Financial Analyst

Job Description Are you ready to turn data into decisions? As a Financial Analyst, you’ll play a key role in shaping the financial direction of the business by partnering with operations to deliver timely updates, build forecasts, and support strategic planning.

Job Description Are you ready to turn data into decisions? As a Financial Analyst, you’ll play a key role in shaping the financial direction of the business by partnering with operations to deliver timely updates, build forecasts, and support strategic planning.

This is a hands-on role where your analytical skills and business acumen will shine. You’ll lead monthly discussions with internal stakeholders, diving into performance metrics and uncovering trends that drive smarter decisions. Your work will ensure financial information is accurate, actionable, and aligned with business goals.

This is your opportunity to grow your career in a role that blends analysis, strategy, and impact - while working alongside a supportive and driven team.

Responsibilities

Prepare, maintain, and update long-term financial forecasts using established financial models.

Support the development of the annual budget and organizational strategic planning activities.

Perform period-end reporting, reconciliation activities, and analysis to support timely and accurate financial close.

Identify opportunities for process improvements related to reporting and forecasting.

Provide financial analysis and insights to leadership.

Assist in drafting, updating, and maintaining contracts, policies, procedures, and documentation.

Qualifications

Post-secondary business degree in Accounting or Finance.

CPA or near completion (or 5 to 7+ years of relevant experience in a similar role).

3-5+ years of experience within an accounting or financial analysis role.

Experience working with financial shared services (AP, AR, Treasury, etc.).

Advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Experience with financial audits, Cognos TM1, government contracts, or payroll (all considered assets).

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Collaborative team player with strong attention to detail and data interpretation skills.

Due to the nature of work Irving Shipbuilding does, all successful applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Please note this position requires a full-time, in-office presence.

About Us Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.

At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.

We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.

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