Financial Analyst - Toronto, Canada - Northstar Access

Northstar Access

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Northstar Access has been a trusted provider of scaffolding, shoring, swing stages, and other access solutions in Canada for over 50 years.

Northstar's customers depend on them for high-quality products, exceptional installation services, industry-leading experience, and a dedicated focus on safety.

Since 2012, Northstar has expanded from its original location in Southern Ontario, and now operates from 5 branches across Ontario, Manitoba, and British Columbia, employing more than 250 experienced professionals.

The
Financial Analyst - Inventory holds a broad range of responsibilities including inventory forecasting, budgeting, accounting, reporting, and providing operational support.

Position Responsibilities:

Support monthly/quarterly inventory forecasting requirements for both external and internal stakeholders
Perform inventory analysis and modelling to support organic & inorganic growth opportunities
Through financial and business analysis, drive better and faster decisions
Support development of fleet reporting and related dispatch dashboards
Assist/lead various projects to streamline inventory planning processes or capture new operational data sources
Support forecasting efforts related to capacity planning in inventory availability
Support capital allocation decisions
Maintain capital asset schedules
Manage yearend inventory counts and implement monthly cycle counts
Manage inventory software, process inventory adjustments, manage product catalog etc.
Manage the daytoday controls on product movement i.e., monitoring shipments and returns etc.
Liase with operational managers on key Business Intelligence insights and provide ad hoc analysis as needed; this could include product expansion, etc.
Communicate with vendors on product pricing when required
Other duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications:

Degree or diploma in Business, Finance, or Accounting is required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of construction equipment rental and sales, swing stage or scaffolding knowledge preferred
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas) and PowerPoint
High proficiency in Microsoft Power BI platform is an asset
Strong analytical skills
Proven ability to influence change and effectively lead projects; collect and analyze data; and develop and communicate recommendations
Excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills
Ability to adapt to a changing environment and meet deadlines
Ability to analyze business process and maintain internal controls
Ability to communicate with team members up and down the organization
Ability to communicate complex ideas to the Senior Leadership Team
Distill information into actionable operational insights
Enthusiastic, Passionate, Motivated, Team player
Strong communication skills both written and verbal
Results focused with the ability to influence, negotiate and mediate effectively
Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
Honest, humble, courteous, and able to demonstrate strong work ethics
Driven and ability to work with minimum supervision

You'll love working at Northstar Access because:

The People. You will be surrounded by some of the most talented, smart, supportive, and passionate teams - people you can be proud to work with.

The Business. Northstar Access Inc is an industry leader in access solutions in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia.

Management & Ownership. Northstar's ownership and management team are long-term focused. We are focused on making the right long-term decisions for the business and bringing in values-orientated individuals who can grow with the company over the long term. Being privately-owned and Canadian focused, we are not focused on quarterly financial results or short-term objectives.

Northstar Access is an equal opportunity employer. We value and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.