Job Description

Position SummaryThe Financial Analyst supports financial reporting, analysis, and compliance activities within a manufacturing environment. This role is hands-on in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O), with responsibility for journal entries, reporting, inquiries, and data extraction. The position also supports transfer pricing compliance, intercompany transactions, commission and rebate management, system enhancements, and ad-hoc financial analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making.Financial Analysis & Reporting

Perform gross margin analysis by product, customer, and business unit to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Conduct variance analysis comparing actual results to budget, forecast, and prior periods, including explanations for key changes.
Partner with Sales and Operations to improve pricing, costing, and profitability.
Maintain standard costing models and support cost updates.

Intercompany Transactions

Manage intercompany loan balances and reconciliation.
Maintain and reconcile intercompany subledgers.
Work with international or cross-entity teams to validate entries and maintain audit-ready records.

Commission & Rebate Management

Calculate sales commission payouts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with commission plans.
Track, validate, and reconcile vendor and customer rebates, including accruals, claims, and true-ups.
Support continuous improvement of rebate and commission processes.

KPI Development & Reporting

Maintain key performance indicators related to gross margin, cost control, and operational efficiency.
Deliver monthly performance analysis to management.
Identify trends and recommend corrective actions.

Variance Analysis (Gross Margin Focus)

Perform detailed price, volume, mix, and cost variance analysis.
Compare actual results to budget, forecast, and prior periods.
Provide actionable explanations for margin deviations.

Month-End & Operational Support

Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules during month-end close.
Maintain documentation for internal controls and audit purposes.
Support finance projects, budgeting, and forecast activities.
Support short- to mid-term departmental and organizational goals.

Transfer Pricing

Support development and documentation of transfer pricing policies.
Ensure intercompany transactions comply with regulatory requirements.
Assist in preparation of transfer pricing documentation for tax compliance.
Coordinate with external tax advisors when required.

Special Projects & Ad Hoc Analysis

Support ERP system enhancements and cost accounting improvements.
Conduct profitability studies and scenario analysis.
Participate in process improvement initiatives.
Provide financial modeling and decision support as requested.

Systems and Tools

Use Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365 Finance & Operations) for journal entries, reporting, inquiries, and data extraction.
Assist with system clean-ups, master data validation, and improving D365 reporting accuracy.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
2–5 years of experience in a financial analyst or accounting role.
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations.
Strong Excel skills; Power BI or similar reporting tools considered an asset.
Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills.

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