Financial Analyst - Finance & Controllership - Co-op
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions
OfficeJob Description
Summary:
Support the finance team in Canada by performing a combination of Financial Accounting and Management Reporting activities within the organization. Support the site on a rotational basis in Operations Finance, Commercial Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis and Controllership to assist the teams on specific projects and tasks to deliver outstanding customer feedback.
Essential Functions:
Participate in month end close activities and act as a delegate for key tasks when needed.
Gather documentation for the annual audit and tax review requirements.
Review and reduce aged payables to improve Paid on Time metrics.
Create and update standard operating procedures to ensure consistency across sites.
Attend and review select inventory cycle counts.
Participate in fixed asset counts and assist with the maintenance and clean-up of the fixed asset ledger.
Monitor and review monthly HST transactions for accuracy and completeness and investigate / correct discrepancies as needed.
Monitor and review the completeness of labour hours reported for SRED eligible projects.
Assist the team with the management of inventory and annual standard cost rollover calculations.
Actively participate in tier meetings for either the manufacturing or packaging areas
Deliver financial and operational performance analysis, including product portfolio, to drive profitability using the Practical Process Improvement (PPI) Business System
Partner with business unit (BU) area managers to promote financial transparency and accountability.
Drive BU performance through established metrics (Absorption, Materials Usage Variance, Purchase Price Variance, Direct Labour efficiency)
Update weekly BI reports for overtime, labour efficiency and headcount.
Update weekly & daily revenue & performance trackers.
Work with BU area managers to understand routings and update when vital.
Complete actual vs. standard cost reporting by product to drive operational efficiencies.
Assist with updating monthly cost trackers and labour reports and preparing budget vs. actual variance analysis.
Maintain a safe working environment and report potential hazards.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High school diploma/General Educational Development (GED) Certificate is required
Working towards Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Experience:
University Student in Year 3-4
Equivalency:
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to prioritize multiple projects, work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines. Knowledge of Systems: SAP and Hyperion an asset. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong customer focus and drive for results with strong problem-solving abilities. Capable of setting clear priorities, organizing work, and making quality decisions. Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs. Proficiency with the English Language.
Standards and Expectations:
Follow all Environmental Health & Safety Policies and Procedures. Work collaboratively with fellow team members, modelling positive team principles and partnering to meet project and departmental objectives. Carry out all duties within strict compliance to quality systems SOP's and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). Maintain workspace in a clean and orderly fashion. Actively engage in and adhere to departmental systems to maintain a smooth and efficient workflow (visual management, scheduling systems, etc.). Be client and patient conscious at all times. Understand Key Performance Indicators and strive to improve the performance of the team by identifying areas for system improvements and engage in problem solving. Models positive thinking and is open to change, motivating the team to adapt to shifts in priorities and new ways of working. Proactively identify areas for improvement in the execution of procedures. Communicate risks to timelines in a proactive manner. Consistently strives to improve skills and knowledge in related field.