Intermediate Financial Analyst
Canadian Bank Note Company Open · verified Oct 22, 2026 At a glance
Mid-level FP&A role at Canadian Bank Note Company. Ottawa · full-time · CA$69,000–CA$87,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Analyze manufacturing costs and project budgets, comparing actual spending with estimates to assess performance
- Handle monthly sales and inventory accounting, then complete close activities and reconciliations
- Help build the annual budget for manufacturing operations
- Share financial findings with management and coordinate with purchasing, logistics, sales and operations
- Contribute financial expertise to introducing software for organizing and managing future projects
What you bring
- At least three years in progressively responsible finance or accounting roles
- A college diploma in finance, accounting, business or economics, or equivalent additional relevant work experience
- Practical knowledge of cost accounting, FP&A, budgeting, reporting, reconciliations and financial models
- Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables and data modelling
- Eligibility to work in Canada, fluent English and the ability to obtain and keep a Government of Canada Secret clearance
Who this fits
This mid-level role suits someone with manufacturing finance or accounting experience who can support operational decisions and work across business functions. The job is based in Ottawa, with three on-site days each week. You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government of Canada Secret clearance.
From the employer
Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is a leader and trusted provider of secure document and adjacent enterprise-level system solutions across the following domains: border security, civil identity, driver licence/identification and vehicle information, excise control, currency, lotteries and charitable gaming.
Our Corporate Philosophy and 7 Core Principles shape and guide our corporate behaviours and underpin the sense of community you will experience at CBN. We seek long-term relationships with our employees and offer a competitive compensation package that includes health, medical and life insurance benefits and a defined contribution pension plan with company matching.
Job Title: Intermediate Financial Analyst
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Job Location: 18 Auriga Drive, Ottawa ON
Work Model: Hybrid (on-site 3 days/week)
Job Status: Existing Vacancy
Position Summary
As an Intermediate Financial Analyst in our Finance department, you will be responsible for providing strategic financial support to CBN’s various business units. You will at the centre of the team responsible for providing the financial analysis and recommendations we rely on to make sound business decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Operational & Business Understanding
- Gain an understanding of CBN’s products and processes produced at our manufacturing facilities.
Financial Analysis & Reporting
- Provide financial analysis and support to the management team for manufacturing operations.
- Review cost information for specific projects, track actual costs vs estimated project budgets, and analyze data for the purpose of assessing performance (estimate to actual) and monthly job costing.
- Monthly duties will include the accounting for sales, inventory, and monthly closes and reconciliations.
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Participate in generating the annual corporate budget for manufacturing operations.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Communicate with stakeholders across the organization including purchasing, logistics, sales, and operations.
Systems & Process Improvement
- Leverage your financial and industry knowledge and participate in implementing new software to better organize, evaluate, and manage future projects within CBN.
Mandatory Requirements
- Legally eligible to work in Canada
- Fluent in English (Speak, read, write)
- Able to obtain (in a timely manner) and maintain a Government of Canada Secret (Level II) security clearance
Minimum Qualifications
- College diploma in Finance, Accounting, Business or Economics or equivalent additional years of relevant work experience
- 3+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting positions
- Knowledge and experience with the following:
- Cost and management accounting
- Financial planning and analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Financial reporting and reconciliation
- Financial model development
- Advanced proficiency in Excel (complex formulas, pivot tables, and data modelling)
Preferred Qualifications
- University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or Economics
- 5-7 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting positions
- Familiarity with MS Dynamics
Equal Opportunity Statement
Our organization is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and LGBTQ2+ individuals.
We are dedicated to removing barriers and fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects society and we are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at recruitment@cbnco.com so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
AI Use in Recruitment Statement
As part of our commitment to transparency and fairness in hiring, we disclose that artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used at certain stages of our recruitment process. These tools assist in tasks such as resume screening, candidate matching, and interview scheduling. All AI-assisted decisions are subject to human oversight to ensure fairness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable laws.
We are committed to the responsible, transparent, and accountable use of AI, in alignment with Ontario’s Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence Directive and the requirements under the Working for Workers Four Act. This includes taking steps to mitigate bias, protect candidate privacy, and ensure that AI does not unfairly influence hiring outcomes.
If you have questions or concerns about how AI is used in our hiring process, please contact us at recruitment@cbnco.com .