Senior Financial Analyst

Kassen Recruitment; Cowansville; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A diversified industrial organization is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join its finance team in Cowansville, Canada. The ideal candidate will support financial planning & analysis, treasury management, and process improvement initiatives. Responsibilities include preparing financial reports, monitoring cash positions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree and over 5 years of relevant experience. This role offers opportunities for professional growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in FP&A, treasury, corporate finance, or similar roles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with Power BI or Power Query is an asset.
• Knowledge of ERP or financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports by compiling and validating performance data.
• Monitor weekly cash positions to align balances with operational funding needs.
• Gather requirements to improve reporting accuracy and timeliness.
• Support the annual budget process by collecting data and validating inputs.

Skills

Financial Planning & Analysis

Treasury Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

A diversified industrial organization with operations across multiple sectors, including energy, agriculture, mining, and transportation, is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join its finance team. The company focuses on acquiring and operating market-leading businesses and provides strong financial and operational support to its portfolio.

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Financial Analyst to support financial planning & analysis (FP&A), treasury management, business acquisitions, automation initiatives, and process/reporting improvements. Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, MD&A preparation, and a variety of ad hoc projects. The role reports to the Director of Finance and works closely with cross-functional teams to deliver timely, accurate, and insightful financial information.

What You\'ll Do

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports by compiling and validating performance data.
• Build and maintain financial models to support forecasting, scenario analysis, and decision-making.
• Provide analysis for management presentations and internal reviews.
• Ensure data accuracy by reconciling inputs, updating assumptions, and maintaining consistency across reports.

Treasury & Liquidity Management

• Monitor weekly cash positions to align balances with operational funding needs.
• Support short- and long-term cash flow forecasts and highlight liquidity variances.
• Compile bank transaction data to support reconciliations and reporting.
• Provide documentation for treasury compliance, banking relationships, and policy adherence.

Process Improvement & Automation

• Gather requirements from finance and business teams to improve reporting accuracy and timeliness.
• Assist in the design and maintenance of dashboards and reporting templates (Excel, Power BI, etc.).
• Identify manual tasks and support automation initiatives.
• Test and validate new reporting processes and system enhancements.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Variance Analysis

• Support the annual budget process by collecting data and validating inputs.
• Prepare updated forecasts as required.
• Collaborate with subsidiaries to gather variance analysis information and prepare commentary for the MD&A.

Ad Hoc & Cross-Functional Support

• Conduct financial data analysis for projects such as profitability studies, trend analysis, and cost-benefit reviews.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to provide finance insights that support operational and strategic decisions.
• Respond to senior management and stakeholder requests for financial information.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in FP&A, treasury, corporate finance, or similar roles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with Power BI or Power Query is an asset.
• Knowledge of ERP or financial systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Why Join

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and growth-focused environment where your contributions will directly impact business performance. You’ll gain exposure to cross-functional initiatives, strategic projects, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive and driven team.