Financial Analyst Full-time Job

We are searching for a Financial Analyst to join our Financial Planning and Analysis Team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (with employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of vendors offering perks and discounts through our WorkPerks program
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

As a key member of the Financial Planning & Analysis team, the Financial Analyst, LTC NB will:

• Review financial reports, monitor accounts, and assist in the preparation of hours/cost reports for Operations.
• Build and utilize financial analysis to drive improvement in financial results and support operational decision making.
• Participate in monthly site variance and labour meetings
• Review monthly revenue entries to ensure alignment with contract, budget, and forecast.
• Assist in the review and update of protected reports to ensure completeness and accuracy of external reporting requirements.
• Liaison with Payroll and Labour Relations to update per diems for anticipated changes to collective agreements.
• Build key relationships and collaborates with operations, finance, business intelligence as well as key external contract stakeholders and partners.
• Assist the Finance Manager, NB with the input, completion and analysis of annual budgets and quarterly forecasting.
• Complete income statement analysis on a monthly basis including tracking of risks & opportunities for the Long-Term Care Division.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• A university Degree in Accounting or Finance
• A minimum 3-5 years experience working in an accounting or finance role
• CPA in progress or willingness to complete the program; MBA designation considered an asset
• Previous experience building financial models, forecasting, budgeting and providing insightful analysis.
• Experience working with Yardi, Adaptive Insights considered an asset
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Milestone Communities, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.