Sr Analyst - Financial Planning

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 3,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.
 

Are you ready to launch the next stage of your career in the new space economy? We would love to hear from you!

MDA is seeking a Sr Analyst - Financial Planning to join our dynamic  Team located in Montreal. 

At MDA Space, we are changing the world and the space beyond it.  We work with the best engineers and thought leaders in our industry and we are looking to double our business in the next three years.  We are on a rocket ship ride and finding great talent is the fuel that makes that rocket soar!  If you are a relationship driven and results oriented recruiter who thrives on the ability to make a difference and are not afraid of a fast-paced environment, check out this opportunity.
 

Sr Analyst - Financial Planning will utilize their mastery of program management in order to execute Product Development Projects, or elements of a project, to meet the requirements of the Product Manager, internal clients, and the company.   The immediate objectives of this role will be to standardize, as much as possible, the product variants between all customers.   Close collaboration will be required with Product Managers, who establish the product requirements, and Customer Programs, who manage the end-customer need dates and schedules.  A larger objective of this role is to support the company growth by undertaking tasks that may not be in direct relationship to the management of the project (for example, interaction with senior management and line management on operational issues identified during the execution of the product development project).
 

 Role:

The Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Planning assists in the preparation and consolidation of timely and accurate monthly forecasts, budgets and strategic plan for Space Missions - Montreal. Once these activities are completed, financial performance monitoring and evaluation are required. 

Tasks:

• Prepares monthly cash flow forecast and Working Capital reports
• Prepares quarterly forecast for overhead and monthly reports to explain variances vs actuals
• Supports SR&ED filings, quarterly forecasts and audits
• Performs capital planning management and monthly CAPEX forecasting/monitoring
• Prepares yearly budget for Cash flow, OH, SR&ED and Capital Expenditures
• Prepares Annual Rate Package
• Supports Strategic plans
• Performs ad-hoc financial analysis and modeling as required
• Acts as delegate to Manager, Financial Planning in his absence

 

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 - 7 years related financial planning and analysis experience, preferably in the aerospace industry
• Must be able to analyse and understand the operations, as well as the key drivers of the business
• Requires knowledge of IFRS, cost management, financial planning and analysis models
• Functions well independently with minimal supervision
• Effective problem-solving capabilities
• Must demonstrate timeliness, detail and deadline-orientation
• Must be PC-literate, with a concentration on spreadsheets, modelling and graphic software
• CPA designation (CMA profile is an asset).

 

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We’re a dream team of purpose-driven, collaborative and passionate people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to ignite new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us forward to improve life on and above Earth. If you’re excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we’ll take you there.

We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA Space welcomes all who yearn to suit up and be part of it. An equal opportunity employer prizing diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to growing MDA’s and Canada’s leadership in this next golden age. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us.

Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the RELIABILITY status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP).
 

MDA Space provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including; extended healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans; and an employee and family assistance program.