Senior Financial Analyst

Our client, a renowned North American manufacturing leader, specialized in its field and supported by advanced technology, is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst. You will report to a highly regarded, people-oriented manager who is strongly results-driven. You will join a dynamic team that thrives on challenges, within a transformation-focused environment offering exciting projects.

As a Senior Financial Analyst, you will play a key role as a change agent by evaluating current accounting operations, formulating improvement recommendations, and implementing new processes aligned with industry best practices. You will also contribute to the assessment of internal controls, the identification of improvement opportunities, and the implementation of concrete solutions aimed at enhancing the efficiency and reliability of financial processes.

You will take ownership of month-end close activities and overall financial reporting for the main business unit as well as other group entities. You will prepare and analyze financial statements, perform general ledger reconciliations and analyses, and ensure the accuracy and consistency of financial information produced.

You will develop and maintain financial and operational reporting to provide timely and reliable insights to internal and external stakeholders, including the Board of Directors and lenders. You will also support management in decision-making by developing and monitoring key performance indicators and optimizing reporting processes to enable a more proactive approach.

Finally, you will contribute to the optimization of inventory management systems and accounting processes, the development of an internal control matrix to ensure appropriate risk coverage, and the implementation of an ERP system. You will also prepare all necessary documentation for external audits.

This is a true opportunity to make your mark within a dynamic and forward-looking organization.

Bilingual candidate with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in US GAAP, who will act as a true business partner. We are seeking someone proficient in financial and accounting ERP systems (extensive experience is an asset), as well as Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel and Word. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of accounting best practices and internal controls, along with a solid grasp of finance, budgeting, and operations to ensure credibility across all levels of management. Strong financial analysis skills are also required to support business growth.

We are looking for a detail-oriented, highly organized individual with a strong sense of accuracy and precision. The candidate demonstrates strong prioritization and problem-solving abilities and exercises discretion when handling confidential information.

The ideal profile also stands out for an entrepreneurial mindset, strong communication and influencing skills, and the ability to engage stakeholders toward optimal solutions. They possess strong decision-making capabilities, adaptability in a changing environment, and natural leadership that promotes accountability within teams. Finally, they collaborate effectively, actively contribute to team initiatives, and are able to challenge ideas constructively and respectfully.