Senior Financial Analyst - Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis

Senior Financial Analyst – Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis

JDI’s Corporate FP&A group is searching for a Senior Financial Analyst to join our growing team. The Senior Financial Analyst will report to the Senior Manager of Corporate FP&A and will work alongside key individuals in the finance function including the VP of FP&A, Corporate Controller and Chief Financial Officer. The ideal candidate will bring a strong accounting and finance background, demonstrated analytical rigor and a keen interest in JDI’s operating businesses.

This position is based at our Head Office location in Saint John, New Brunswick. 

Key Experiences:

• Provide analysis and insights which guide company decisions related to funding, budget allocation, capital investments and strategic direction
• Create impact by partnering with business leaders across the enterprise to analyze performance and solve unique problems
•  Have opportunities for exposure across all of JDI’s operating businesses and leadership teams
• Present complex information in an impactful manner to a high-profile audience
• Leverage best in class forecasting and visualization tools to surface valuable insights

Key Attributes:

• A creative thinker with an aptitude for analyzing complex problems from multiple perspectives
• Able to derive insights from data that can drive action in the organization
• Capable of establishing strong, trusting relationships with key stakeholders across various functions
• Equipped with a strong understanding of financial statements and accounting principles
• Experienced with financial systems, forecasting and financial modeling

Responsibilities:

• Drive period review, annual budget and long-term plan processes and prepare related analytics
• Continually track and update analyses for changing forecasts and capital plans
• Play a key role on company-specific initiatives and analysis in coordination with business leads
• Monitor and report on industry / market data relevant to finance team and business management
• Assist other corporate finance groups as required (treasury, corporate services, tax, etc) 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's University Degree or higher
• 5-7 years of accounting and/or finance experience
• Chartered Professional Accounting (CPA) designation preferred
• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation considered an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with a strong aptitude in MS Excel and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with JD Edwards, TM1 and/or Power BI considered an asset

 What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and RRSP plans
• Flexible benefits
• Wellness support, including wellness allowance
• Paid vacation time
• Personal and professional development opportunities
   

About JDI

JD Irving Limited, based in Saint John, is an entrepreneurial, diverse and highly successful family-owned and managed company with operations in Canada and the United States.

JDI Finance is comprised of over 250 accounting and finance professionals who provide accounting and reporting, financial analysis, and transactional services to support the seven different operating divisions of J.D. Irving, Limited.

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