Financial Analyst

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Dartmouth, NS, CAN
In-Office
Mid level
Food • Retail • Transportation • Manufacturing
The Role
Prepares financial forecasts, supports budgeting and strategic planning, performs period-end reporting and reconciliations, analyzes performance trends, improves reporting processes, and provides financial insights to leadership. The role also maintains financial policies and documentation while partnering with operations and internal stakeholders.
Summary Generated by Built In

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 financial policies, procedures, and documentation.
Qualifications
  • Degree in Accounting or Finance.
    • CPA designation or near completion (or 5 to 7+ years of relevant experience in a similar role) required.
  • 3 to 5+ years of experience in accounting or a financial analytical role. 
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
  • Experience with financial audits, Cognos TM1, government contracts, or payroll (all considered assets).
  • Experience working with financial shared services (AP, AR, Treasury, etc.).
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and stakeholders.
  • 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.

Skills Required

  • Degree in Accounting or Finance
  • CPA designation or near completion, or 5 to 7+ years of relevant experience in a similar role
  • 3 to 5+ years of experience in accounting or a financial analytical role
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders
  • Collaborative team player with strong attention to detail and data interpretation skills
  • Experience with financial audits, Cognos TM1, government contracts, or payroll
  • Experience working with financial shared services such as AP, AR, and Treasury
  • Canadian Controlled Goods Program requirements
  • Canadian Government Security clearance requirements
  • U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations requirements
  • Full-time, in-office presence
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The Company
HQ: Saint John
20,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1882

What We Do

J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) is a family-owned group of performance-driven businesses operating in Canada and the United States. Its divisions span agriculture, construction and equipment, consumer products, food, forestry and forest products, retail and distribution, shipbuilding and industrial fabrication, and transportation and logistics. The company emphasizes quality products, customer service, continuous improvement, and innovation throughout its diverse businesses to serve customers.

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