Financial Analyst

Lafarge Canada; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry seeks a Financial Analyst to support management reporting and financial analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background, proven experience in finance, and the ability to analyze performance metrics. With a focus on teamwork and process improvement, this role offers a collaborative work environment and opportunities for career growth through comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible Health & Dental benefits

Generous Pension Plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Access to online learning platforms

Company-provided personal protective equipment

Flexible work schedule

Service recognition awards

Perks & discounts on various products

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in a financial role is required.
• Strong experience with accounting software and financial reporting.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial analysis and management reporting.
• Support month-end reporting activities and reconciliations.
• Assist in planning and executing financial campaigns.

Skills

Decision-making

Analytical skills

Advanced MS Excel

Advanced MS PowerPoint

Strong computer skills

Education

Undergraduate Degree

Enrollment in CA, CMA, CGA or CPA program

Tools

SAP ECC

SAP FC

Tagetik

QlikView

SAC SAP Analytics Cloud

Google Suite

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Financial Analyst provides management reporting, financial analysis, and decision support. This position works to improve understanding of key business drivers and maximize results within the country/segments/markets.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Safety - Communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments
• Consolidation - Month end Activities and Reporting: Performing month end activities i.e. journal entries.
• Support Finance Managers in the coordination and consolidation of month end reporting requirements.
• Reporting encompasses financials, key performance indicators and commentary explaining business.
• Account Reconciliations & Variance Analysis: Analyzing and reconciling accounts and cost centers.
• Performing variance analysis and account reviews to make sure balances are in line with expectations.
• Developing commentary to explain major variances.
• Financial Campaigns - Assisting with planning and execution of various financial campaigns throughout the year.
• Forecast, budgeting, cost action planning, audits and ad hoc campaigns.
• Holding planning meetings with stakeholders involved to establish key deliverables and the processes to execute the campaign.
• Developing templates and processes to ensure proper validation and consolidation at a segment and country level.
• Ensuring alignment with Group and Regional requirements and targets.
• Reporting Analytics and Compliance - Collaborating and monitoring with various reporting system owners to ensure proper account mapping, HARP compliance and reporting views are established.
• Systems include SAP ECC, SAP FC, Tagetik, QlikView and (SAC) SAP Analytics Cloud
• Process Improvement - Continuously reviewing for process improvement.
• Utilizing reporting tools to make processes efficient. (i.e. developing a report in a system to automate the delivery)
• Accounting Standards Compliance - Assisting in ensuring compliance and implementation of accounting standards (i.e. US GAAP standards)
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviours.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Education: Undergraduate Degree
• Required Work Experience: 3-5 years professional experience
• Required Training/Certifications: Enrollment in a Professional accounting program (CA, CMA, CGA or CPA) preferred
• Required Technical Skills: Advanced MS Excel skills for reporting and data analysis, Advanced MS PowerPoint skills for presentation to senior management, In depth systems knowledge and experience, SAP FC/SAP ECC/BPC, SAC, Tagetik experience an asset, Experience working with Google Suite (Google Sheets and Google Slides)
• Travel Requirements: 10-20%

Additional Requirements:

• Strong decision-making and analytical skills.
• Self-starting, flexible and responsive; able to make independent decisions in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks/assignments within specified deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both verbal and written.
• Able to develop and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, as well as internal and external customers.
• Effective planning and organizational skills (balancing multiple tasks and assignments within specified deadlines including ability to articulate project status to supervisor, other team members and customers).
• Strong computer skills, including spreadsheet and database applications.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependents, effective day one.
• A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life.
• Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning.
• Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges.
• Easy access to mental health and well-being support.
• Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions.
• Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services.
• Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities.
• Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits.
• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves.
• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment
• Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job.
• A flexible work schedule to help you balance professional and personal responsibilities.

We thank you for your interest. Please note that this posting is for an existing vacancy, and only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Lafarge is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Lafarge Canada Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.