Program Finance Analyst

General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada; London; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada is seeking a detail‑oriented finance professional to act as the financial POC for assigned programs and contracts. You will partner with the program office and IPTs on bids, forecasts, and financial performance delivery.

The role involves month‑end reconciliations, accounting entries, reporting, and supporting internal and external audits, with opportunities to develop analytical and collaboration skills in a dynamic defence industry.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Business with a focus in Accounting/Finance or equivalent.
• CPA designation in progress is preferred.
• Experience in financial analysis, reporting and forecasts is valued.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Financial POC for all aspects related to assigned Programs/Contracts among the GDLS portfolio.
• Provide financial forecasts, variance reporting and analysis to internal and external customers.
• Month end reconciliations, accounting entries and program performance status reporting and billing activities.
• Support internal and external audits with thorough analyses.

Skills

Analytical skills

Oral & written communication

Excel / MS Office

Travel readiness

Education

Degree or Diploma in Business (Accounting/Finance)

Accounting designation in progress (CPA-CA, CPA-CMA, CGA)

Tools

Oracle

Hyperion

OBIEE

Job description

Description

At General Dynamics Land Systems we put our Customers at the centre of everything we do. Our commitment to protect and enable the people who serve drives us to develop products and systems that give them a clear advantage for mission success. We are looking for passionate individuals to help us deliver innovative, unique solutions to our Customers.

Description

At General Dynamics Land Systems we put our Customers at the centre of everything we do. Our commitment to protect and enable the people who serve drives us to develop products and systems that give them a clear advantage for mission success. We are looking for passionate individuals to help us deliver innovative, unique solutions to our Customers.

Key Job Elements

• Act as the Financial POC for all aspects related to the assigned Programs/Contracts among the GDLS domestic and international portfolio Work with the Program Office and IPTs on Bid & Proposal for new business, while also managing Financials for existing contracts
• Provide financial forecasts, variance reporting and analysis, and other related financial reporting to internal and external customers
• Routine tasks include month end reconciliations, accounting entries and Program performance status reporting and billing activities
• Non-routine tasks may include special expense analysis projects, ad hoc financial reporting and thorough comparisons of budgets to forecasts Support both internal and external audits

Required Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Business with a focus in Accounting/Finance or equivalent
• Minimum 1-2 years of related work experience
• Demonstrated analytical and decision making skills
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills in Excel as well as other Microsoft office applications
• Ability to travel (5% Canadian, 5% US & lnt'I) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport

Preferred Qualifications

• Accounting designation complete or in progress (CPA-CA, CPA-CMA, CGA)
• Demonstrated skills with Oracle, Hyperion and OBIEE applications an asset

Working Conditions:

Physical Conditions and Hazards:

The conditions in which an individual or staff works, including but not limited to such things as amenities, physical environment, stress and noise levels, degree of safety or danger, temperature, location.

• Physical Environment: Office
• Hazards: NA

Physical Demands Description:

This section objectively captures and describes the physical demands that are required to perform a particular job or role. Usually completed by the ergonomist Usual mobility demands required are standing, walking, sitting, and stair climbing to access upper offices.

Equipment Utilized:

• Computer
• Phone
• Mobile device

Medical Surveillance

May include: Anthropometrical Size Restrictions depending on task

Personal Protective Equipment:

Applicable when interacting with shop floor (safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection. extraction coveralls)