Job Title: Senior Financial Analyst
Location: Brampton, ON (Hybrid)
Victaulic, founded in 1919, revolutionized pipe assembly with the invention of the "Victory Joint." Today, it's a global leader in grooved mechanical pipe joining and flow control solutions. With over 4,000 patents and operations in 140+ countries, Victaulic serves various industries, including commercial construction, fire protection, industrial construction, maritime, mining, oil, gas, chemical, power generation, and water/wastewater. The company offers a wide range of products, solutions, and services, including couplings, valves, fittings, and engineering design support. Notable projects include the Hoover Dam, World Trade Center Complex, Eiffel Tower, and Shanghai Tower. With 5,500+ employees and 700+ sales reps., Victaulic continues to innovate and exceed customer expectations worldwide. For more information, visit www.victaulic.com.
JOB SUMMARY
As the Senior Financial Analyst, you will support the FP&A Manager by delivering forward-looking decision support and preparing insightful analysis on various financial aspects, including sales, gross margin, cost of sales, operating expenses, and other manufacturing and distribution costing activities. You will play a pivotal role in driving financial planning and analysis, providing actionable insights, and fostering continuous improvement across the organization.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Responsibilities
- Continuously enhance your understanding of Victaulic's industry, customers, and products.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Sales and Operations, to gain comprehensive knowledge of the business and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Daily Responsibilities
- Serve as a liaison between the Sales, Operations, and Business Intelligence teams to enhance financial reporting and decision-making.
- Lead business process efficiency reviews, taking ownership of tasks and identifying opportunities for system automation.
- Review and manage transfer pricing for all Victaulic affiliated companies, in partnership with the Corporate Costing Department.
- Conduct audit checks on system transactions and item costs, identifying and rectifying discrepancies.
- Assist in developing new reports and financial models to meet ongoing financial and management reporting requirements.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as needed to support the department's objectives.
Monthly Responsibilities
- Support month-end financial close activities by reviewing results and communicating variances.
- Prepare and present monthly financial reports to the regional management team.
- Analyze trends and provide insights to the regional executive team and Global Director of FP&A.
- Partner with Operations to manage cycle and physical inventory counts.
- Collaborate with Supply Chain and Operations teams to implement inventory reduction initiatives.
- Analyze results related to productivity and cost-saving initiatives.
Annual Responsibilities
- Assist with external audit preparations, providing schedules as required by the audit firm.
- Support the year-end standard cost roll-up and inventory revaluation process.
- Update documentation related to procedures and controls around inventory, costing, and FP&A processes.
- Participate in the preparation of rolling forecasts and annual budgets, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow projections, and capital planning.
- Partner with regional business leaders to analyze business trends and develop strategic recommendations.
- Continuously improve the forecast and budget processes to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- A minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience in finance or accounting.
- Professional accounting designation (CPA, CGA, CMA) or advanced degree (MBA) is preferred.
- Experience in manufacturing and distribution-based sales models is highly advantageous.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Strong business acumen and the ability to think strategically while maintaining attention to detail.
- Results-oriented with a commitment to quality and a sense of urgency.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and process complex data to generate actionable insights.
- Proven track record of succeeding in performance-driven cultures, adapting to shifting priorities, and embracing new challenges.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and effectively.
- Self-motivated and proactive, with the confidence and curiosity to drive process improvements.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain cooperative relationships across all levels of the organization.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook, with expert-level skills in Excel.
- Experience with Corporate Performance Management tools (Onestream, HFM) and Business Intelligence tools (Qlik, Tableau, Power BI) is required.
BENEFITS & COMPENSATION
- Competitive salary package.
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits, life insurance, and pension plan.
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning within a supportive and dynamic environment.
Join Victaulic and play a key role in shaping our financial strategy and decision-making processes. Apply today and help drive the future of our organization through your expertise in financial planning and analysis.
Salary: $90k+ (based on experience)
Victaulic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applicants without discrimination based on age, race, colour, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. Join us in creating an inclusive workplace that values the unique contributions of individuals from all backgrounds.
Victaulic is committed to providing equitable opportunities to all applicants and welcome applications from all qualified persons. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us at [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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