Description :

Did you know that VIA Rail is carrying out ambitious projects to modernize its services and infrastructure? From our new ultramodern train fleet to ongoing improvement of our infrastructure and reservation system, we’re building the future of transportation in Canada. Working for VIA Rail is being a part of a collective effort in sustainable mobility.

Under the authority of the Director, Capital Governance and Investments, the Advisor, financial planning has the responsibility to:
• Prepare the financial documents to communicate to our shareholder, Transport Canada, including the financial tables of the Corporate plan, the quarterly financial results and the integrated financial plans (OPEX & CAPEX).
• Monitor the approved or requested financing according to the appropriation acts, while being involved, if necessary, in the financing negotiations with the government.
• Answer to the finance-related questions and requests of our shareholder and Central Agencies (Finance Canada. Treasury Board Secretariat).
• Elaborate and propose working methods to track financial benefits of the projects.
• Analyze and quantify financial impacts of business cases related to the strategic projects of the organization.
• Design, when required, financial models to support strategic initiatives of the organization.

Requirements :

• Bachelor of Administration or equivalent relevant experience.
• CPA or CFA is an asset.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of professional experience in financial analysis, internal or financial audit or preparation of financial statements.

Competencies :
• Based out of Montreal and Bilingual
• Minimum of 8-10 years experience in similar positions (financial analysis, internal or financial audit, preparation of financial statements, financial modeling (asset))
• Must have a strategic thinking mindset
• Must demonstrate strong analytical skills and have an eye for detail.
• Is a natural leader
• Be a team player and favor team work
• Be result-oriented, while delivering high quality work
• Be well structured, organized and autonomous and show a great level of initiative
• Able to build meaningful interpersonal relationships and to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of the government sector is an asset

At VIA Rail, we are proud to be an employment-equity employer and we strive to form teams that reflect the diversity of Canadian society. We aim to remove barriers to employment accessibility and aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone is valued, regardless of their identity or differences, to enable them to reach their full potential.

If you need assistance in making the recruitment process or the position you are applying for more accessible, please let us know. Alternate arrangements may be offered to individuals who request them at any stage of the recruitment process. All information received in relation to arrangements will be kept confidential.

Note that we will only contact those who are selected for an interview.

Why choose VIA Rail?
• Competitive salary and a generous compensation and benefits package;
• Flexible options for hybrid remote work;
• A close knit team of happy co workers;
• Numerous opportunities for career advancement;
• An environment that supports employee health and well being;
• A wide range of health and wellness benefits for employees and their families, including unlimited telemedicine service;
• To contribute to a sustainable transportation service connecting Canadian communities;
• First as an employer of choice and as the most trusted carrier among transportation companies in the 2022 Canadian Reputation study published by Leger.
• Learn more about VIA Rail: https://corpo.viarail.ca/en/company

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