Founded in 1962, Bayview Glen is an independent, co-educational university preparatory day school with more than 1100 students from Preschool through to Grade 12. Our school thrives on two closely connected campuses in the heart of Toronto and offers a truly transformative educational experience, delivered by exceptional teachers and guided by our School’s mission “Whole Child, Purposeful Life, Better World”. Driven by our vision to be the leader in bold thinking and future readiness, we offer a welcoming, vibrantly diverse and inclusive community with staff that exemplify our values of compassion, curiosity and courage. Bayview Glen is a member of the CIS Ontario, CAIS, NAIS and Round Square organizations.
We’re looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join our team for a five (5) month contract. You’ll be reporting to the Director of Finance and working fully on site at our School to manage the accounting operations which includes student receivables, accounts payable and payroll functions.
Working closely with the entire Finance team, you’ll be responsible for providing comprehensive financial support, including analysis, reporting, payroll processing, benefits tracking, and assisting with the month-end close process to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
We value inclusivity, fairness, and equal opportunity, ensuring every voice is heard. Integrity is our foundation, and we believe in transparent, respectful interactions. Adaptability and innovation are key as we embrace change and creative thinking to enhance our programme. If you have an affinity for numbers, analysis and collaboration, we invite you to apply and be a part of our dynamic educational community!
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Reconciling all balance sheet accounts, including bank accounts, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and prepaid expenses, to ensure accuracy and completeness on a monthly basis.
- Preparing and posting recurring, adjusting, and accrual journal entries, such as depreciation, payroll, and intercompany transactions.
- Assisting in reviewing and ensuring accuracy of general ledger entries and correcting discrepancies as needed.
- Collaborating with Human Resources and Payroll to ensure accurate payroll processing and compliance with labour laws and organizational policies.
- Supporting benefits and pension enrollment and tracking, ensuring employee benefits/ contributions are accurately recorded, processed, and reconciled.
- Assisting the Director of Finance and COO with annual preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial models to support organizational planning and decision-making.
- Providing support during audits, including preparing schedules and responding to auditor inquiries.
- Serving as a backup for Accounts Payable functions, including processing Amazon purchases and reconciliation, CFP clearing, performing corporate credit card reconciliations, and preparing Electronic Funds Transfers (EFTs).
- Managing day-to-day banking activities, including cash monitoring, transfers, and reconciliations.
- Identifying and implementing improvements to financial processes, systems, and tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
These responsibilities are intended to provide a general overview of the role and may not capture all duties and expectations associated with the position.
What You’ll Need:
- Post-Secondary Education with Accounting, Finance, or a related field and CPA designation;
- Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant financial analysis, accounting, or payroll experience, preferably in a nonprofit organization;
- Demonstrated experience supporting operational leaders, preparing financial dashboards, and contributing to budgeting and forecasting cycles;
- Exceptional organizational abilities and time management skills with an ability to meet deadlines, multi-task and prioritize workload;
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written;
- Advanced Computer Skills with excellent knowledge of MS Office and databases;
- Proficiency in NetSuite ERP is considered an asset, with the ability to utilize its reporting, budgeting, and reconciliation features effectively;
- Comfort working with multiple systems and troubleshooting data discrepancies across platforms;
Who You Are:
Motivated self-starter, energetic with a positive attitude and a keen attention to detail
Here's What We Offer:
- A competitive salary
- A welcoming, multicultural School community that celebrates inclusion, belonging and diverse perspectives;
- Meaningful work in an educational environment with future leaders of tomorrow;
- Professional development opportunities that support your continued growth;
- Access to onsite fitness facilities, including an indoor pool;
- Nutritious daily lunches and convenient parking;
- Employee events and celebrations that bring colleagues together, recognize contributions and strengthen connection across our School community;
- A collaborative and supportive team environment where relationships, shared purpose and professional connection matter;
We invite all qualified candidates to submit a cover letter and resume (combined into one document) to hr@bayviewglen.ca as soon as possible. Applicants will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the posting will remain open until the position is filled. Please indicate the name of the position you are applying for in the subject line.
Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, pro-rated based on an annual salary range of $66,000–$85,000, taking into account skills, relevant experience, and internal equity considerations.
This posting is for an existing vacancy, to fill a parental leave.
At Bayview Glen we are proud to foster an inclusive culture, where all members of our school community can bring their whole self to work and feel valued, respected, and understood. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the communities that surround us and we are committed to provide an accessible candidate experience for prospective employees with different abilities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources Department.
As a condition of employment, successful candidates will need to provide a current vulnerable sector screening from the police jurisdiction in which they reside prior to commencing employment.
Bayview Glen does not utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team. While we can only contact those selected for an interview, we genuinely appreciate every application.
Explore more about Bayview Glen School, including our 2024-2029 Strategic Plan: BE BOLD, by visiting our website at www.bayviewglen.ca.
