Financial Analyst – R&D Operations
Advancerite Technologies Inc.
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Edmonton • 🇨🇦 Canada
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💰 CA$60,000 - CA$75,000 per year
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
Tech Stack
ERP
About the role
- Provide critical financial support across multiple revenue streams including government contracts, research grants, and commercial product sales
- Manage cost tracking and allocation across multiple R&D projects funded by government contracts, grants, and internal investments
- Prepare financial reports and reconciliations for government contracts ensuring compliance with federal accounting requirements and contract terms
- Monitor grant budgets and prepare quarterly/annual reporting for research funding agencies
- Track and forecast project costs across quantum photonics R&D, manufacturing development, and system integration activities
- Support bid and proposal development by providing accurate cost estimates and financial projections for new government contracts
- Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and expense reimbursement
- Assist with financial analysis for capital equipment purchases and infrastructure investments
- Prepare cash flow forecasts and budget variance analyses to support business planning
- Liaise with external auditors on financial compliance matters
- Document financial processes and maintain organized records for contract and grant audits
- Support senior finance team with month-end and year-end closing procedures
- Contribute to financial planning for facility expansion and scaling operations
Requirements
- 3+ years of accounting or financial analysis experience in R&D-intensive organizations, preferably technology, research-intensive university, or advanced manufacturing sectors
- Professional accounting designation (CPA, CGA, or equivalent) preferred but not required
- Demonstrated experience managing government contracts, grants, or defense sector accounting
- Strong proficiency with accounting software and financial management systems (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar ERP systems)
- Solid understanding of R&D accounting principles, cost allocation methodologies, and project-based accounting
- Knowledge of Canadian government contracting requirements and compliance standards
- Familiarity with grant reporting and financial stewardship requirements for research funding
- Advanced proficiency in Excel including data analysis, financial modeling, and pivot tables
- Competency with accounting software and basic database management
- Understanding of government contract cost structures (labor allocation, overhead rates, capital equipment depreciation)
- Ability to work with multiple funding sources and cost centers simultaneously
- Knowledge of Canadian tax and payroll requirements
Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience ($60,000-$75,000)
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities and continuing education support
- Exposure to cutting-edge quantum technology development and defense sector innovation
- Opportunity to grow with a rapidly scaling technology company
- Potential for career advancement as company expands
- Health benefits
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
financial analysiscost trackingbudget forecastingfinancial reportingcost allocationR&D accounting principlesfinancial modelingdata analysisproject-based accountinggrant reporting
Soft skills
communicationorganizational skillsattention to detailproblem-solvingcollaborationtime managementanalytical thinkingadaptabilityleadershipinterpersonal skills
Certifications
CPACGA