Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting or Project Management.
5-7 years of relevant experience in program finance or a similar role.
Familiarity with project management software (e.g., MS Project) is a plus.
Experience with SAP is advantageous.
Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and complex formulas, are essential.
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills are required.
Bilingual in French and English, both written and spoken.
Responsibilities
Set up and track project budgets, communicating work authorizations post-funding approval.
Monitor project performance, analyzing budget discrepancies and preparing corrective actions.
Assist the Program Manager with scope changes and risk management activities.
Prepare performance reports and conduct monthly financial analyses.
Collaborate with the Project Manager to develop solutions and support decision-making.
Prepare financial information for customers as needed.
Engage with various departments, including contracts, subcontracts, and general accounting.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a dynamic project management environment.
Engagement with cross-functional teams enhances collaboration skills.
Potential for professional growth and development in finance and project management.
Work in a bilingual setting, enhancing language skills.
Day shift schedule promotes work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Program Finance Analyst
Job Location: Mirabel, QC
Job Code: 44749
Job Schedule: Day Shift
Compensation Range: Between $57,500 - $107,500 CDN annually
About your next challenge as a Specialist, Program Finance:
Under the supervision of the Manager Program Finance, you will be responsible for setting up and monitoring projects to provide the necessary visibility in terms of planning, accounting and project costs control in a Project Management environment.
Essential Functions:
Participate in set up and tracking of project budget, as well as communicating work authorizations upon project funding approval.
Conduct periodic monitoring such as assessing overall performance of the project according to principles of Project Management, analyzing discrepancies between the budget and schedule and participating in the preparation of corrective actions.
Assist the Program Manager with scope changes and risk management.
Prepare various performance reports and carry out appropriate monthly financial analysis.
Participate in the development of solutions and decision-making with the Project Manager.
Assist with the preparation of the financial information for the customer.
Actively engage with various departments including contracts, subcontracts, Program management, general accounting and other.
Qualifications:
Bachelor degree in Business Administration - Accounting profile or Project Management
Specialization or Any equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
5 to 7 years of experience in a similar position.
Experience with a project management software (such as MS Project, an asset).
Experience with SAP (an asset).
Advanced proficiency in Excel is essential (pivot tables, advanced formulas).
Attention to detail, teamwork, analytical skills, and business acumen are sought-after competencies.
Ability to thrive in a results-driven environment requiring accountability and autonomy.
Bilingual French and English (written and spoken).
Eligibility Criteria:
Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada Reliability status and Secret Level 2/NATO Secret security clearance;
Must be eligible to meet the requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
