Senior Financial Analyst (12-month contract)

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Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC, CAN
Hybrid
Senior level
Robotics • Analytics • Energy
The Role
Analyze financial results, prepare management reports, develop budgets and forecasts, manage standard costing, assess risks, track KPIs, and provide recommendations to management. The role supports strategic decision-making, process improvements, and cross-functional collaboration within ABB’s Electrification division. It requires strong financial analysis, communication, accuracy, and bilingual French-English proficiency.
Summary Generated by Built In

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.


The Senior Financial Analyst plays a strategic role in analyzing, planning, and managing the company’s financial performance. This individual provides in-depth financial analysis, prepares detailed management reports, and supports strategic decision-making through data-driven insights and recommendations.


This position requires strong analytical skills, a high level of accuracy, and excellent communication abilities to effectively present complex financial information to various stakeholders.


This role is contributing to the Electrification division in ABB Canada.


The work model for the role is primarily onsite.


This a 12-month maternity replacement contract

 


Responsibilities


  • Analyze financial results and prepare accurate and insightful management reports.
  • Develop annual budgets, financial forecasts, and profitability analyses to support business objectives.
  • Manage standard costing processes and drive continuous improvements in cost accuracy.
  • Identify financial risks and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Develop, track, and analyze Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and provide strategic recommendations to management.
  • Present financial results to stakeholders and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, process optimization, and cross-functional projects.
  • Collaborate closely with operational teams to support decision-making and achieve business performance goals.

Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in financial analysis, financial planning, or controlling.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis tools.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and adapt to a fast-paced, evolving environment.
  • Proficiency in French is mandatory, as well as English in order to communicate effectively with internal clients and partners located outside of Quebec.

 

Why ABB?


At ABB, we empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence.

You will grow through meaningful work, continuous learning opportunities, and support tailored to your career goals.

Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.


#ABBCareers

#RunwithABB

#RunWhatRunsTheWorld

#LI-Hybrid

  

Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)

ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:

• Women

• Indigenous Peoples

• Members of visible minorities

• Persons with disabilities

ABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
  • At least five years of relevant experience in financial analysis, financial planning, or controlling
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis tools
  • Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and prioritization skills
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and adapt to a fast-paced environment
  • Fluency in French and English

ABB Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ABB and has not been reviewed or approved by ABB.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and disability and life insurance included. Immediate eligibility in some roles reinforces the sense of dependable core coverage.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off offerings are described as broad, including paid holidays, sick days, volunteer time, sabbaticals, and, in some cases, 25 days of PTO. Flexible scheduling and remote-work options add to perceived time-off and flexibility value.
  • Retirement Support Retirement benefits are positioned as robust, including a 401(k) with company contributions or matching and, in some cases, profit sharing or pension savings. Stock purchase/share acquisition programs complement longer-term savings options.

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The Company
HQ: Zürich
104,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1988

What We Do

ABB is a leading global technology company that energizes the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. By connecting software to its electrification, robotics, automation and motion portfolio, ABB pushes the boundaries of technology to drive performance to new levels. With a history of excellence stretching back more than 130 years, ABB’s success is driven by about 110,000 talented employees in over 100 countries. www.abb.com

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