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Description

Summary of Duties: Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Financial Analyst is a business partner responsible for monitoring the financial and non-financial performance of the Regina Exhibition Association Limited.  This includes responsibility and accountability for providing reliable and timely information and analysis to the business leaders to guide them in the decision making process.  In addition, this role will prepare reports, monitor financial data and estimates for budget formulation; complete an analysis of variances between the budget, and actuals and collaborate with business partners to complete the forecast process.  This position supports business partners in the budget development, forecasting and variance reporting process.   Prepares financial progress reports, financial management analysis, and reviews functions to identify risks and opportunities throughout organization.

Education and Experience:
Bachelors of Commerce degree or related degree.
A Chartered Professional Account (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), and/or Certified General Accountant (CGA) designation is preferred.
Experience in financial analysis and reporting.
Experience in a management position and familiarity with a unionized environment is preferred.
Experience using Microsoft Office and accounting/budgeting software.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of accounting principles and practices at the municipal, provincial, and federal levels including generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and international financial reporting standards (IFRS).
Knowledge of provincial and municipal laws, codes and regulations pertinent to accounting, budgeting and financial analysis
Strong attention to detail and high standards in quality and accurate reporting
Strong interpersonal skills with client management and customer relations experience