Operations / Financial Analyst Jobs

Operations / Business Analyst
Calgary Homeless Foundation (CHF) guides the fight against homelessness in Calgary. We allocate resources for highest impact and outcomes, maximizing benefits for people experiencing homelessness. With our database and research, we build knowledge and understanding, we galvanize public and political will so people have the right housing at the right time. In partnership with governments and community, we serve as the trusted advisor on how to leverage our combined resources so Calgarians can journey out of homelessness into a home with the supports they need to thrive.
We are action-oriented individuals who are leader, courageous collaborators, evidence inspired, and vision dedicated. We choose to bring our professional expertise and personal talents to the non-profit sector, adding value to the community. We work cooperatively with others in a strong team environment and demonstrate flexibility in organizing and undertaking work. We show a high degree of initiative, discernment, and resourcefulness. We exhibit excellent communication and relational skills and demonstrate thoughtfulness and intelligence in decision-making. Most importantly, we are focused on creating positive outcomes for people experiencing homelessness. We are excited for passionate, forward-thinking, entrepreneurial, and talented people to join our team.
The Position 
Reporting to the Controller, the Operations Business Analyst is responsible for supporting the success of the organization’s strategies through the development, analysis and reporting for CHF’s Finance and Operations business functions, policies, procedures, and processes and will work closely with the Vice President of the Division to support the development and monitoring of the annual business plan.
Areas of Accountability

• Prepare quarterly and annual financial and management discussion and analysis reports and supporting financial schedules.
• Support the Privacy Officer to ensure enterprise policy compliance and to document and report on privacy related matters.
• Apply advanced analytical and business communication skills to support development and ongoing monitoring and reporting of progress of annual business plans and longer-term strategic plans.
• Develop and maintain reporting documentation and dashboards in support of quarterly divisional performance metrics.
• Develop and maintain divisional policy and procedures for existing and new systems and business processes and operational programming.
• Effectively lead and manage projects at the divisional level as assigned.
• Evaluate business and system processes, identify opportunities for improvement, document & communicate business requirements, and implement initiatives.
• Assist the development of the annual business plan and budget including conducting and reporting quarterly risk reviews.

Required Education & Experience

• Prior experience in the not-for-profit sector is an asset.
• Exceptional verbal, written, listening and communication skills to convey concepts, statistical, analytical, operational, and financial information.
• Professional Accounting Designation (CPA) or near completion
• Minimum 5 years of financial reporting and business analysis experience
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or a related field
• Experience in advanced business analysis, presentation, and scenario modelling
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to engage with stakeholders of diverse and at times competing interests to work towards achieving a common agenda
• Experience reviewing business processes, anticipating requirements, uncovering areas for improvement, and developing and implementing solutions
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 software programs with advanced excel skills.
• Experience with business writing informed by strong business and financial acumen and critical thinking
• Excellent project, time, and resource management skills, with the ability to influence change.

Position Competency Requirements
Culturally Congruent: A passion for, belief in and communication of the CHF Purpose, ambition, and values.  Will promote a transparent, ambitious, goal and achievement-oriented culture. Demonstrates a strong service ethic and customer service approach.  
Communication:  Exceptional verbal and written communication skills including business writing, speaking, editing, and proofreading. Shares information in an effective manner, listening to the concerns, opinions, and suggestions of others to improve understanding. Ideas are conveyed in a concise and professional manner.   
Collaborative: Builds and maintains positive relationships with all internal staff and external stakeholders and is considerate and tactful in all stakeholder interactions. Is able to handle all matters appropriately with high degree of discretion and confidentiality.  
Teamwork: Maintains positive working relations with colleagues, working cooperatively and effectively with others to accomplish team and organizational objectives. Demonstrates an appreciation for diversity of backgrounds and experience through inclusive behavior.   
Analytical: Ability to determine appropriate action and respond accordingly.  
Results Oriented:  Sets high standards of performance including setting goals and priorities that maximize available resources to deliver results against the CHF direction, objectives and public expectations. Will monitor progress and adjust as necessary on an ongoing basis.  
Project Management Skills: Proven strong project management skills with ability to multi-task and set priorities within tight timelines.  
Accountability:  Completes assignments and commitments as promised; takes ownership of errors and resolution of issues. Takes independent action to accomplish tasks and projects. Results oriented with high standards to meet multiple deadlines. 
Proactive:  Ability to anticipate needs, initiate, work independently in a fast-paced and complex environment.   
Enhancing Organizational Image: Focus on building and protecting the image, reputation and long-term interests of the CHF including promoting the CHF’s reputation as a leader in ending homelessness.  
Credibility:  Demonstrated ability to build organizational trust in his or her professionalism, expertise, and ability to create solutions and deliver desired outcomes.    
Honesty & Integrity: Demonstrates the highest levels of honesty and integrity in all dealings with internal and external stakeholders.   
Please note that Calgary Homeless Foundation requires the successful candidate to provide a police information and vulnerable sector check as a condition of employment
Calgary Homeless Foundation is committed to creating and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that celebrates, accepts, and supports the diversity of our employees and the people and organizations that we serve.
Please forward your resume including a cover letter indicating salary expectations.