Financial Analyst, I&T Finance

Main Responsibilities

Analysis and Support

• Process transactions, journal entries, accruals and Purchase Orders (PO)'s Goods Receipts and Requisitions
• Assist Financial Partners in managing financial impact of projects including preparing business cases, monitoring project scopes, timelines, and benefits
• Assist Financial Partners in preparing the annual budget, monthly actuals, Year-End Outlooks (YEO), financial reporting, and analysis
• Maintain system data to ensure integrity of portfolio's financial information
• Perform data gathering and analysis on any queries related to financial matters, including accounting treatment, policies, budgets, and financial performance

Financial Control

• Collaborate with Accounting, Financial Planning, and Supply Management for all queries related to assigned portfolio under the guidance of Financial Partners
• Monitor and control actual financial results and portfolio activities to identify any corrective measures required to achieve financial targets
• Ensure compliance to policies, regulations and US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) by applying effective processes and controls

Process Improvement and Special Projects

• Identify process improvements and automation opportunities, and contribute to implementation
• Assist with additional analysis and support of special projects

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure and manage stress.

Requirements

Experience

Financial Analysis
• Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting, finance, or equivalent
o Experience in I&T industry or equivalent
o Experience in data analytics and reporting

Education/Certification/Designation

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Competencies

• Identifies risks and anticipates impacts to ensure a safe and secure environment
• Develops solutions that align with customers' expectations to increase satisfaction
• Collaborates with key internal stakeholders to enable higher productivity
• Inspires others with impactful communications and adapts to the audience
• Tracks metrics to achieve ambitious targets and holds self and others accountable to meet performance expectations
• Applies analytical thinking to make recommendations that pursue sustainable performance
• Deals with pressure and change by staying calm to quickly adapt to changes
• Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English, French)

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Strong financial management and accounting skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of Systems, Applications and Procedures (SAP) Finance, Controlling, and Business Warehouse
• Knowledge of railroad operations and equipment

About CN
CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at cnrecruitment@cn.ca.
As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.
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Client-provided location(s): Montreal, Canada, Varennes, Canada

Job ID: CN-16806

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-04-03T18:35:20