Financial Analyst, SSU Finance
ATB
At ATB, we exist to make it possible for our clients, team members and communities. Our purpose is more than aspirational. It's a real commitment we live every day through our values (what we call the ATB ID).
Life at ATB is about more than work. In fact, we’re consistently recognized as one of Canada's top employers thanks to our high-care, high-performance culture, upheld by the three commitments we make to our team members:
Impact in action: No matter where you are in the organization, you're empowered to make an impact in the lives of our clients and communities.
Thrive together: We want you—the unique, authentic you—to feel safe and celebrated at work. We're on a continuous journey to build the most flexible and inclusive programs.
Ready for tomorrow: We want to enable your success through interesting and challenging work, performance enablement, and learning and development.
About the Role
Unlock your potential as a Financial Analyst and become a key player in shaping ATB's future. This unique opportunity offers vital financial and operational support to our business partners across ATB. You'll gain invaluable experience in budget and forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis including foundational work with month-end analysis, financial reconciliations, data visualizations, and process documentation.
This role is integral to our team, performing insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making, helping to maintain budgeting and forecast models to assess performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Your work will directly impact the day-to-day financial operations of Strategic Support Units at ATB, providing meaningful information that aids senior management in making key decisions for ATB Financial. At ATB, being ALL IN means being detail-oriented with a sharp mindset and a dedicated team player – key elements to being part of a winning team.
Accountabilities
Here's what you'll be doing to drive impact at ATB:
Reporting and Analysis
- Performance Monitoring: Execute month-end closing processes including completion of journal entries, financial reconciliations and preparation of accurate management reports to track financial health.
- Strategic Insights: Analyze financial drivers and business trends to provide actionable insights on the impact of operational decisions.
- Forecasting and Budgeting: Build and maintain robust financial models and templates to support annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting cycles.
- Predictive Analysis: Utilize historical data to identify patterns, helping the business unit anticipate future challenges.
Business Partnership and Advisory
- Relationship Management: Cultivate strong, reciprocal relationships across the organization to ensure alignment on deliverables and communication.
- Data Visualization and Presentation: Design and develop intuitive visual aids within Google Slides to translate complex datasets into clear financial narratives for internal stakeholders
- Ad-hoc Support: Provide day-to-day financial guidance and support on special projects within the Strategic Support Unit areas.
Compliance and Optimization
- Governance: Ensure all financial activities strictly adhere to IFRS standards, enterprise policies, and internal controls.
- Process Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities to enhance finance systems and workflows.
- Collaboration: Contribute to a high-performing finance team environment to collectively meet strict deadlines and organizational goals.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
What you bring to the table:
- Strong Foundation: You hold a University Degree in Accounting and have 2-5 years related experience. Possession of, or working towards a professional CPA designation is considered an asset.
- A Sharp, Curious Mind: You're analytical, eager to learn, and love dissecting challenges to propose brilliant solutions.
- Growth-Oriented: You embrace new challenges, roll up your sleeves, and are always looking for ways to expand your skills.
- A Proactive Driver: You're not afraid to speak up, challenge the status quo, and identify opportunities for real improvement.
- A Collaborative Spirit: You build strong relationships, effortlessly connecting and partnering with diverse teams – people genuinely love working with you.
- Tech Savvy: You're proficient in Google Sheets, with bonus points for experience in large databases, query development, or SAP.
Don’t meet all the requirements on the list?
A resume only goes so far in expressing who you are and the unique perspectives you bring. If you believe your skills and experience align with the role—but you might not check all the boxes—we want to hear from you. We encourage candidates from all work backgrounds, equity-seeking communities and experience levels to apply. If you’re seeking a career where your drive, perspective and growth are celebrated, we want to hear from you.
We’re dedicated to building a workforce reflective of those within our communities, and a culture where our team members are equipped with what they need to succeed—their way. Part of creating an inclusive workplace is recognizing our role in advancing Truth and Reconciliation. We are committed to meeting and exceeding the standards set out in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations program created by the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business.
What happens next?
If you are shortlisted, you’ll hear from us after the posting closes. Check out our How We Hire page to learn more about our hiring process. If you need any accommodations throughout this process, please let us know at talentteam@atb.com
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