Financial Analyst

Born from the merger of two complementary strengths, our client is dedicated to excellence and performance to further propel Quebec’s industry. Whether designing or manufacturing heavy and stationary machinery, every challenge is met with rigor, passion, and collaboration. We are currently seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented FP&A Financial Analyst to join our Finance team and support our global operations.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Financial Analyst will be responsible for the end-to-end management of financial data for all business units worldwide, including manufacturing sites and cost/profit centers in Canada, Europe, the Middle East, and India. They will play a key role in data integrity, financial analysis, and process improvement to support strategic decision-making.

More specifically, your responsibilities will include:

Financial Data Management and Production

• Oversee the consolidation, validation, and maintenance of financial data from multiple business units and regions.
• Design, develop, and maintain dashboards and reports (e.g., Power BI) to support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial analyses.
• Collaborate with regional finance teams to ensure the timeliness and accuracy of reports (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, cost centers, etc.).
• Lead projects for mapping, integrating, and migrating financial data between systems (ERP, BI tools, spreadsheets).

International Collaboration

• Act as a liaison between central finance and regional units to ensure alignment on performance indicators, cost structures, and reporting standards.
• Support local teams in analyzing and using financial data to improve performance.
• Standardize financial processes and reporting methods internationally.

Process Improvement and Systems Support

• Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements to data flows, tools, and reporting processes.
• Collaborate with IT, ERP, and BI teams to automate and optimize financial data pipelines.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling initiatives by providing reliable datasets.

Strategic Financial Analysis

• Analyze trends, variances, and profitability across product lines, markets, and regions.
• Provide financial analyses to support strategic projects, investment decisions, and operational improvements.
• Collaborate with management to prepare case studies and performance analyses.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, administration, or a related field (MBA or CPA an asset).
• 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, business analysis, or data-driven finance roles.
• Experience in a manufacturing, multinational, or multi-entity environment (highly desirable).
• Proficiency in Power BI for creating dashboards and financial visualizations.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with an ERP system (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent).
• Experience integrating data and business intelligence tools.
• Very good understanding of financial statements, cost accounting, and international financial practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in multicultural and remote teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to synthesize complex data and communicate clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• An energetic and friendly environment where teamwork and laughter are part of everyday life.
• A 37.5-hour work week, with reduced hours on Fridays.
• A hybrid schedule with only two days in the office, either downtown or on Montreal’s South Shore.
• Group insurance (75% paid by the employer), an employee assistance program, and telemedicine access.
• A progressive RRSP contribution program of up to 3%.
• A bank of 40 hours of paid personal leave for unexpected events.
• Paid vacation time based on experience.
• Social activities, team-building events, and a pleasant atmosphere.