Junior Financial Analyst

ABOUT MDA SPACE

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space 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 3,400 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.

The Position

We are seeking a professional to join us in an exciting role that provides exposure to a wide range of MDA Financial & Operational activities. The Jr. Financial Analyst will join our Robotics &Space Operations team at our Brampton office.

The Jr. Financial Analyst will assists in the preparation and consolidation of timely and accurate monthly forecasts, budgets and strategic plan, preparation of monthly schedules for corporate package, calculation of SRED (forecast and claim) as well as monthly reconciliations.

Responsibilities:

•  Prepares monthly cash flow forecast (Divisional and Major Programs), Executive summary and Working Capital reports.
• Prepares yearly budget- including Balance Sheet, Cash flow and Capital Expenditures.
• Prepares Annual Rate Package.
• Performs capital planning management and monthly forecasting/monitoring.
• Prepares monthly Business Analysis Reports.
• Supports SOX compliance audit.
• Support accounting functions as needed.
• Performs ad-hoc financial analysis and modeling as required.
• Customer invoice reviews.

Qualifications/ Requirements:

• 1-2 years of related experience
• Post secondary degree, enrolled in professional accounting designation (CPA)
• Initiative, willingness to learn and good business acumen are essential
• Ability to think logically, analytically, and solve problems.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and under pressure.
• High level of professionalism, initiative, and creativity
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision
• Strong time management skills and communication skills 

 

Comments/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).

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 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.

MDA 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.

MDA is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process.  Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

The compensation range for this position is $49,000- $62,000 annually. The specific compensation offered will be based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

For more information, visit www.mda.space.