Akerna Services LLC. Looking for Financial Analyst at Canada Full Time

Who We Are:
Akerna is a leading enterprise software solutions provider that enables regulatory compliance and inventory management. At Akerna we are passionate about solving problems that better our world. We provide data-driven solutions worldwide across the entire supply chain. Our technology empowers the industry to prove outcomes that positively change lives every day. We have a passionate and purposeful work environment where we live by five principles: Do the right thing, Be part of the solution, Show people you care, Grow together, and Make an impact.

Description

Reporting directly to the Finance Manager you will be a key member of the Finance organization and will assist management in analyzing the financial performance of the business, maintaining monthly reports, tracking budgetary goals, and other analysis requested by management. It is also expected that you adopt and maintain company-level reporting for revenue and/or expenses.

The candidate must be eager to learn and be able to thrive in a rapidly changing, emerging growth company. The candidate should be detail-oriented, highly analytical, have strong organization and communication skills, and be hands-on. This full-time role will interface daily with internal departments, upper management and work closely with the accounting department.

Essential Job Functions

Assist management with updates to the financial forecast in an accurate and timely manner.

Assist with preparation of monthly/annual financial reports and analysis.

Analyze variances to plan and provide recommendations to strengthen forecast accuracy.

Ensures all budgeted expenses are adequately documented and supported, properly calendarized and in line with the company’s overall strategic plans.

Works with department heads to ensure budgeted goals are met; support budget revisions and ensures communication to department heads.

Identifies and communicates issues affecting the Company’s operations.

Works with FP&A manager to create actionable, ongoing reports.

Maintain models that provide information on the Company’s current operating trends.

Assist in ad hoc analysis and special projects as required by Management and cross-functional teams

Recommends improvements and develops strategies to improve overall department effectiveness and efficiency.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be tenaciously focused, organized and detail-oriented with strong analytical skills in an environment that demands a quick understanding. This is a unique opportunity to step into a role that offers exceptional visibility across the company. We’re looking for someone who is relentlessly driven and is motivated to join an entrepreneurial company that rewards that same entrepreneurial spirit in its employees.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent Excel skills

Superior written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task.

Strong work ethic – Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines in a demanding detail-oriented environment.

Self-motivated, time-efficient and proactive with the ability to work under minimum supervision.

Confident in dealing with senior management.

Enthusiastic team player.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or related field.

1-2 years of experience in financial planning and analysis or accounting.

Highly organized and able to learn quickly in a rapidly changing environment.

Demonstrated analytical proficiency in data research and interpretation.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with people at all levels.

What We Offer:
Competitive salaries

Comprehensive Benefits

Remote Workforce

Quarterly Performance Bonuses

Unlimited vacation

NOTE: Thank you for your interest in working with us. Akerna is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. A reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.