Senior Financial Analyst

THE COMPANY

Pala Interactive is a full-service, real-money and social gaming technology provider and operator which caters to both B2B and B2C markets.

Boyd Interactive offers a full spectrum of games across all distribution channels (web, download, tablet & smartphone).  In Canada, they offer sports betting and casino games, In the US, they offer casino, bingo, and poker games.

Boyd Interactive’s strength is its relentless focus on high quality, high functioning, immersive software platforms, and with recent developments in legislation, the online gaming industry is poised for rapid growth.

Boyd Interactive is a wholly owned subsidiary of Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE – “BYD”).

THE POSITION

Boyd Interactive is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join our Finance team to provide support to our Finance department. This role is responsible for financial planning, analysis, forecasting, and reporting to support strategic decision-making across the organization. This role is responsible for managing and preparing financial planning, analysis and reporting to support strategic decision – making.

Sr. Financial Analyst has strong analytical skills, experience in corporate finance and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. Act as a trusted advisor by offering data driven insights to guide decision making for executive leadership team, provides support in preparation of financial reports and metrics for analysis, ensuring that all financial reporting and transactions are following and in compliance with organizational and regulatory financial policies, standards and controls.

Overview of the role:

Performs day-to-day funding and treasury related activities.

Collects and maintains financial data to advise and support business objectives

Assists with preparation of financial reports and metrics for analysis.

Analyzes and interprets financial data to advise and support strategic decision-making and achieve business objectives

Updates and maintains financial internal dashboards for leadership team insight

Tracks variances between financial projections and actual results to identify and troubleshoot differences and recommend adjustments or improvements. 

Utilizes financial modeling and analytical tools to measure and forecast the impact of various economic scenarios, risks, and business changes

Prepares financial and operational analysis and reporting required for ad-hoc, daily, month end, quarterly and year-end purposes

Prepares cash flow analyses, and other financial reports to assess company performance and financial state

Primarily responsible for analyzing data related to payment providers including Visa, MC, Paypal, etc, and acts as liaison between the company and payment providers

Supports month-end and quarter-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations

Performs reconciliations across accounts and systems

Prepares and properly document journal entries, as needed

Prepares and track accruals and accrual entries, as needed

Prepares interfaces to the client’s system (where required) and proper reconciliations.

Special projects and other functions as required

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study, college or university diploma in Finance, Commerce, Economics, Accounting or a related field (MBA or CPA a plus)

5 – 8 years of progressive work experience required in financial planning and analysis, or equivalent combination of education and work experience in financial analysis

Strong knowledge of financial statements and GAAP

Excellent analytical, problem – solving and communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines

High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Familiarity with SQL or data querying tools

Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills, experience with tools like Power BI is a plus

Proficient with other Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint), Workday

Personal Attributes

Team player, collaborative, approachable, supportive, positive, open, patient, diplomatic and respectful.

A confident, proactive and results-oriented individual with the demeanor, maturity, and intellect required to quickly establish trust and credibility.

Exceptional interpersonal, listening, and conflict management skills. High EQ and self-awareness.

High level of tact, discretion and diplomacy in dealing with highly sensitive and confidential matters.

Influencer, able to persuade others to action without absolute authority.

Not afraid to express opinions and provide feedback in a balanced and constructive manner.

Highest personal standards of integrity; strong work ethic, diligent, reliable and trustworthy.

Organized, focused, and flexible in managing competing priorities; able to manage multiple complex issues, lead change management, drive multiple projects, work independently and deal with ambiguity.

Thrives within a dynamic, fast-paced, agile and evolving work environment.

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive salary and benefits package

A dynamic and fast-paced work environment

Opportunities for career growth and advancement

A supportive team culture and opportunities to work on exciting and impactful projects

JOB BENEFITS

Extended health, dental and vision care.

Life and disability insurance

RRSP Group Match

Paid Time Off

Casual Dress Code

On-site Childcare and Gym

Tuition Reimbursement

Underground Parking

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Employment

Salary Range: The salary range for this role is 80K-90K

Work Location: In person

Boyd Interactive will comply with our privacy obligations regarding your personal information throughout the recruitment and hiring process.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Boyd Interactive will provide accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process to individuals with disabilities as required