Financial Analyst

Aston Carter•Waterloo, ON

13d•CA$100,000 - CA$115,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This Financial Analyst role provides comprehensive financial planning, analysis, and control for assigned projects and contracts within an industry-leading aerospace environment. You will develop and maintain performance measurement baselines, support program management with cost and schedule insights, and ensure compliance with corporate policies and GAAP. The position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to program success, collaborate closely with leadership teams, and support key financial processes such as budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close.

Requirements

Proven experience in financial analysis with a focus on program or project finance.
Strong background in FP&A, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
Hands-on experience with budgets and forecasts, including preparation and variance analysis.
Demonstrated experience with month-end close processes, including journal entries and reconciliations.
Proficiency in preparing and posting journal entries in a general ledger environment.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for financial modeling, analysis, and reporting.
Experience with audit support and internal control documentation.
Solid understanding of general accounting principles and practices.
Experience with fixed asset accounting and related reporting.
Proficiency with D365 (Microsoft Dynamics) or similar ERP systems.
Experience preparing and analyzing financial statements.
Knowledge of earned value management techniques and performance measurement baselines.
Working knowledge of GAAP and compliance requirements.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an aerospace or complex manufacturing environment is an asset.
background in program finance, including cost and schedule performance analysis, is preferred.
Experience supporting annual operating plans and rate determinations is beneficial.
Familiarity with sales forecasting and supporting program management reviews is advantageous.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Capability to support audits and maintain robust internal control documentation.
Interest in maintaining professional designations; support for CPA dues may be available.
Ability to adapt to unexpected events and contribute flexibly to evolving business needs.

Responsibilities

Provide effective financial administrative planning and control for assigned projects and contracts, ensuring accurate tracking of costs and performance.
Develop and maintain program Performance Measurement Baselines (PMB) for earned value and project management purposes to enhance analytic capabilities on programs.
Perform detailed analysis of program cost and schedule performance, identify trends, and provide actionable information to the Project Leadership Team to support corrective actions.
Prepare and analyze Estimates at Complete (EACs) and deliver complete financial support to assigned program teams.
Support Program Management in assessing program risks and opportunities, providing financial insights to inform decision-making.
Support teams in preparing materials and data for weekly meetings and program reviews.
Assist site leadership and program management teams with monthly sales forecasts and budgeting activities.
Collaborate with General Accounting to prepare month-end journal entries and accruals, ensuring appropriate approvals and segregation of duties compliance.
Ensure adherence to corporate policies, contractual requirements, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in all financial activities.
Support site financial requirements related to annual operating plans, rate determinations, and other special projects as needed.
Prepare, review, and support financial statements, general ledger activities, and fixed asset accounting as required.
Maintain accurate and timely financial reporting, including reconciliations, audit support, and internal control documentation.
Use Microsoft Excel and D365 (Microsoft Dynamics) to manage financial data, perform analysis, and support reporting.
Accommodate unexpected events and changing priorities while meeting critical deadlines and delivering high-quality results.
Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, collaborate effectively as a team player, and apply a solid working knowledge of business systems, policies, and earned value management techniques.