ATS Company: Life Sciences Systems

Requisition ID: 15218

Location: Cambridge, ON, CA, N3H 4R7

Date: Aug 28, 2025

Senior Financial Analyst

The world isn’t standing still, and neither is ATS Life Sciences - We don’t follow the trends. We set them!

Are you interested in being part of a team that makes a difference? Join our growing ATS Life Sciences Systems team a division of ATS Corporation, a publicly traded global enterprise with a proud history, we are helping advance the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. Within Life Sciences Systems, what we do matters – we custom design, build and service critical automated solutions for medical device and pharmaceutical companies. We are dedicated to assisting our customers in improving the quality of life for people around the world. When there is no room for error, and product failure is not an option, leading life sciences companies trust us to resolve their production challenges.

Job Description

MAJOR DUTIES:

The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for supporting activities related to the financial reporting & divisional compliance processes. In addition, the financial reporting of programs, including financial performance reporting, cost accounting, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, and cash management in support of the program management team. Working with Finance team on month end close/reporting, reconciliations, cash forecasting, foreign exchange analysis, audits, preparation of accurate and timely financial reports.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

FINANCIAL REPORTING AND ACCOUNTING

• Developing and implementing continuous improvement initiatives with respect to the finance processes with the ATS Code of Business Conduct.

• Supporting the annual planning process at the program level (B/R/E/C/WC)

• Preparing weekly/monthly program forecasts (B/R/E/C/WC) & analyzing variances between actuals, forecasted & planned results.

• Preparing & analysis of the specific to this business unit

• Responsible for setting up project summary information sheets, receiving and reviewing work and task orders and ensuring pertinent billing information is set up for invoicing.

• Responsible for the Monthly reconciliation of any B/S accounts associated with the business unit.

• Responsible for analyzing and forecasting project costs; as well as developing, preparing, collecting and reporting on schedule and cost data for monthly project reports.

• Responsible for ensuring that the Cambridge Systems Division financial reporting is in accordance with IFRS.

• Responsible for preparing audit working papers on a quarterly basis, ensuring that all accounts are reconciled.

• Intercompany reconciliations and reporting & assisting with other monthly corporate reporting

• Assisting with cash forecasting & Forecast foreign cash flows for determination of hedge settlement

INTERNAL CONTROL, POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

• Maintaining the accounting records

• Ensuring that policies and procedures are adhered to in a consistent manner within the division, and that the financial reporting standards are applied consistently.

• Ensuring the safeguarding of company assets.

OPERATIONAL SUPPORT

• Analyzing various profit streams and identification of key opportunities

• Providing early warning of risks along with opportunities to allow accurate, timely information for business decision making including review and investigation of monthly cost variances.

• Reviewing project scope change and change order requests for proper justification, schedule impacts, and adequate budget and funding.

• Working with Project Managers to forecast work required to complete the project after identification of any scope/cost/schedule issues.

• Reporting project cost and schedule status to management for internal reviews as well as analyzing cost variances and recommending corrective actions for capital projects.

BID SUPPORT

• Supporting the bid approval process, working closely with account managers & the Director, Applications
• Ensuring any financial risks are mitigated (credit/FX/transfer pricing/taxes) & building in cost of financing & EDC costs to any bids

Qualifications

Education:

A university degree or college diploma in business and/or accounting or equivalent business experience is required. Must have or be working towards a professional accounting designation (CPA).

Experience:

A minimum of 5-10 years of accounting analytical experience is preferred; preferably in a job shop manufacturing or construction environment using the percentage of completion method of accounting. Individual must have the ability to communicate efficiently and effectively with people at all levels of the organization both verbally and in written form. Advanced knowledge of an ERP system (preferably JD Edwards) and advanced knowledge of Excel/VBA is required. In addition, the ability to work with minimal supervision and guidance in a team-oriented work environment is mandatory. Strong analytical, financial reporting and accounting skills as well as continuous improvement orientation are keys. Finally, the person must be hands-on, detail oriented and able to consistently meet deadlines, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and have a willingness to get their hands dirty and to resolve complex issues.

If you're excited about this role, but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply

Why YOU should join our ATS Life Sciences Systems team:

We value our PEOPLE - The foundation of a great company is having the best team which is why we continuously work to develop, engage, empower and energize our people. The best people want to work with the best team - the best teams are diverse and inclusive teams.

What we do MATTERS - our Life Sciences projects contribute to improving the lives of people around the world! ATS has made a commitment to be carbon neutral by 2030!

INNOVATION and PROBLEM SOLVING is at our core - Our pursuit of continuous improvement in everything we do. Our focus is on building diverse teams, stimulating innovation by challenging conventional thinking, encouraging fresh ideas and promoting creative problem-solving

We prioritize internal GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT - ATS offers endless opportunities for professional growth and development – with a tuition reimbursement program, individual development programs and a commitment to promoting from within - there is space for you to grow your career at ATS!

We offer COMPETITIVE Total Rewards - Competitive starting salaries, overtime pay eligibility, paid vacation, Employee Incentive Bonus program, comprehensive health and dental benefits including Lifestyle Spending Account, 5% RRSP matching program and optional Employee Share Purchase Program

A place to BELONG: We celebrate our differences and ensure that all employees have equal opportunities for growth and development. We believe that diversity of thought, background, and experiences is essential for our success and innovation.

ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to a personal disability. We would ask that those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary