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 acts as a strategic partner to divisional leadership, providing financial insights and analysis to support decision-making and business performance. This role combines strong technical expertise with business acumen, focusing on financial planning, forecasting, and business partnering.

As a core member of the Finance team, the Senior Financial Analyst is a primary finance partner, providing insights and recommendations to the leadership team for driving sustainable progress in our strategic initiatives.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

FINANCIAL REPORTING AND ACCOUNTING

Ensure financial reporting accuracy in accordance with IFRS and internal company policies
Lead the preparation of monthly and quarterly reporting packages, with clear variance explanations and actionable insights.
Drive divisional forecasting and budgeting cycles, providing forward-looking analysis to identify risks, opportunities, and recommendations for improvement
Maintain data integrity within the ERP system and contribute to enhancements of reporting tools
Support quarterly and year-end audits with accurate working papers and reconciliations.

INTERNAL CONTROL, POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

Maintain the accounting records in a timely, accurate and complete manner.
Ensure compliance with company policies, IFRS standards, and internal controls
Recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes, strengthen controls, and improve reporting quality .
Ensure the safeguarding of company assets.

BUSINESS PARTNERING & OPERATIONAL SUPPORT

Act as the primary finance contact for designated business units, building trusted relationships with operational leaders
Provide forward-looking analysis to identify risks, opportunities, and recommendations for improvement.
Analyze various profit streams and identify of key opportunities to drive performance
Maintain the financial components of the ERP systems ensuring data integrity. Provide subject matter expert support to other teams outside of finance related to the financial components of the ERP

OTHER

Lead initiatives to improve financial reporting tools, forecasting processes, and ERP utilization.
Implement automation and process efficiency improvements
Serve as a role model within the Finance team by demonstrating high standards in analysis, communication, and professionalism

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

A university degree or college diploma in business and/or accounting or equivalent business experience is required. CA/CMA/CGA and/or MBA with prior financial analysis and reporting experience is required .

EXPERIENCE:

5-7 years progressive experience in financial analysis, accounting, or business finance.
Proven track record of business partnering and delivering insights to non-finance leaders
Advanced Excel and strong ERP system expertise (JD Edwards or similar)
Effective Communication both verbally and in writing.
Hands-on, detail-oriented, and results-driven, with proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical, financial reporting and accounting skills.

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