About This Role
The Financial Analyst role supports various monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements by consolidating data from ELCAN Mission Areas. This position involves collaborating with finance and business functions to ensure accurate and timely information for forecasts, preparing risk/opportunity analyses, and improving financial planning tools and processes.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans
- Develop and maintain financial models for various business units and projects
- Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather relevant information for financial analysis
- Support the monthly financial reporting process, including variance analysis and management reporting
- Prepare ad-hoc financial analyses and reports as needed to support decision-making
- Continuously improve financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Assist with capital forecasting and long-range planning
- Oversee the cash forecasting activities related to short-term and long-term planning
- Identify risks and opportunities related to short and long-term cash forecasts
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Engineering or a related field
- Minimum 3 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in a manufacturing or defense environment
- Working knowledge of computerized financial ERP applications
- Advanced Excel skills
- Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in dynamic environments
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
Nice to have:
- CPA Designation
- Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
- Commitment to ethical standards, compliance, and continuous improvement
Benefits
- Collaborative and innovative work environment
- Relocation eligibility
- Signing bonus
Important Details
- Schedule: 40 hours per week
Security Clearance
- This position involves technologies regulated by the Canadian government’s Controlled Goods Program and the Contract Security Program. In order to obtain the required security clearance, candidates must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada, have resided in Canada for a minimum of five consecutive years, and meet all other program requirements. Job offers will be conditional upon candidates undergoing a successful security screening per the Controlled Goods Regulations and the Contract Security Program.
