Outliers and outperformers wanted

Outliers and outperformers wanted

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Uncork Capital-backed companies are building kick-ass teams in engineering, marketing, sales, operations and more.

Financial System Analyst

Poka

Poka

IT, Accounting & Finance
Québec, Canada
Posted on Friday, May 31, 2024

About Poka

Poka is an innovative app designed for manufacturing companies that empower frontline workers to learn continuously, solve problems and collaborate in support of continuous improvement. Imagine a combination of Facebook and YouTube designed for factory workers. Say goodbye to paper, make way for tablets! 📱

Poka has become a catalyst for digital transformation and manufacturing leaders such as Nestlé, Bosch, Kraft and Danone trust us with their transition to Industry 4.0. 🏭


As a Financial System Analyst, you will be the first person in the Finance & Accounting team dedicated to the optimization of our tools, focusing especially on our ERP system FinancialForce (Certinia). You will be tasked with diving into our system and processes and become a specialist of optimization and automation. You will work both independently and with various internal and external stakeholders.

What you’ll be responsible for:

  • System Optimization:
    • Identify areas for improvement, streamline workflows, and enhance functionality.
    • Manage and lead digital transformation projects that improve processes for the Finance function within key workflows such as billings, revenue, month-end close, financial reporting, etc.
  • System maintenance : Ensure the ERP system is up to date. This will be in fact one of the first projects that you will be working on.
  • Customization: Develop customized solutions to meet the needs of the Finance & Accounting team.
  • Integration: Seamlessly integrate ERP software with other tools in our tech stack.
  • Documentation:
    • Lead the development of robust system documentation and support financial and internal controls and audits.
    • Create and maintain an inventory of core finance processes, systems, and tools
  • Continuous Learning:
    • Stay updated on ERP trends and upgrades, including but not limited to AI transformation. Recommend continuous improvements to optimize internal business processes, tools and practices.
    • Quickly and thoroughly learn the software through training courses and personal exploration of existing software and documentation
  • User Support: Be the go-to person for ERP-related queries.

What you bring to the table:

  • 3+ year of relevant work experience in Finance/Accounting and process optimization deliverables
  • Bachelor in Information Technology and/or Finance and/or Accounting or equivalent
  • Proficiency in French and English is required
  • Excellent knowledge of Excel and Google Sheets
  • Knowledge of SalesForce and/or FinancialForce (Certinia) would be an asset
  • Analytical and Detail-Oriented: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for details and clarity of information.
  • Proactive and Quick Learner: Aptitude for learning new methodologies, tools, and technologies, while taking initiative to anticipate needs and stay ahead of tasks.
  • Effective Time and Project Management Skills: Capable of organizing and managing priorities effectively to meet deadlines.

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What we offer:

  • Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
  • Generous vacation policy upon arrival.
  • Hybrid work policy - Work from the office 2 days a week if you live within a 40km radius to our Quebec City office or a 15 km radius to our Montreal office.
  • Truly flexible schedule and the possibility of taking every Friday afternoon off.
  • Group insurance from day one (dental, medication, invalidity, travel, etc.).
  • Telemedicine service with Dialogue.
  • Retirement plan with Wealthsimple after a year.
  • MacBook Pro and $500 allowance for your home office.
  • Tasty snacks (Fresh fruits, snacks, coffees, teas, etc.)
  • Generous referral bonus.
  • Whatever you need to keep learning and evolve professionally.
  • Rapid evolution in your role. Your responsibilities will not be limited!

*Certain benefits are exclusively accessible to employees in Canada.

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