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The Financial Analyst is responsible for conducting complex financial analysis and managing the submission of Canadian government assistance claims. They also support global teams by identifying new government assistance opportunities and monitoring international claims and cash receipts.

Job details

Job Title: Financial Analyst, Government Programs Please Note: This position is 100% in office in Guelph, ON Job Summary The Financial Analyst, Government Programs position, reporting to the Government Programs Manager, is responsible for conducting and documenting moderate to complex financial and economic analysis projects related to Government Assistance. The Financial Analyst will be the lead and responsible for submitting Canadian government assistance claims and ancillary reporting. This position will also support a global team of country leads to proactively seek new opportunities for government assistance worldwide including researching global opportunities, partnering with Linamar’s business development team, and assisting with the execution of government agreements. Global responsibilities include regular management updates on status of programs, monitoring claims & cash receipts and working directly with global locations to assist as necessary with government claims, accounting and accrual issues. Responsibility * Perform the timely analytics and submission of Canadian/provincial claims including required government reporting * Support the domestic government programs submission process by collecting supporting schedules from plants, compile, analyze and consolidate in timely and accurate manner. * Perform accounting accruals, accounting for cash receipts/claims made and reporting * Support external audits as required * Prepare the forecast and budget processes, including presentation materials. * Compile information for annual, quarterly, and monthly reporting. * Assist with financial planning and budget process. * Interact with others in team and act as liaison between different departments. * Support the global team to seek out new government assistance opportunities that correspond to Linamar’s global expansion and business development plans * Support the applications for new Government Assistance programs * Support the foreign government programs to monitor progress of foreign claims and cash receipts and Linamar’s commitments to job creation and country spending Academic/Educational Requirements * Post-Secondary Education in Accounting, Business or a related discipline. * A CPA designation is preferred. * General technical knowledge of the automotive industry is an asset. * Ability to evaluate the accuracy of financial data. * Ability to prepare financial summaries * Ability to interpret graphs displaying revenues, expenses, liabilities and assets to evaluate key economic and treasury trends. * Ability to work in a fully computerized environment including advanced Excel and Word skills, knowledge of BPC SAP and IFS systems is an asset. Required Skills/Experience * Ability to discuss a variety of accounting and work-related topics with co-workers and colleagues. * Continuously maintain current knowledge of all organizational accounting practices through seminars, webinars * and professional conferences as needed. * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment * Strong oral and written communication skills * Able to work independently and in a team What Linamar Has to Offer * Competitive Compensation * Employee Benefits package includes but is not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc. * Opportunities for career advancement. * Sustainability Council * Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities. * Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts. About Us Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration. With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do. Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request. NO AGENGIES PLEASE #LI-BO1 INDGSFD

What you’ll do

The Financial Analyst is responsible for conducting complex financial analysis and managing the submission of Canadian government assistance claims. They also support global teams by identifying new government assistance opportunities and monitoring international claims and cash receipts.

Requirements

Candidates must have post-secondary education in Accounting or Business, with a CPA designation preferred. Proficiency in financial data evaluation, advanced Excel skills, and experience with ERP systems like SAP or IFS are required.

Benefits

• Drug insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Career advancement opportunities • Sustainability council • Community outreach programs • Auto supplier discounts

Listed skills

• SAP · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• Financial planning · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Financial analysis
• Government assistance claims
• Accounting accruals
• Budgeting
• Financial forecasting
• Data analysis
• Reporting
• SAP
• BPC
• IFS
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Communication
• Auditing
• Financial planning
• Management
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Economics
• SAP Applications
• Financial Data
• Forecasting
• Business Development
• New Product Development
• External Auditing
• Financial Analysis
• Financial Planning
• Accounting
• Automotive Industry
• Visionary
• Discounts And Allowances
• Accruals
• Economic Analysis
• Cash Receipts

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Manufacturing
• Government & Public Sector
• Director of Government Programs
• Financial Analyst (General)
• Financial Analysts
• Financial and Investment Analysts