Senior Financial Analyst

Metro Supply Chain; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in supply chain solutions is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to provide insightful financial analysis and reporting. The role involves preparing financial statements, conducting variance analysis, and ensuring the integrity of financial records. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in accounting and at least 5 years of experience, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Wellness programs

Retirement Savings Program with company match

Employee Appreciation Day

Company sponsored social events

Community volunteering

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in accounting.
• Bilingual (English and French) required.
• Strong background in GAAP for private enterprise.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare executive-level financial performance reports.
• Conduct variance analysis and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual statutory financial statements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft D365 Business

Job description

Join our team

Metro Supply Chain is a strategic supply chain solutions partner to some of the world’s fastest growing and most reputable organizations. For 50 years, it has excelled at tailoring integrated, data-driven solutions, fueled by advanced systems and technology, that fulfill complex and challenging distribution needs. Managing 19 million square feet operating out of more than 175 sites across North America and Europe with a team of 9,000, it is one of Canada’s largest privately owned supply chain solutions companies. Metro Supply Chain is a 2024 winner of the Canada’s Best Managed Companies program, recognized for its strategic expertise, culture of innovation and commitment to its people and local communities.

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director – Financial Reporting, the Senior Financial Analyst is a critical role in producing insightful financial analysis and reporting to senior management, shareholders, Board of Directors, and lenders, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities to support strategic decision-making.

The incumbent will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. Theywill also contribute to document accounting policies, implement and communicate them across the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and prepare executive-level financial performance reports, presentations and dashboards.
• Conduct variance analysis, valuate cost structure, identify trends, risks and cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual statutory financial statements.
• Assist with year-end audits and provide documentation and support as needed.
• Contribute to document accounting policies for the organization.
• Assist with corporation taxes and insurance related matters.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, enhance efficiency, and strengthen internal controls, implementing best practices as needed.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years experience.
• Experience in an accounting firm.
• Bilingual (English and French) as this role must communicate with out of province stakeholders.
• Strong background in accounting principles (GAAP for private enterprise), consolidation and financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret financial data and trends effectively.
• Outstanding organisational skills including the ability to manage and prioritise concurrent tasks, meet deadlines and to work in an independent, flexible manner where required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage with a broad range of stakeholders (both internal and external) both in the provision of information, support and advice.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, rapidly evolving organization.
• Self-motivated and pro-active achiever able to meet deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft D365 Business experience (preferable).

Why Join Us

• Work in an environment where safety is our first priority
• The opportunity to build a career with a growing company
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Life and disability insurance
• Wellness programs to support your family’s well-being
• A Retirement Savings Program with a company match
• Employee Appreciation Day
• Company sponsored social events
• Community volunteering

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