Financial Analyst

(if applicable - Hybrid) Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.

(if applicable - Hybrid - any location) Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate must be located near a Canadian Blood Services site and will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.

Job category: Accounting and finance
Job posting ID: 8227

​Employment status: Temporary full-time
(if applicable) Position's anticipated start date: 2026-01-26 
(if applicable) Position's anticipated end date: 2027-01-28 (if applicable - BC only) or upon return of the incumbent
(if applicable)(all ONA - do not include FTE) Possible schedule/FTE: 1.0 
(if applicable) Number of positions available: 1 

Classification: PTS
Salary/Rate of pay: $80,078 - 94,028

Application deadline: 2026-01-26 

• (if applicable) This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• (if applicable – cover letter is required) Job specific cover letter.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page.

Together, the work we do connects people and changes lives — including your own. 

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.    

If you’re looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and discover a role where your work is meaningful, your purpose is clear, and your impact is felt every day. 

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

Formula for Success

• Develop a thorough understanding of the assigned client group's overall business, including its strategy, operations, resource requirements (staffing, supplies, contracts), and functional accountabilities to effectively partner with leaders and provide financial advice. 
• Serve as an advanced financial business partner, providing expert guidance, support, and strategic advice to business leaders across all aspects of financial management—including complex operating and capital budgeting, forecasting total resource requirements, tracking progress against budgets, identifying deviations and corrective measures, preparing management reports, proactively identifying efficiency opportunities, and conducting preliminary costing analysis for collective bargaining and contract negotiations; additionally, liaise with external auditors for year-end support.
• Manage daily financial activities to ensure compliance with guidelines and drive cost-saving opportunities by partnering with business leaders to identify efficiencies, improving accounting processes and data integrity, managing cost structures in SAP, allocating shared costs, preparing journal entries, monitoring vendor contracts, and reconciling budgeted Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) positions and funds.
• Provide ongoing training and mentoring to business leaders and staff on budgeting, reporting, forecasting, and general financial issues, including presenting on key financial processes, accounting practices, and the meaning and tracking of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to enhance financial performance and knowledge.
• Lead continuous process improvement by conducting complex business process analysis, collaborating on operational efficiency reviews, and playing a key role in identifying, establishing, and maintaining financial and non-financial Key Performance Indicators (KPIs); design effective metrics, establish benchmarks, conduct trend analysis, and collaborate on costing studies to measure, compare, and communicate program progress, efficiency, and cost behavior.
• Manage advanced financial reporting and special analyses, ensuring timely and customized delivery of ad-hoc financial information requests from the CFO, Executive Management Team, consultants, and Board committees, while contributing financial forecasts to the formulation of the Corporate Plan.
• Ensure the integrity of the financial system and regulatory compliance by reconciling financial records, maintaining SAP accuracy, enforcing adherence to internal policies and external standards (GAAP, legislation, collective agreements), identifying and rectifying non-compliance, implementing process improvements, and providing guidance on complex accounting issues to junior staff.

Desired Education and Skills

• A Canadian CPA designation, or has a comparable accounting or finance designation and is actively enrolled in a Canadian CPA program.
• Over 5 years relevant experience.
• Understanding and experience in the use of SAP (or an equivalent ERP application) is required. Proficiency in FI – Financial Accounting, CO – Management Accounting and 
  Controlling, MM – Materials Management, WM – Warehouse Management SAP Module (or an equivalent ERP application) is required.
  
  

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

What we offer you

• Annual performance award up to 8%
• Payment in lieu of benefits and vacation
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resource

What you can expect

• This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at Canadian Blood Services location at least 40% of the time/2 days of the week.
• Occasional travel within Canada may be required (<10%). 

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.  

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives. 

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add donotreply@blood.ca and system@successfactors.com to your safe senders list. 

Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.

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