Finance Analyst 1

Nissan Motor Corporation • Mississauga, ON

45d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently looking for a Financial Analysis (FP&A) to join our team in Mississauga, Ontario. Join a team that drives financial excellence across Nissan Canada. As a Financial Analyst, you’ll play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and performance analysis—supporting data‑driven decisions that directly influence profitability and operational success. This role is ideal for an analytical, detail‑oriented professional looking to grow within a dynamic, cross‑functional environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting
• 1 to 3 years of finance experience.
• Strong understanding of finance and accounting principles, business plan evaluation, and financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills (VBA, Power Query, Power BI) and proficiency with office software applications.
• Financial modeling capabilities and analytical problem‑solving skills

Nice To Haves

• Actively pursuing a professional accounting designation (CPA).
• Experience working with multiple business units or corporate groups.
• Ability to explain complex financial information clearly and persuasively

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly financial performance, forecasts, and annual budgets.
• Develop monthly reporting packages and conduct variance analysis, explaining results versus plan in partnership with business units.
• Provide Return on Investment (ROI) analysis to support operational departments and strategic initiatives.
• Assist in developing and coordinating annual FMI, G&A, and CAPEX budgets, ensuring alignment with corporate guidelines.
• Review expenditure requests by analyzing cost‑benefit considerations and coordinating finance approvals.
• Coordinate preparation and reporting of operating expenses.
• Prepare journal entries and accruals to support accurate monthly financial close.

Benefits

• Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities
• Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level