Junior Financial Analyst

Join our globally growing team at ATS Industrial Automation where we create complex automation solutions at the highest level that sustainably impact lives around the world.

At ATS, a publicly traded global company with a proud 40-year history, we help drive the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. At ATS Industrial Automation, what we do matters - both to our customers and to their customers. With 1000 skilled employees around the world, we design, build and service mission-critical automated assembly and test solutions for mobility, nuclear and specialty automation.

Our customers are leaders in their industries and rely on us to deliver what we promise - on time and on budget. Combined with our broad product portfolio, financial strength and global presence, we provide our customers with the best automation solutions wherever and whenever they need them.

Total Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Rate: $48,000 - $66,000
• Eligible for Annual Incentive Bonus
• Stock Purchase Plan
• 3 Weeks Vacation
• Health Care Benefits + $600 Health Care Spending Account
• Employee Engagement Events (Employee BBQ’s and lunches, weekly snack day, etc.) 
• Employee Development Programs

Major Duties

Join ATS Industrial Automation as a Jr. Financial Analyst, where you’ll support core accounting and financial reporting activities that keep our operations running with precision. In this role, you’ll assist with month‑end close, prepare financial statements, complete reconciliations, and provide audit support. You’ll contribute to forecasting, budgeting, weekly cash flow reporting, and cost analysis while ensuring compliance with internal controls and tax requirements.

You’ll also help maintain fixed asset records, support capital expenditure workflows, and deliver timely financial insights that empower teams across the organization.

Specific Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements by gathering data and performing basic analysis.

• Assist with month end closing activities and maintain accurate entries in the General Ledger.

• Perform regular reconciliations of balance sheet accounts with guidance from senior team members.

• Assist in preparing year end audit support materials and help respond to audit requests.

• Conduct ad hoc financial analyses as assigned.

• Support the preparation of monthly forecasts by compiling data and running basic reports.

• Prepare weekly cash forecasting inputs and assist in reviewing variances.

• Contribute to the development of annual operating plans and budgets by providing data and analysis.
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Internal Controls & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and complete accounting records.

• Follow company policies, procedures, and financial controls.

• Support internal control reviews by providing documentation and information as needed.

• Assist with approval workflow processes (e.g., forms, documentation gathering).

Operational Support

• Assist in administering the capital expenditure approval process.

• Maintain and update fixed asset ledgers with appropriate support.

• Provide financial information and basic analysis in response to inquiries from department leaders.

• Support operational teams by preparing reports related to cost control and forecasting.

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance financial processes and reporting.

Tax & Regulatory

• Assist in preparing monthly HST returns and gathering data required for Statistics Canada reporting.

• Support compliance with local and federal tax regulations by maintaining accurate documentation.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

• Working toward a professional designation (CPA, CFA) considered an asset.

Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience in finance, accounting, or related roles (co op/internship experience is beneficial).

• Basic understanding of IFRS and financial reporting principles.

• Proficiency with MS Excel; experience with ERP systems (e.g., JD Edwards) is an asset.

• Strong analytical, problem solving, and communication skills

Skills & Competencies

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to manage…