Major Wire Industries Major Wire Industries is a global leader in manufacturing high-performance screening products, serving North America and beyond. Driven by advanced technologies and a passion for innovation, our headquarters in Candiac oversee five manufacturing sites. Since 1884, we have been a trusted partner to the aggregate and mining industries, continuously refining our screening solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers. At Major Wire, we foster a dynamic and collaborative environment where innovation thrives, and every team member plays a vital role in shaping the future. We believe in fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment where our employees can thrive. Join us and be part of something bigger! Here’s What We Offer Comprehensive Benefits Package – 75% paid by the employer Generous Time Off – 13 paid holidays per year, starting from year one Position Overview CONTRACT POSITION - MATERNITY LEAVE REPLACEMENT (12‑16 months) We are looking for a Financial Analyst – Costing and Inventory to join our finance team for a maternity leave replacement of approximately one year. This role is ideal for a finance professional who combines strong manufacturing cost expertise with a passion for data, business intelligence, and technological advancement. You will play a critical role in modernizing costing data, strengthening databases, and advancing analytical tools, while acting as a trusted partner to operations and leadership. What You Will Do Act as a financial reference person for cost accounting and inventory management processes and systems Ensure the implementation, integrity, and evolution of cost accounting processes for manufactured products Take a lead role in the technological advancement of costing data and financial databases, with a focus on structure, reliability, and usability Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and other departments to validate data accuracy and business logic Design, develop, and maintain BI dashboards, performance indicators, and management reports to measure operational efficiency Perform detailed variance analysis related to labor, raw materials, overhead, and manufacturing performance Analyze and explain company performance, including variances, waste, subcontracting, and process inefficiencies Develop advanced analyses using Business Intelligence tools, complex queries, databases, and artificial intelligence Identify opportunities to improve data governance, data flows, and financial data usage across the finance function Participate in cross‑functional strategic and operational projects requiring financial and data‑driven insights Contribute actively to the continuous improvement of financial, analytical, and operational processes What You Bring A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field CPA designation A minimum of 5 years of experience in cost accounting or a similar financial analyst role Bilingual (French and English), spoken and written Experience in a manufacturing environment Advanced Excel skills Advanced knowledge of Business Intelligence tools (Power BI) Strong experience with queries, database design, structure, and maintenance Demonstrated interest or experience in data analytics, automation, and AI, including tools such as Copilot Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills Strong communication and collaboration abilities Why Join Us? A high‑impact maternity leave replacement where your expertise will shape how costing data is structured and used An opportunity to work at the intersection of finance, operations, data, and technology A collaborative environment where innovation, rigor, and continuous improvement are valued #J-18808-Ljbffr