Financial Analyst

Rheinmetall Canada; Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible telework

Private medical services

Employee benefits package

Cafeteria service

Gym room & entertainment

Free parking

Green surroundings

Job summary

Rheinmetall Canada seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to perform detailed GL analyses, reconcile balances, and support the monthly close. You will monitor cash flow, prepare reports, and deliver actionable insights for management decisions.

The role requires a university degree in accounting, 5 years of experience, strong Excel and SAP skills, and bilingual French/English communication. Hybrid work options and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• University degree in accounting required.
• Experience with month-ends or account reconciliations preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Analyze general ledger accounts to identify variances and trends.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations with justification of balances.
• Participate in month-end process, journal entries, and deadline adherence.
• Monitor cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts.
• Prepare periodic financial reports and variance explanations.
• Provide clear, actionable financial analyses for management decisions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to validate financial data.
• Contribute to process improvements and internal controls.

Skills

Financial analysis

Month-end processes

Account reconciliations

Data analysis

Bilingual (French/English)

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

University degree in accounting

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Rheinmetall Canada is proud to be part of the German group Rheinmetall, one of Europe's largest suppliers of defense and security systems and equipment. We offer innovative solutions for vehicle systems and electronic solutions.

Among the many benefits we offer: a flexible work schedule with teleworking (3 days on-site), private medical services, a complete range of employee benefits, a cafeteria service, an entertainment and gym room, free parking, and an environment surrounded by greenery**. Start your career with us while being recognized for your previous years of work and encouraged toward developing your future skills!

Here are your main responsibilities:

• Perform detailed analyses of general ledger accounts to identify variances, trends, anomalies, or items requiring follow-up.
• Prepare, document, and analyze balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring the quality, accuracy, and justification of accounting balances.
• Actively participate in the month-end process, including results analysis, preparation of journal entries, account validation, and compliance with deadlines.
• Monitor cash flow, including analysis of cash inflows and outflows, preparation of cash flow forecasts, and identification of potential needs or risks.
• Prepare periodic financial reports, performance analyses, and variance explanations.
• Support managers and management in decision-making by providing clear, relevant, and action-oriented financial analyses.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather, validate, and interpret the financial data necessary for analyses and reports.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes, tracking tools, analysis models, and internal controls.
• Participate in various ad hoc projects or requests related to accounting, finance, or financial reporting.

THE QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD POSSESS

• University degree in accounting.
• 5 years of experience as a financial analyst or general accountant.
• Experience in month-ends or account reconciliations.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data manipulation, common formulas, pivot tables, and preparation of analysis files.
• Bilingualism required in French and English, orally and in writing, to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of SAP considered an important asset.
• Ability to work with large volumes of data and draw relevant conclusions.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Rheinmetall Canada subscribes to the principle of employment equity.

*Rheinmetall Canada's clients and partners are mostly from outside Quebec, as is its subsidiary Rheinmetall Provectus, which is based in Ontario.

** Certain conditions vary depending on the status of the position.