Finance Analyst

New Flyer; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global transportation solutions provider in Winnipeg is seeking a detail-oriented finance professional. You will support the Transit Bus/Coach business through data-driven analysis and provide accurate financial projections. The ideal candidate has an accounting-related degree and 1-3 years of experience in finance. Join a team passionate about electrifying mass mobility and enjoy competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Comprehensive benefit package

Paid holidays and vacation

On-the-job training

Advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in a financial environment.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and project profit margins at the bid and build stages.
• Prepare monthly margin report for margin analysis.
• Analyze and report margin variances.

Skills

Analytical skills

Advanced MS Excel skills

Organizational abilities

Interpersonal abilities

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Education

Accounting/Finance related degree or diploma

Job description

Overview

New Flyer is North America’s heavy-duty transit bus leader and offers the most advanced product line under the Xcelsior and Xcelsior CHARGE brands. It also offers infrastructure development through NFI Infrastructure Solutions, a service dedicated to providing safe, sustainable, and reliable charging and mobility solutions. Further information is available at www.newflyer.com.

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional to support our Transit Bus/Coach business through data-driven performance measurement and the identification of profit enhancement opportunities. This role will be instrumental in providing accurate and timely financial projections to support bids and option pricing. Additionally, the position will collaborate closely with operations teams by delivering clear, timely, and accurate financial analysis to support day-to-day functions and strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will combine strong financial acumen with a proactive approach to driving business success.

What You Will Do

• Prepare and project profit margins at the bid and build stages
• Prepare monthly margin report for margin analysis
• Analyze and report margin variances and margin enhancement opportunities
• Review and prepare customer change order requests and project the impact to contract profit margins
• Prepare monthly journal entries and reconciliations of assigned general ledger accounts
• Analyze journal entries for accuracy and corrections
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports for distribution
• Prepare documentation for regular external and internal audits
• Review Sales Release Change Requests for accuracy and prepare margin analysis of changes
• Analyze pending versus frozen costs
• Prepare backlog report to reconcile with sales reports
• Provide support in various financial reporting initiatives and projects as required
• Assist costing as needed
• Prepare and assist with process improvements within the department to increase accuracy and productivity

What You Need to Be Successful

• Accounting/Finance related degree or diploma
• 1-3 years’ experience in a financial environment
• Advanced skills in MS Excel and a demonstrated ability to learn new systems
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal abilities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Our Why

We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

NFI Group | We Move People – YouTube

Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI is leading the electrification of mass mobility around the world. With zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. News and information are available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

Why Join Us

• Be a part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive wages and comprehensive benefit package with immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we’ve invested in 2023)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies

New Flyer is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate in. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.