Financial Analyst II - 9 Month Limited Term Employment

Seaspan ULC; North Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 82,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Seaspan ULC is seeking a Financial Analyst II to contribute to cost analysis, reporting, metrics tracking, and forecasting for Seaspan Vancouver Shipyards. This 9-month limited term role offers an optional hybrid work schedule after 90 days onsite, with benefits and pro-rated vacation.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance and 3–5 years of experience, with CPA in progress preferred, and strong knowledge of Canadian ASPE GAAP, ERP systems, and Power BI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or Finance.
• Working towards CPA designation.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of accounting and financial analysis experience.
• Knowledge of Canadian ASPE GAAP and related financial reporting requirements.
• ERP systems knowledge (Oracle, JDE or equivalent).
• Advanced PowerPoint, SAP BI/Power BI skills.
• Proficient in Excel and MS Office products.

Responsibilities

• Performs analysis, reporting, budgeting and forecasting services.
• Assists with annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasts for both operational overhead and chargeable project hours.
• Runs weekly labour reports, providing analytical commentary.
• Supports ad hoc analysis and modelling for business case development.
• Performs cost analysis to identify inefficiency and communicates root causes to management.
• Supports divisions with development and reporting of operational and financial metrics.
• Engages in strategic and cost management projects as directed by the Ops Finance Manager.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports, including labour reports and finance statements.
• Conduct variance analysis to identify drivers of financial performance and forecast compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data and ensure alignment with financial objectives.
• Adheres to processes and suggests improvements for standardization and efficiency.
• Performs additional ad hoc analyses as assigned.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial analysis

PowerPoint

Excel

ERP systems

Power BI

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA in progress

Tools

Oracle

JDE

SAP BI

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to the Operations Finance Manager for Seaspan Vancouver Shipyards, the Financial Analyst II plays an integral role in the ongoing development of cost analysis, reporting, metrics tracking, and periodic forecasting for Seaspan Vancouver Shipyards. You will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting financial data to provide insights and recommendations to management for informed decision-making, while helping drive standardization and performance across the organization. This role will interact regularly with individuals and management of the various supported groups.

Note: This is a 9-month limited term employment with eligible benefits and 3 weeks’ pro-rated vacation. This position qualifies for an optional hybrid work schedule after 90 days of onsite work and onboarding. Employee will be subject to the terms of the Flexible Work Policy Agreement.

What You’ll Do

• Performs analysis, reporting, budgeting and forecasting services.
• Assists with annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasts for both operational overhead as well as chargeable project hours
• Runs weekly labour reports, providing analytical commentary.
• Supports ad hoc analysis and modelling for business case development, as assigned.
• Performs cost analysis to settle areas of possible inefficiency and communicates those to operational management to resolve root cause and/or corrective action.
• Supports divisions and financial services teams in the development and reporting of operational and financial metrics to support divisional decision making.
• Strategic and cost management projects, as assigned by the Ops Finance Manager.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports, including labour report and finance statements,
• Conduct variance analysis to identify key drivers of financial performance and to assess budgetary and forecast compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather relevant data and to ensure alignment with financial objectives.
• Adheres to established processes and offers insights into improvements for greater standardization and efficiency
• Performs additional ad hoc analyses and other duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or Finance
• Working towards CPA designation
• Minimum of 3-5 years of accounting and financial analysis experience, or an equivalent combination of post-graduate education and experience
• Knowledge and experience in Canadian ASPE GAAP and related financial reporting requirements
• Ability to work well under pressure, be a problem solver, and prioritize multiple tasks
• Detail-oriented and analytical
• Knowledge in ERP systems (Oracle, JDE or equivalent)
• Advanced PowerPoint, SAP BI/Power BI skills; database management skills a plus.
• Proficient in Excel and other MS-Office products
• Customer service oriented, self-starter and initiative driven
• Excellent communications skills with ability to connect with others with tact and diplomacy
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Why you’ll love working here

• This role provides you a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate’s experience. We also provide the best-in-class health and wellness benefits package for this position, including things such as extended health care (i.e. paramedical services for massage therapy, speech therapy, mental health coverage, physiotherapy, and more), dental care, vision care, $500 personal spending account, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

The estimated salary for this position is $82,000 - $103,000. In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidate’s skills and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

About Us

Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America’s most modern shipyards and unique in its ability to provide a complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life-cycle maintenance work for Canada’s Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise-ships and deep-sea vessels. Seaspan Shipyards operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards.

To learn more, visit our website: www.seaspan.com

This position may involve defense articles and/or technical data regulated by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the U.S. Arms Export Control Act. In compliance with ITAR, the successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program as regulated by the Controlled Goods Regulations and Defense Production Act. The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security clearance throughout their employment in this position.

Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including, women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] for confidential support. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment.