Senior Financial Analyst – Technical Accounting, Controls & Compliance
Job Description
Job Description
Vacancy Status
No: This posting is not for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (New Head Count)
AI Disclosure
As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role.
Hybrid - This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Oshawa Elevation Centre three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business].
Senior Financial Analyst – Technical Accounting, Controls & Compliance
Role Summary
We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst – Technical Accounting, Controls & Compliance to strengthen financial reporting, internal controls, and overall financial integrity. This is a skills-based role where the successful candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, discipline in documentation, and comfort working across systems and stakeholders.
Specific responsibilities will be defined based on business needs and the candidate’s strengths, and may evolve to include close activities, accounting policy interpretation, incentive programs, reserves, or other controllership mandates.
Key Focus Areas
Technical Accounting & Policy
Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS and their practical application.
Ability to research, interpret, and clearly explain accounting guidance.
Prepare concise technical documentation for management and auditors.
Controls, Compliance & Close
Experience within a controls framework (e.g., SOX), including documentation, execution, and testing.
Identify risks and support continuous improvement of processes and controls.
Perform or support period-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
Systems, Data & Automation
Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP/finance systems.
Ability to reconcile data across systems and resolve discrepancies.
Openness to using AI tools and automation to streamline recurring tasks and strengthen controls.
Collaboration & Communication
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to partner with finance, ops, IT, and audit.
Clear written and verbal communication, including summarizing complex issues.
Qualifications
Successful completion of Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Professional designation (e.g., CPA) strongly preferred.
3+ years in accounting, audit, or controllership.
Proven attention to detail, ownership of deliverables, and ability to manage deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Compensation
The salary range for this role is $97,800.00 to $146,600.00. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
Benefits:
The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.
Healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive.
Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.
Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.
GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family, and friends.
THIS JOB IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR RELOCATIONS BENEFITS. ANY RELOCATION COSTS WOULD BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SELECTED CANDIDATE.
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE
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