FINANCIAL ANALYST
Headquarters: 67 Industrial Drive, Almonte, Ontario
Company Overview:
At Lanark Community Alliance (LCA), we are strengthening communities in Lanark County together. LCA is a coming together of multiple, independent, like-minded corporations including:
- Carebridge Community Support
- Community Living Association, Lanark County
- Clayton Seniors Housing Corporation
Together we are finding ways to improve services and enhance the experience of each person we work with to create a stronger voice for the people we serve.
- Are you a finance professional who enjoys turning numbers into meaningful insights?
- Do you want to be part of a collaborative team where your work directly supports strategic decisions and organizational impact?
We’re looking for a Financial Analyst to join our growing finance team in this newly added role. Reporting to the Comptroller, this role offers a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting while gaining exposure to senior leadership and Board-level reporting.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone ready and excited to move beyond the transactional.
Why This Role?
- Broad scope across budgeting, reporting, systems, and process improvement
- Hands-on involvement in audits and long-term financial planning
- Collaborative, mission-driven environment
- As part of a small but high-impact finance team, you’ll gain experience across the full financial cycle
What You’ll Do
- Contribute to the development of annual operating and capital budgets
- Maintain and enhance multi-year financial models and forecasts
- Monitor budget performance and provide clear, actionable variance analysis
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting
- Prepare ad hoc reports to support sound decision making.
- Play a key role in month-end and year-end close processes
- Support external audits by preparing schedules and documentation
- Assist with regulatory filings and funder reporting requirements
- Improve and maintain financial models, templates, and reporting tools
- Support enhancements to accounting and reporting systems
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field
- 3–5 years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or accounting
- CPA designation (completed or in progress) is an asset
- Excellent knowledge in Microsoft office.
- Experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage or similar ERP systems)
- Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
- Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance individuals.
- Organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
Who You Are
You’re someone who:
- Thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Takes initiative and works well independently
- Enjoys partnering with operational leaders
- Sees the bigger picture behind the numbers
- Is motivated to grow broader finance exposure and experience
Why Join the Lanark Community Alliance?
- Serve the Community: Make a positive impact by helping others find purpose and live fulfilled lives, while contributing to a more just and equitable society.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible hours and the ability to work remotely as needed.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for ongoing learning and development, including access to mentorship and leadership training.
- Culture of Innovation: Be part of a passionate, forward-thinking team working on meaningful and rewarding projects.
- Diversity & Inclusion: We value diversity in all its forms and strive to create an inclusive environment where every voice is respected and heard.