Intermediate Financial Analyst

Canadian Bank Note Company, Limited; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Bank Note Company is seeking an Intermediate Financial Analyst to provide strategic financial support across business units in our Ottawa operations. The role focuses on financial analysis, cost management, and monthly closes to drive better business decisions.

Hybrid work model (on-site 3 days/week) with eligibility for security clearance; the candidate will liaise with purchasing, logistics, sales, and operations to improve systems and processes.

Qualifications

• College diploma in Finance, Accounting, Business or Economics or equivalent additional years of relevant work experience.
• 3+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting positions.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (complex formulas, pivot tables, and data modelling) and cost accounting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial support to management for manufacturing operations.
• Perform cost tracking, variance analysis, and monthly closes and reconciliations.
• Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for business units.

Skills

Financial analysis

Excel advanced

Cost accounting

Budgeting and forecasting

Financial reporting

Education

College diploma in Finance/Accounting/Business/Economics

University degree (preferred) in Finance/Accounting/Business/Economics

Tools

MS Dynamics

Job description

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is a leader and trusted provider of secure document and adjacent enterprise-level system solutions across the following domains: border security, civil identity, driver licence/identification and vehicle information, excise control, currency, lotteries and charitable gaming.

Our Corporate Philosophy and 7 Core Principles shape and guide our corporate behaviours and underpin the sense of community you will experience at CBN. We seek long-term relationships with our employees and offer a competitive compensation package that includes health, medical and life insurance benefits and a defined contribution pension plan with company matching.

Job Description

Job Title: Intermediate Financial Analyst

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Job Location: 18 Auriga Drive, Ottawa ON

Work Model: Hybrid (on-site 3 days/week)

Job Status: Existing Vacancy

Position Summary

As an Intermediate Financial Analyst in our Finance department, you will be responsible for providing strategic financial support to CBN's various business units. You will be at the centre of the team responsible for providing the financial analysis and recommendations we rely on to make sound business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Operational & Business Understanding

• Gain an understanding of CBN's products and processes produced at our manufacturing facilities.

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Provide financial analysis and support to the management team for manufacturing operations.
• Review cost information for specific projects, track actual costs vs estimated project budgets, and analyze data for the purpose of assessing performance (estimate to actual) and monthly job costing.
• Monthly duties will include the accounting for sales, inventory, and monthly closes and reconciliations.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Participate in generating the annual corporate budget for manufacturing operations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Communicate with stakeholders across the organization including purchasing, logistics, sales, and operations.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Leverage your financial and industry knowledge and participate in implementing new software to better organize, evaluate, and manage future projects within CBN.

Qualifications

Mandatory Requirements

• Legally eligible to work in Canada
• Fluent in English (Speak, read, write)
• Able to obtain (in a timely manner) and maintain a Government of Canada Secret (Level II) security clearance

Minimum Qualifications

• College diploma in Finance, Accounting, Business or Economics or equivalent additional years of relevant work experience
• 3+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting positions
• Knowledge and experience with the following:
  • Cost and management accounting
  • Financial planning and analysis
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Financial reporting and reconciliation
  • Financial model development
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (complex formulas, pivot tables, and data modelling)

Preferred Qualifications

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or Economics
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting positions
• Familiarity with MS Dynamics

Equal Opportunity Statement

Our organization is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and LGBTQ2+ individuals.

We are dedicated to removing barriers and fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects society and we are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail] so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

AI Use in Recruitment Statement

As part of our commitment to transparency and fairness in hiring, we disclose that artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used at certain stages of our recruitment process. These tools assist in tasks such as resume screening, candidate matching, and interview scheduling. All AI-assisted decisions are subject to human oversight to ensure fairness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable laws.

We are committed to the responsible, transparent, and accountable use of AI, in alignment with Ontario's Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence Directive and the requirements under the Working for Workers Four Act. This includes taking steps to mitigate bias, protect candidate privacy, and ensure that AI does not unfairly influence hiring outcomes.

If you have questions or concerns about how AI is used in our hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail].