Financial Analyst - Accounting and External Reporting

Macdonald, Dettwiler And Associates Corporation; Brampton; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Analyst to join their Corporate Finance team in Brampton. This role offers unique exposure to the space industry, allowing you to work on complex financial projects within a collaborative environment. You will be responsible for preparing financial reports, conducting analyses, and liaising with auditors while gaining insights from senior management. If you are passionate about finance and eager to contribute to innovative space solutions, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values diversity and offers comprehensive benefits to support your career growth and well-being.

Benefits

Health care plans

Dental and vision benefits

Disability income protection

Life insurance

Group retirement savings plans

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• 3+ years in public accounting or corporate controllership.
• Working towards CPA designation or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounting entries and reconciliations per GAAP.
• Conduct variance analyses and prepare audit schedules.
• Support business integration and ad hoc projects.

Skills

GAAP Knowledge

Financial Analysis

Time Management

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Post-secondary degree

Canadian CPA designation

Tools

Financial Systems

Job description

Financial Analyst - Accounting and External Reporting

Job Category: Accounting & Finance

Requisition Number: FINAN008561

Posted: April 2, 2025

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Locations

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Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 3,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.

The Position:

The MDA Space Corporate Finance team is looking for a Financial Analyst - Accounting and External Reporting to join our team at the Brampton office!

You will get unique Space industry experience in a public company with opportunities to work on interesting and complex projects. You will work within a closely integrated team, with exposure to senior levels of management, as well as interact with cross-functional teams across the globe.

Job Responsibilities:

• Works closely with corporate finance, shared services and business area finance functions in the monthly close of financial reporting process and consolidation
• Prepares accounting entries, reconciliations and continuity schedules in accordance with GAAP
• Analyzes data, conducts variance and trend analyses and reports findings
• Prepares audit schedules and liaises with external/internal auditors
• Assists on ad hoc projects as required
• Independently researches and articulates GAAP guidance for specific business cases, such as drafting accounting memos or position papers.
• Business integration support

Job Requirements:

• Post-secondary degree, and has or is currently working towards the Canadian CPA designation (US CPA will be considered)
• At least three years of accumulated experience in relevant public accounting disciplines, such as Corporate Controllership of a public company or Public Practice Accounting firms
• Strong time management skills and communication skills, high level of professionalism and initiative.
• Independently research and articulate GAAP guidance for specific business cases, such as drafting accounting memos or position papers.
• Highly skilled with the Microsoft Office Suite, comfortable working with financial systems
• Comfortable working with minimal supervision

Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the Reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP), and be able to obtain higher clearances.

Benefits Statement:

MDA Space offers competitive compensation and benefits to its employees at all of its locations. As a member of the MDA Space team, you and your eligible dependents can enroll in a benefits plan that provides a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care, including: health care plans, supplemental and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans and an employee assistance program.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer with a strong focus on diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and candidates with respect and dignity. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000 annually. The specific compensation offered will be based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.