Senior Financial Analyst

Colas Canada Inc.; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Colas Canada Inc. is seeking a Financial Analyst to join their team. The successful candidate will conduct financial analyses, review financial statements, and develop key performance indicators. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The company values diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of accounting experience.
• Bilingual ability in French or English is a significant asset.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze financial statements for accuracy and compliance.
• Develop and monitor key financial indicators to identify performance issues.
• Prepare management reports and presentations for senior leadership.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field

CPA or CFA certification

Tools

Power BI

Job description

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Join Colas Canada Inc. as a Financial Analyst

Colas is a Canadian leader in transportation infrastructure—materials, construction, and maintenance. From roads to rail, airports to ports, we build vital projects connecting communities across the country. Supported by our network of Colas companies across Canada and worldwide, we offer innovative and sustainable solutions for transportation infrastructure.

Join the largest transportation infrastructure group in the world and help connect Canada.

Your Mission

With extensive experience in finance and accounting, you will develop and conduct relevant financial analyses for our construction and manufacturing sectors. Your goal will be to quickly identify areas of loss and initiate proactive discussions with management. A thorough understanding of new information technologies is essential to optimize processes related to reviewing the organization's financial performance, especially under tight deadlines.

Main Responsibilities

• Review and analyze the financial statements of our subsidiaries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
• Develop, implement, and monitor key financial indicators (KPIs) to identify performance issues requiring management attention.
• Analyze results across business units, identify trends, and explain major variances and budget deviations.
• Build relationships with functional teams and senior financial representatives by structuring financial reviews to quickly identify issues and provide explanations.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial consolidation and reporting processes for better review and synthesis.
• Maintain explanations for significant variances and leverage new technologies like Power BI to streamline reporting and enhance analytical insights.
• Participate in preparing management reports and presentations for senior leadership.
• Develop and implement new procedures and policies to standardize accounting operations across all business units.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.

Your Profile

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field
• CPA or CFA certification preferred
• 5 to 7 years of accounting experience
• Expertise in financial analysis and reporting
• Strong knowledge of new information technologies
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills in French or English; bilingual ability is a significant asset
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Our Commitment to Diversity

At Colas, we believe our workforce should reflect the communities we serve. We value caring, sharing, and daring, and are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, gender, or gender identity.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job functions: Accounting/Auditing, Finance, Management

Industry: Construction