Career Opportunity > Finance Analyst

Are you a team player with experience in manufacturing accounting and finance?
Do you have strong analytical skills? 
Then we have a great opportunity for you!

Looking for a company in excellent financial health and with strong growth? A manufacturer that has established a thriving network of dealers in Canada and the United States? A generous employer that offers a competitive salary, a host of benefits and has great family values? 

We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join our team in Barrie, Ontario to take on a high-impact role where your analysis and operational smarts will directly improve profitability, productivity and long-term strategy. Are you motivated by measurable impact, enjoy solving operational puzzles, and want your financial expertise to shape a growing manufacturer’s future? APPLY NOW! You'll find it all at Garaga.

JOB SUMMARY:

• Starting date: As soon as possible
• Number of positions to fill: 1
• Salary: To be discussed
• Remote/On-site: 80% on the time in office in Barrie
• Work Schedule: Flexible – 4.5-day work week (You can finish at noon on Fridays all year round if you like.)
• Benefits: All the perks of a large company, including a 4% employer contribution to your retirement plan and free virtual healthcare
• Employment Status: Permanent
• Shift: Day

 Role and responsibilities of the Finance Analyst:

• Serve as a core member of the Plant Management Team, partnering with leadership to drive results.
• Lead month-end analysis and deliver clear, actionable financial reporting.
• Analyze plant and production line efficiency and profitability; identify opportunities to improve throughput and margins.
• Support the General Manager with ad-hoc profitability studies (example: demold-time analysis) and strategic decision-making.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and manage inventory processes to optimize stock levels and cash flow.
• Calculate and monitor product losses (scrap) and propose reduction plans.
• Track quality costs and claims, and help improve performance indicators and KPIs.
• Participate in annual budget preparation and ongoing budget vs. actual monitoring.
• Optimize the use of Barrie office (leasing, transformation, space optimization).
• Evaluate and calculate profitability for new sectors (rails & struts) and new product lines (spring line).
• Provide financial support for capital and manage inventories.

Required qualifications for our Finance Analyst:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting; Finance or other relevant experience
• 3 years of relevant experience in Manufacturing
• Bilingual English - French (an asset)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Advance knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Experience with an ERP system
• Strong analytical skills
• Good priority management
• Must enjoy spending time on the production floor
• Attention to Detail
• Autonomous, resourceful and discreet

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Finance Analyst

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Small Is Beautiful!

Allowing all the flexibility and room to manoeuvre that you are looking for. The co-presidents are young, think big, and have the means to achieve their ambitions. They are at the forefront of the market in terms of products and technology; they want to become leaders in terms of employer brand and employee experience.  

Be Part of Something Big

Strength in numbers and experience! The Big Garaga Team, it's more than 1500 people in 4 plants (Barrie (ON), St-Georges (QC), Bemidji and Ponca City in the US). A Canadian family business that has been thinking big for over 40 years.  

Entrepreneurship at its best! A corporate culture of generosity, respect, and recognition.

Employee Benefits   

• Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan
• Group Insurance Plan
• Medical and paramedical insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Wellness program
• Nutrition information session
• Recognition of years of service
• Several activities organized by the social club (participation is always on a voluntary basis), drawings for all kinds of cultural and sports events as well as $100 credit for clothing items per year
• Well-designed integration program for new employees

 Diversity. Inclusivity. Collaboration. Garaga is an Equal Opportunity Employer.