Our Client is a global automotive parts manufacturer who is in search of a Financial Analyst to join them on a 6 month contract. For the right candidate, there is potential for the role to convert to a permanent position. The role is in office 5 days a week at their office located in Markham.
The Financial Analyst supports the finance function through financial analysis, intercompany accounting, supplier invoice management, reconciliations, reporting, costing analysis, inventory accounting, and month-end activities. The role partners closely with Engineering, Purchasing, Production, Supply Chain and Operations teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, timely billing, effective cost control, and continuous process improvement within a manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage intercompany accounting, including invoicing, reconciliations, and cost recovery.
- Reconcile intercompany transactions to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
- Process supplier invoices, resolve discrepancies, and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
- Support BOM reviews, supplier payment validation, and cost management.
- Assist with month-end close: accruals, reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analysis.
- Maintain inventory and balance sheet reconciliations for accurate financial records.
- Prepare financial analyses, KPIs, and performance metrics for decision support.
- Review general ledger activity and analyze expenses and forecast variances.
- Develop margin analyses for programs, tooling, and other business activities.
- Track program costs and engineering spend for accurate reporting and recovery.
- Improve financial processes, controls, and reporting tools.
- Build and maintain reporting tools, trackers, and financial models.
- Support audits and special projects
- Drive continuous improvement across finance processes and controls.
Must Have:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA is an asset.
- Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools; SAP experience is preferred.
- Advanced Excel Skills
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations, accruals, and financial analysis.
- Experience in manufacturing, engineering, inventory, or costing environments preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Additional Information:
The Mason Group is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process. We welcome applicants from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the recruitment process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
This role is for an immediate vacancy, and we are actively hiring.
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