Financial Analyst

Join to apply for the Financial Analyst role at Cascades. CASCADES WELCOMES YOU HOME – FINANCIAL ANALYST – REXDALE, ONTARIO Kickstart your Finance Career with Cascades Are you a recent finance graduate eager to gain hands‑on experience in manufacturing while advancing toward your CPA designation? This Financial Analyst role offers a unique 2–3 year opportunity to build a strong foundation in cost analysis, budgeting, and financial reporting across multiple sites. Join a collaborative team, learn from seasoned professionals, and position yourself for career growth into a Controller role—all while contributing to a company committed to sustainability and innovation. At Cascades, Sustainable Development means Respecting the True Nature of our 10,000 talents. We put you first: Benefits Career pathways that support your goals Excellent Benefits Package offering health options, life insurance, time off and more Financial Benefits include 401(k) Retirement Plan, Profit Sharing & Stock Options Well‑Being Benefits include EAP options, lifestyle Benefits, legal plan, critical illness, etc. Base Exempt Starting Salary for Financial Analyst is $61,000k - $67,000k Profit Sharing Target % + Base Salary = Annual Compensation Starting wage is based on candidate’s qualifications, experience, and relevant skills. Responsibilities Support Month‑End Close by preparing and reviewing journal entries and analyze balance sheet activities. Analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and trends to support operational decision‑making. Prepare monthly financial reports, forecasts, and budgets for Specialties Ontario Plants. Assist Controllers with special projects and assignments. Track and report on capital expenditures and project ROI. Support inventory valuation, standard costing, and cycle count analysis. Assist in the development of annual operating plans and long‑range forecasts. Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX and corporate financial policies. Guarantee that the financial information produced is reliable and complete. Adhere to the internal control structure to minimize the business risks inherent in operations or fraud. Relevant Experience & Strengths Experience with standard costing, variance analysis (material, labor, overhead), and cost of goods sold (COGS) reporting. Familiarity with raw material cost tracking (e.g., pulp, chemicals, energy) Ability to develop strong partnerships with production, maintenance, and supply chain teams to align financial goals with operational performance. Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems (MES) and inventory management tools. Analytical thinking with the ability to interpret complex data sets and translate them into actionable insights. Proactive in identifying inefficiencies and recommending cost saving measures. Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement initiatives is a plus. Strong interpersonal skills: ability to work well and communicate with others. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or business administration or similar degree required. Progress toward CPA designation highly desirable. 1‑3 years’ experience in financial analysis, combination of work and education will be considered. Strong understanding of cost accounting and manufacturing operations. Proficiency in Excel, ERP systems and financial modeling. Cascades believes in the success of an inclusive organization that values diversity within its team. Cascades will consider all those qualified for this position. About Cascades Being part of Cascades means revealing the full potential of matter, people, and ideas. We are a source of possibilities. Since 1964, we have been offering sustainable, innovative, and value‑creating solutions in terms of packaging, hygiene and recovery. Join 10,000 women and men working in a network of more than 65 business units located in North America. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full‑time Job Function Finance and Sales Industries Packaging and Containers Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr