Senior Finance Analyst - Operations Finance & Analytics

Napoleon; Barrie; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life 보험 –

Long Term Disability Protection

Well-being support programs and tele-

Employee & Family Assistance Program (

Training Allowance and continuous学习机会

Leadership development and mentorship

Clear pathways for advancement

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Job summary

Napoleon is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst – Operations Finance & Analytics to partner with Manufacturing and corporate functions, delivering decision-support analysis, KPI reporting and tax coordination. You’ll own forecasts, month-end close activities, budgeting, and cost analyses for manufacturing divisions, focusing on actionable insights and efficiency.

You’ll work with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, HR, IT and Finance to translate data into strategic recommendations and drive

Qualifications

• University bachelor’s degree or College Diploma in Business Administration, Commerce, Economics and/or Accounting & Finance.
• Minimum three (3) years progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing environment is a strong asset.
• CPA designation preferred or completed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver monthly management reporting and KPI packages with consolidation and variance commentary.
• Analyze divisional and operational financial performance including sales, margin, labour, production, and expenses.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for Operations, headcount and costs.
• Provide financial analysis for business initiatives, including cost reduction and capital projects.
• Coordinate month-end close activities: journal entries, reconciliations, and P&L support.
• Coordinate tax reporting and compliance activities and respond to inquiries.
• Perform fixed-asset and CAPEX analysis and capitalization tracking.
• Develop recurring operational and management reporting dashboards for Operations/IT.
• Partner with stakeholders to improve reporting data quality and accountability.
• Identify process improvements and automation opportunities.
• Assist year-end audit work and ad hoc analyses.
• Conduct special projects as assigned.

Skills

Strong analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Multi-priority management

Education

Bachelor’s or College Diploma in Business/Accounting

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Power BI

Job description

Napoleon leads the way with innovative engineering, advanced manufacturing techniques, unsurpassed customer service and remarkable product quality. Our award-winning products offer a best-in-class experience for all customers’ home comfort needs. While we are proudly Canadian, Napoleon is also fortunate to operate on a world-wide scale.

The warmth and experience that Napoleon product brings to the homes of our customers transcends borders, language, and cultures to elevate everyday experiences, so you love being home. Throughout North America, Europe, South America and Asia, Napoleon creates memorable moments through our stunning designs and innovative technologies.

This posting is for an existing permanent vacancy and is actively being recruited for.

Job Title: Senior Finance Analyst - Operations Finance & Analytics

Reporting to: Manager of Finance, Operations

Job Purpose: Provides decision-support analysis, management reporting, and tax-related coordination for Napoleon’s manufacturing divisions and corporate functions. Partners with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, HR, IT, and Finance to explain business performance, identify risks and opportunities, and support informed operating and investment decisions. Owns assigned KPI, forecasts, divisional reporting, and tax deliverables, translating validated financial and operational data into clear recommendations and commentary.

• Strong Communication
• Cross-Functional
• Collaboration, Adaptability & Agility

Key Job Functions:

1. Prepare and deliver monthly management reporting and KPI packages, including consolidation, validation, trend analysis, variance commentary, and recommendations for SMT and functional leaders

2. Analyze divisional and operational financial performance, including sales, margin, labour, headcount, production, expenses, and key operational drivers versus budget, forecast, and prior periods.

3. Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for Operations, including headcount, build plans, labour, operating costs, volume, capacity, and other key assumptions.

4. Provide financial analysis and decision support for business initiatives, including business cases, scenario analysis, cost-reduction initiatives, continuous improvement, sustainability/innovation projects, and special projects.

5. Coordinate and perform assigned month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, prepaids, fixed assets, inventory-related analysis, and P&L/balance-sheet support.

6. Coordinate assigned tax reporting and compliance activities, including preparation of schedules, reconciliations, supporting documentation, filing requirements, and responses to tax inquiries/audits.

7. Perform fixed-asset and capital expenditure analysis, including asset additions/disposals, depreciation forecasting, CAPEX proposal reviews, budget reconciliation, and tracking of approved expenditures. 10% Wolf Steel Ltd., Napoleon Home Comfort

8. Develop and maintain recurring operational and management reporting, including Operations/IT dashboards, backlog, customer/Big Box, headcount, AR, and other assigned reporting requirements.

9. Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to improve financial and operational reporting, including KPI definitions, data quality, accountability, and follow-up on material issues and actions.

10. Identify and implement reporting, process, and control improvements, including automation, standardization, documentation, and improvements to data integrity and reporting efficiency.

11. Support year-end audit requirements and other corporate finance activities, including working papers, information requests, presentations, Board/leadership materials, and ad hoc analysis.

12. Undertake ad hoc analysis and special projects as assigned

Skills / Knowledge / Experience / Education Required:

• Minimum Education: University bachelor’s degree or College Diploma in Business Administration, Commerce, Economics and/or Accounting & Finance.
• Minimum Years of Experience: Minimum three (3) years progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing environment considered as a strong asset.
• Certifications Required: Preference will be given to individuals who have completed a recognized Accounting/Finance Designation (CPA).
• Computer Software Requirement: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with strong PowerPoint and Outlook skills, experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred), working knowledge of Power BI or other business intelligence tools is an asset
• Specialized Skills: Strong analytical mindset with a keen attention to detail
• Proactively seeks clarification and asks questions when uncertain, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and in alignment with expectations
• Ability to translate operational data into actionable financial insights - Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and inventory flows
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and consistently completes routine or repetitive tasks with accuracy and minimal errors
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Collaborative, team-oriented, and solutions-driven
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Proactive mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

At Napoleon, we believe in creating an environment where our Associates can thrive personally and professionally. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage – 100% of premiums paid by the Company!
• Long Term Disability Protection
• Well-being support programs and virtual medical visits
• Employee & Family Assistance Program for mental health and well-being (EAP)
• Training Allowance and continuous learning opportunities and programs
• Leadership development and mentorship programs
• Clear pathways for advancement

Culture & Community

• Appreciation events, raffles, and team building activities
• Napoleon Cares – A fund sponsored by Associates to help Associates in times of need
• Competitive total compensation package, inclusive of bonus opportunity
• Retirement savings plan with matching Company contributions (RRSP/DPSP)
• Exclusive Associate discounts on our award-winning products

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure:

As part of our commitment to transparency and fairness in hiring, we disclose that automated tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), may be used to support parts of the recruitment process. This may include functions such as resume parsing, candidate ranking, or initial screening. These tools do not make final hiring decisions but may assist Talent Acquisition in evaluating applications. AI tools used may include systems based on algorithms, statistical models, or machine learning.

The Napoleon Group of Companies is committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain Associates with disabilities. This includes providing accessibility across all stages of the employment cycle. Accommodation is available upon request.

We thank you for your interest in The Napoleon Group of Companies and for participating in our competition. Only those candidates selected for consideration will be contacted.