The MIS Analyst is responsible for the accurate, timely preparation and submission of Management Information System (MIS) financial and statistical reporting, including SRI and Trial Balance (TB) submissions to external stakeholders (e.g., Ministry of Health). The role focuses on data integrity, reconciliation, variance analysis, and ongoing data quality improvements across financial and operational systems. This position plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with MIS standards and reporting guidelines, while supporting internal stakeholders through actionable insights and improved data reliability.
Key Responsibilities - SRI & External Reporting- Lead preparation and submission of SRI reporting, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and adherence to Ministry guidelines
- Coordinate quarterly/annual Trial Balance (TB) submissions, including mapping and validation
- Ensure compliance with Ontario MIS Guidelines
- Act as a key contact for auditor and Ministry-related queries related to MIS submissions
Key Responsibilities - Data Integrity & Reconciliation- Perform detailed reconciliations between the general ledger and MIS outputs
- Investigate and resolve data discrepancies across financial and statistical systems
- Ensure alignment between financial results and workload/statistical data
- Maintain and monitor chart of accounts mappings to MIS standards
Key Responsibilities - Data Quality & Cleanup- Identify and lead data cleanup initiatives to improve MIS accuracy and consistency
- Standardize processes and controls to reduce recurring errors in reporting
- Work with Finance, Decision Support, and operational leaders to correct data at source
- Develop tools or reports to proactively flag data quality issues
Key Responsibilities - Analysis & Insights- Provide variance analysis and explanations related to MIS submissions
- Translate data into clear, actionable insights for Finance leadership
- Support internal reporting needs linked to MIS outputs (e.g., benchmarking, trends)
Key Responsibilities - Stakeholder Collaboration- Collaborate with Finance (FR, FP&A), Decision Support/IT, and operational leaders
- Provide guidance on MIS reporting requirements and implications e.g. new Accounting Unit and GL Account Creation
- Support financial literacy by helping stakeholders understand data linkages
Qualifications - Education & Experience- Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Health Information, or related field required
- Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA) required
- 3-5+ years of experience in MIS reporting or healthcare finance preferred
- Strong understanding of Trial Balance and general ledger structures
- Knowledge of Ontario MIS reporting standards preferred
Technical Skills- Advanced Excel skills (reconciliation, large datasets, data validation)
- Experience with financial systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Meditech, etc.)
- Ability to work with large, complex datasets
Core Competencies- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
- Analytical thinking with ability to investigate discrepancies
- Clear communication skills tailored to finance and non-finance audiences
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Continuous improvement mindset (automation, standardization)
