Junior Financial Analyst

ATS Industrial Automation; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation solutions company in Cambridge, Canada, seeks a Junior Financial Analyst. In this role, you will assist with financial reporting, month-end activities, and audit support while contributing to budgeting and forecasting processes. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, with 1-3 years of relevant experience being ideal. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, making it a great opportunity for career development.

Benefits

Annual incentive bonus

Stock purchase plan

3 weeks vacation

Health care benefits

Employee engagement events

Employee development programs

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in finance, accounting, or related roles.
• Basic understanding of IFRS and financial reporting principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end close and prepare financial statements.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analyses as assigned.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and support internal controls.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Working toward CPA, CFA designation

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems (e.g., JD Edwards)

Job description

Join our globally growing team at ATS Industrial Automation where we create complex automation solutions at the highest level that sustainably impact lives around the world.

At ATS, a publicly traded global company with a proud 40-year history, we help drive the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. At ATS Industrial Automation, what we do matters - both to our customers and to their customers. With 1000 skilled employees around the world, we design, build and service mission-critical automated assembly and test solutions for mobility, nuclear and specialty automation. Our customers are leaders in their industries and rely on us to deliver what we promise - on time and on budget. Combined with our broad product portfolio, financial strength and global presence, we provide our customers with the best automation solutions wherever and whenever they need them.

Total Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Rate: $48,000 - $66,000
• Eligible for Annual Incentive Bonus
• Stock Purchase Plan
• 3 Weeks Vacation
• Health Care Benefits + $600 Health Care Spending Account
• Employee Engagement Events (Employee BBQ’s and lunches, weekly snack day, etc.)
• Employee Development Programs

Major Duties

Join ATS Industrial Automation as a Jr. Financial Analyst, where you’ll support core accounting and financial reporting activities that keep our operations running with precision. In this role, you’ll assist with month‑end close, prepare financial statements, complete reconciliations, and provide audit support. You’ll contribute to forecasting, budgeting, weekly cash flow reporting, and cost analysis while ensuring compliance with internal controls and tax requirements. You’ll also help maintain fixed asset records, support capital expenditure workflows, and deliver timely financial insights that empower teams across the organization.

Specific Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements by gathering data and performing basic analysis.
• Assist with month end closing activities and maintain accurate entries in the General Ledger.
• Perform regular reconciliations of balance sheet accounts with guidance from senior team members.
• Assist in preparing year end audit support materials and help respond to audit requests.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analyses as assigned.
• Support the preparation of monthly forecasts by compiling data and running basic reports.
• Prepare weekly cash forecasting inputs and assist in reviewing variances.
• Contribute to the development of annual operating plans and budgets by providing data and analysis.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and complete accounting records.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and financial controls.
• Support internal control reviews by providing documentation and information as needed.
• Assist with approval workflow processes (e.g., forms, documentation gathering).

Operational Support

• Assist in administering the capital expenditure approval process.
• Maintain and update fixed asset ledgers with appropriate support.
• Provide financial information and basic analysis in response to inquiries from department leaders.
• Support operational teams by preparing reports related to cost control and forecasting.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance financial processes and reporting.

Tax & Regulatory

• Assist in preparing monthly HST returns and gathering data required for Statistics Canada reporting.
• Support compliance with local and federal tax regulations by maintaining accurate documentation.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Working toward a professional designation (CPA, CFA) considered an asset.

Experience

• 1-3 years of experience in finance, accounting, or related roles (co‑op/internship experience is beneficial).
• Basic understanding of IFRS and financial reporting principles.
• Proficiency with MS Excel; experience with ERP systems (e.g., JD Edwards) is an asset.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and communication skills.

Skills & Competencies

• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines with supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Willingness to learn, take initiative, and support a wide range of financial activities.

Health & Safety Requirements

All employees have the responsibility to work in a healthy and safe manner, report any health, safety or environmental concern to their manager or supervisor in a timely manner, and participate in the safety culture of the organization.

Employee responsibilities for Health, Safety and Environment include:

• Work in conformance with divisional health, safety and environmental procedures and compliance to legislative requirements
• Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout‑tagout methods
• Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts, defect in any equipment or protective device, and any accidents/incidents to the supervisor
• Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for assigned tasks
• Attend all required health, safety and environmental training
• Assist in investigating accidents/incidents where applicable
• Refrain from engaging in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct

Why should you join ATS Industrial Automation?

• Be a part of an engaged, empowered and innovative global workforce
• We offer a robust total rewards package- Competitive starting salaries, comprehensive health and dental benefits, overtime pay, employee bonus, RSP matching, Employee Share Purchase Program
• We provide awesome work perks such as treat days, gourmet coffee and beverages, subsidized breakfast and lunches in our cafeteria, employee referral bonuses and lots more.
• We are intentional about your professional growth and development through internal career opportunities and our educational reimbursement program.

The compensation offered will be based on the local job market and may vary depending on factors such as the job‑related knowledge, skills, experience of the selected candidate, as well as other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of these benefits will be provided when the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

This role represents an existing vacancy within the organization.

ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to a personal disability. We would ask that those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary.

The ATS applicant tracking system may utilize AI software with predefined, rule‑based filters to organize and manage application materials. Rule‑based filters operate solely on fixed criteria and do not perform autonomous evaluation or generate independent recommendations. All hiring decisions continue to involve human review and judgment.

If you're excited about this role, but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply.