What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst position at TerrAscend?
Organization: The TerrAscend Organization (OTCM: TRSSF) is permitted to cultivate, process, and dispense premium medical marijuana products to the medical marijuana patients in US States that have legalized medical marijuana products in a compassionate and safe manner. We are also committed to serving those states that have legalized recreational use by providing premium products. TerrAscend is creating an enduring, world-class company capable of operating under the standards of a highly regulated business looking to shape the future of marijuana-based therapies in the markets we serve.
Position Description: The Financial Analyst is responsible for fulfilling the existing reporting needs and developing and implementing new analytical tools and solutions. This ideal individual is intellectually curious and energized by the challenge of identifying new opportunities and enjoys solving complex problems. The Financial Analyst will learn all faces of the TerrAscend business operations to develop reports, tools, and processes which accurately evaluate actual performance against intended business strategy and plans. The Financial Analyst will effectively summarize findings and be able to articulately communicate a clear, professional interpretation of the analysis, findings and results, and make specific recommendations for action.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Monitors KPIs across the Company and proactively meets with senior managers, managers and business partners to stay informed about current business goals and drivers.
- Performs quantitative and qualitative analysis on available data, metrics, trends. Enhances existing reports and analysis to identify meaningful insights/opportunities to drive the business forward through financial modeling and forecasting.
- Provide day-to-day support of existing analysis tools and uncover ideas about how to improve the design and capabilities of existing reports.
- Synthesizes financial, sales, marketing, and operational data to create actionable dashboards and professional presentations for key stakeholders e.g., divisional leadership, executive leadership, front line management, etc.
- Promotes use of new metrics and data visualization tools/techniques to make recommendations of operational adjustments/changes that may be needed to improve results.
- Supports the Company’s near-term ERP activities as it relates to data integrity & validation.
- Performs ad-hoc queries/reports as necessary to provide support special initiatives and decision making.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance or other relevant analytical degree.
- Data Analysis & Trending experience with demonstrated proficiency in analytical methodologies, tools, and dashboard development to interpret, visualize, simplify and present/communicate data and analyses.
- Demonstrated project management skills and ability to work independently to prioritize workload and handle multiple responsibilities, deadlines, etc.
- Experience in a cost accounting environment and/or familiarity with standard costing preferred.
- Highly-advanced Microsoft Excel skills are a must.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
- High attention to detail to identify, evaluate and resolve data quality issues and reasonability check analytical results.
- Thrives in a team-oriented, results-driven environment.
- Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with senior officials across the organization.
- Professional written and verbal communication with multiple levels and departments.
*** Background Check Requirement ***
As a condition of employment, a complete background investigation will be conducted based on the rules of the specific State in which the employee is hired. Pennsylvania’s investigative process includes a state and federal background check. Individuals that have been convicted of a felony offense related to the manufacture, delivery, or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver a controlled substance may not hold a position with TerrAscend or its affiliated companies in Pennsylvania. Felony exclusion does not apply to a person for whom it has been 10 or more years since the conviction or one year since release from imprisonment, which is later.
EEO Statement
At TerrAscend, employees and applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. Ilera is committed to assuring equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.
TerrAscend is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, to include gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and coworkers.
Disclaimer
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The list of job responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and the like is not exhaustive, rather it is illustrative of the current essential functions required for the position.