Junior Financial Analyst

Junior Financial Analyst, Penguin Random House Canada
The salary range for this position begins at $50,417.  

As a team of dedicated book-loving professionals, we discover, shape, and share content that nurtures thoughts, dreams, and conversations around the globe, ensuring that new and established voices are heard.

We respect and value each individual and their lived experiences and commit to creating a more diverse team and establishing a culture of belonging. If you self-identify as Black, Indigenous, a person of colour, a member of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, or part of another marginalized group we strongly encourage you to apply.

We’re looking for a motivated Junior Financial Analyst to join our finance team.

Do you enjoy working with and preparing financial information? Are you excited to understand all facets of a company through a financial lens? Does learning more about finance in a creative industry spark your interest? Are you passionate about books and reading, and curious about the opportunity to work for the largest publisher in Canada? If so, consider joining us on an exciting journey as we write new chapters of Penguin Random House Canada’s culture and employee experience story together.

Your contribution to the story:
Reporting to the Controller, you will play a key role in supporting our Finance team’s complex and dynamic work. ensuring financial information is prepared and available in a timely manner while gaining exposure to all facets of the publishing industry. 

What you'll do:

• Complete monthly reporting tasks, including reconciliation to the general ledger and preparation of journal entries.
• Collect data and contribute insights and recommendations to help make informed, data-driven decisions.
• Work closely with various departments and teams to ensure the timely and efficient distribution of information. 
• Assist in providing supporting schedules to external auditors. 
• Ensure compliance with financial guidelines, company policies, and relevant legal regulations. 
• Contribute to department and organization special projects.

Experience and knowledge you'll bring (qualifications):

• Education in accounting or a related field, or three years or more of equivalent work-related experience.
• Excellent time management, organization, and prioritization skills that position you to successfully deliver against tight, competing deadlines. 
• A solution-focused mindset coupled with a drive to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and follow through to implement them.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Strong attention to accuracy and detail.
• Self-motivated with an ability to meet strict deadlines for closing process and project timelines.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with confidential information using sound judgement and discretion.
• An inclusive approach supported by cultural competency and a proven ability to collaborate with people from across a wide range of diverse backgrounds.
• Experience with SAP is not required but is considered an asset.
• Enhanced knowledge, awareness, and experience with the culture and history of any community that has faced marginalization are considered a plus.
• Interest in or knowledge of media or publishing is considered a plus. 
• And of course, a love of books!

This role will work out of our office at 320 Front Street at least three days per week. As such, candidates located within commuting distance of Toronto will be shown preference.

Interested candidates should apply with their cover letter and resume, by May 5, 2024. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, we will only be contacting candidates selected for an interview.

Please contact Human Resources at hrcanada@penguinrandomhouse.com or 416-364-4449 if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies. 
 

Company: Penguin Random House Canada Limited 

Country: Canada 

State/Region: Ontario 

City: Toronto 

Postal Code: M5V 3B6 

Job ID: 269868