Financial Analyst

Linamar Corporation; Guelph; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Career advancement opportunities

Community outreach

Job summary

Linamar Corporation in Guelph, ON is seeking a Financial Analyst to conduct, document, and review moderate to complex financial analysis projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS and GAAP. The role requires 2–3 years' related experience, a degree in accounting or business, and CPA progress; you will support monthly close, mentor junior staff, and deliver timely, detailed reports.

This in-office position emphasizes cross‑functional collaboration and opportunities to drive process

Qualifications

• A degree in accounting, business, commerce, or a related discipline is required.
• CPA designation, or significant progress in the CPA certification process, is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly consolidated close process by performing tasks such as preparing and posting monthly journal entries, collecting, reviewing, and consolidating financial reports from individual Linamar entities.
• Review and supervise the work of junior staff.
• Perform and review validation checks to ensure that data being provided by individual entities is complete and accurate.
• Support internal and external financial reporting through drafting and review of a variety of standard and ad-hoc reports.

Skills

IFRS/GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Process improvement

Excel

OneStream

IFS

PowerPoint

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Accounting/Business degree

CPA designation progress

Tools

OneStream

IFS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title:

Financial Analyst

Please note: this position is 100% in-office in Guelph, ON.

Job Summary

The Financial Analyst is responsible for conducting, documenting, and reviewing moderate to complex financial analysis projects. Expected to analyze accounting and financial records of the company to ensure accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards and procedures.

Responsibility

• Support the monthly consolidated close process by performing tasks such as preparing and posting monthly journal entries, collecting, reviewing, and consolidating financial reports from individual Linamar entities.
• Review and supervise the work of junior staff.
• Perform and review validation checks to ensure that data being provided by individual entities is complete and accurate.
• Support internal and external financial reporting through drafting and review of a variety of standard and ad-hoc reports.

Academic/Educational Requirements

• A degree in accounting, business, commerce, or a related discipline is required.
• CPA designation, or significant progress in the CPA certification process, is required.

Required Skills/Experience

• Minimum of two to three years of related financial experience.
• Knowledge of IFRS and GAAP reporting principles.
• Strong communication skills with a willingness to collaborate with colleagues across departments and across the globe.
• Leadership attitude with the ability to teach and supervise the work of junior staff members.
• A strong attention to detail and the ability to perform and explain detailed analysis to leaders and decision-makers in the company.
• Able to identify and implement opportunities for innovation and enhance process efficiency.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite of products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.).
• Knowledge of OneStream and IFS systems is a significant asset.

What Linamar Has To Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Council
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.