selecting these options within the ADP system, or by contacting [email protected]. For more information about our privacy practices, visit cancer.ca/privacy.

AI Disclosure

We are committed to transparency and, the responsible use of technology in our hiring process. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to assist with certain administrative or screening tasks; however, all hiring decisions are made by people. We review and approve AI-assisted outputs to ensure fairness, accuracy, and alignment with our values. For more information about our privacy practices, visit cancer.ca/privacy.

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