Financial Analyst

The Value of Claystone Waste

A role at Claystone Waste is more than a paycheque; it is the bridge to opportunities for you and your family.

Claystone is a stable company with a massive opportunity in the future as an essential service, with no wild swings seen in other industries.

Claystone is committed to growth and that will provide opportunities for learning and advancement, beyond the role you take coming in the door.

People are our most important asset, and we invest heavily in them through competitive wages, outstanding benefits, plus project performance bonuses and other perks. You will assist us in nurturing an environment of fairness, diversity, and inclusion – a workplace that is safe and respectful. Here, we encourage everyone to embrace their individual talents, backgrounds, and expertise, fostering transformative results for our clients.

The Landfill and Compost Facility is located near Ryley, AB, a short commute from the east side of Edmonton and we are expanding with a Waste Transfer Station in West Edmonton.

Claystone Waste Ltd. is a western Canadian leader in waste management. Their vision is to develop innovative solutions for the safe disposal of waste and enhance the quality of life for the people in the communities that they serve.

Claystone Waste Ltd. was established as a municipally controlled corporation in 2020. The landfill has been in operation since 1992 to service the waste management needs of communities within Beaver County, Alberta. The size and complexity of their operations have grown since that time, and now Claystone Waste is a western Canadian leader in waste management servicing a diverse range of municipal and industrial customers.

They have enjoyed steady growth and financial success despite the persistent economic recession in Alberta and their commitment to all their stakeholders; employees, residents, and municipal shareholders, remains a top priority.

We are searching for a Financial Analyst to join the Finance Department at Claystone Waste. This is a hybrid role requiring time in Edmonton and in Ryley, AB as needed.

Position Summary:

The Financial Analyst will be an integral member of the Claystone Waste finance and accounting team and work closely with the Assistant Controller and Director of Finance and be responsible for providing day to day accounting support of Claystone Waste including the following areas:

• Budget planning and forecasting
• Strategic planning support
• Operation metric analysis
• Financial support for Claystone leadership
• Treasury responsibilities
• Posting transactions, creating journal entries and developing back-up supporting information
• Sub ledger maintenance
• Account reconciliations and follow up investigations
• Financial statement preparation and analysis
• Financial and other audit support
• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal controls
• General support for documentation and administration processes, as needed

Responsibilities and Activities:

• Financial planning, reporting & analysis

• Populating financial statements, reports and analysis documents for management
• Preparing key operational metrics
• Annual and multi-year budget preparation
• Cash forecasting and management
• Earnings forecasting
• Budget benchmarking and reporting
• Revenue & expense analysis of current and past financial performance
• Monitoring and analysing capital projects and expenditures
• Preparation and assistance with ad hoc projects
• Financial support for new lines of business

• Monthly financial process
  • Reconciling sub ledgers and accounts to the general ledger and follow up investigations
  • Posting journal entries into sub ledgers and the general ledger
  • Managing the transactions between each module and the general ledger
  • Setting up and assisting with the creation of purchase order and work orders

• Manage vendor relationships and enquiries
• Performing the bank reconciliations
• Inventory management and reconciliation
• Assisting in fixed asset process and depreciation calculations
• Monitoring and reviewing accounts

• Other duties
  • Support in evaluation of mergers & acquisitions opportunities
  • Preparation and assistance with annual audit activities and interactions with external auditors
  • Assist in development of policy and procedures
  • Support internal and external sustainability reporting and analysis
  • IT project support
  • Manage and assist staff with ERP and other software
  • Attend projects and team meetings as required
  • Regulatory reporting such as Environmental, Tax, GST, WCB and Stats Canada

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

The Financial Analyst will possess:

• Minimum of 5 years working experience in accounting roles, with a minimum of 3 years direct experience in full-cycle accounting including knowledge of accounting principles, process and procedures.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and knowledge of Statutory accounting principles. Experience with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is an asset.
• CPA Designation, Candidate or equivalent
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office, particularly MS Excel and MS Word
• Strong sense of integrity and professionalism
• Experience with accounting software and journal entries
• Comfortable in a changing environment
• Time management skills and the ability to balance multiple deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at various levels, in a discreet, diplomatic, positive and professional manner
• A high degree of tact and sensitivity in dealing with matters of a confidential nature
• A high degree of initiative, teamwork and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Distinct problem-solving abilities with great attention to detail
• Commitment to continuous professional development: participates in educational opportunities, maintains current knowledge of professional best practices, and maintains professional networks.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial analysis software would be an asset
• Experience in the waste management industry would be an asset

Education and Experience:

Formal Education: Undergraduate degree

Profession Designation: CPA or equivalent, pursuing designation (must be in progress)

Minimum Experience: 3-5 Years