Financial Analyst

Job summary

The Financial Analyst is responsible for performing financial reporting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation. They also manage capital project requests, inventory tracking, and ensure internal controls align with group requirements.

Job details

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world. As a Financial Analyst, you perform financial transactions and validation of financial accuracy through reviews and analyses of financial metrics. You also prepare capital project requests and internal process reviews to ensure controls are in line with Group requirements. This role is contributing to the Electrification, Installation Products (ELIP) division of ABB and is located in Pointe-Claire. The work model is 100% onsite. Responsibilities: Performing financial reporting activities to close periods, (ie. journal entries, reconciliations). Preparation of financial reporting statements, business planning, budgeting, and forecasting. Validation of financial data accuracy by performing reconciliations and supporting documents. Inventory tracking and review of excess and obsolescence. Preparation of capital project requests, asset management, and project spending reviews. Ensure processes and internal controls within own area of responsibility are designed and implemented in line with Group requirements. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business, with future aspirations of a CPA designation. 3 to 5 years of experience in accounting, working as a Financial Analyst with manufacturing experience. You are at ease communicating in French and English. English is necessary to communicate with clients outside Quebec. Excellent organizational skills and enjoy working in team environments. Ability to multitask and demonstrate flexibility when assuming various responsibilities. Strong analytical skills, with outstanding attention to details and accuracy. Possess an enhanced knowledge of computerized accounting systems, especially MS Office software, primarily advanced Excel knowledge, and SAP/Torque or equivalent ERP’s. This job posting is also available in French under the title [Analyste financier]. Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada) ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including: • Women • Indigenous Peoples • Members of visible minorities • Persons with disabilities ABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.

What you’ll do

The Financial Analyst is responsible for performing financial reporting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation. They also manage capital project requests, inventory tracking, and ensure internal controls align with group requirements.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business and possess 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment. Proficiency in English and French, along with advanced skills in Excel and ERP systems like SAP or Torque, is required.

Benefits

• Inclusive workplace • Diverse workplace • Reasonable accommodations

Listed skills

• SAP · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• Inventory tracking · Preferred
• Asset Management · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• ERP · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred
• Forecasting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Financial reporting
• Journal entries
• Reconciliations
• Financial analysis
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Inventory tracking
• Capital project requests
• Asset management
• Internal controls
• Accounting
• Excel
• SAP
• Torque
• ERP
• Communication
• Employment Equity
• Organizational Skills
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Computerized Accounting
• Analytical Skills
• Microsoft Excel
• Asset Management
• Internal Controls
• Business Planning
• English Language
• Finance
• Financial Analysis
• Financial Data
• Financial Statements
• French Language
• Multitasking
• SAP Applications
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Manufacturing
• Financial Analyst
• Financial Analyst (General)
• Financial Analysts
• Financial and Investment Analysts