Job Information
L3Harris Financial Analyst, Sr. Associate in Waterdown, Ontario
Financial Analyst, Sr Associate
L3HARRIS WESCAM Division
Reference #: 18151
Waterdown, Ontario
About L3HARRIS WESCAM
As a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies and within the Integrated Mission Systems Segment, the WESCAM division develops the most advanced optical sensor and targeting systems for global defense and military sectors, National Security, Search & Rescue and Airborne law enforcement agencies. From long-range covert surveillance missions to search and rescue operations, our MX-series systems, and the mission systems solutions they are a part of, produce stabilized high-magnification electro-op tical and infrared images from airborne, marine and ground based platforms, enabling our customers to see first and act first.
About the Role
The role of Financial Analyst, internally recognized as the Customer Service Group (CSG) Finance Business Partner, is integral to our WESCAM operations. The Customer Service Group manages the repair and maintenance of WESCAM turrets through a global network of service centers. With its own revenue streams (generated through service plans) and expenses (including labor and materials), CSG maintains a dedicated profit and loss (P&L) statement within the WESCAM business. This position is part of a collaborative team of three business partners, each supporting distinct areas: Engineering, Operations, and Customer Service.
Primary Responsibilities
Prepare all Financial Planning and Analysis reporting as required by Finance, and the Customer Service Group (CSG)
Develops and maintains analytics describing business performance
Key point of contact for CSG-related questions to support reporting
Maintains PowerBi dashboards for the Customer Service Group
Collaborate on the annual financial operating plan for the Customer Service Group
Coordinate suppliers and customers of the process for successful execution
Prepare Corporate reporting requirements
Analyze and effectively communicate insightful conclusions about the business
Continuously improve the Monthly Financial Review (MFR) process
Review, analyze and add insights to actual and forecast data regarding CSG profitability and departmental expenses
Support and build relationships with key customers in multiple functional areas
Ownership of indirect / overhead expense analysis and reporting for CSG departments
Required Capabilities
Ability to work independently under regular direction and guidance on non-routine tasks requiring judgement and initiative.
Expert MS Excel skills. Knowledge of PowerBi an asset
Advanced knowledge in other MS Office suite software (PowerPoint, Word)
Basic relational database and SQL skills considered an asset, but not mandatory
Strong analytical, problem solving and data organization / interpretation skills
Prior experience in planning & budgeting preferred
Team player attitude; ability to develop strong working relationships with key managers
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Open, honest customer-centric attitude
Ability to multi-task, prioritize workload, and meet tight deadlines
Technical aptitude
Business maturity
Desired Education and Experiences
Requires practical knowledge of job area.
Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience.
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.