Join ATS Life Sciences: Shaping the Future with Automation Solutions

The world isn't standing still, and neither is ATS Life Sciences! We don't follow trends – we set them. Are you ready to be part of a team that makes a real difference? Join our growing ATS Life Sciences Systems team, a division of ATS Corporation, a publicly traded global enterprise with a proud history. We're advancing the future with our factory-wide automation solutions, custom designing, building, and servicing critical automated solutions for medical device and pharmaceutical companies. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for people around the world by resolving production challenges with precision and reliability.

Job Description: Senior Financial Business Analyst - Business Intelligence & Financial Planning and Analysis

Major Duties

As a Senior Business Analyst BI & FP&A, you will develop effective and efficient business models and tools to aid in operational analysis, introduce continuous improvements to budgeting and forecasting processes, and support the integration of financial information systems across various departments. You will provide operational support to system users, participate in the planning, design, development, and deployment of financial and operational systems projects, and coordinate activities between Finance, IT, Applications, and Program Management users.

Specific Responsibilities

Operational Support

• Implement ABM continuous improvement initiatives in finance processes.
• Develop business models, key indicators, and benchmarks to support decision-making.
• Identify and prioritize functional and technical needs and requirements.
• Analyze large data sets using SQL and Excel.
• Review and improve existing systems' effectiveness and efficiency.
• Compile data visualizations like charts and tables.
• Understand business strategies, goals, and requirements.
• Plan enterprise architecture and perform financial analysis.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define, validate, and prioritize system requirements.
• Lead design sessions to enhance business processes and information flow.
• Create process models, specifications, diagrams, and charts for system direction.
• Coordinate and perform in-depth tests, including end-user reviews.
• Provide orientation and training on modified and new systems.
• Work with the Director of Finance to identify cost savings and efficiency opportunities.
• Assist with the accounting system upgrade and develop specific financial analyses.

Financial Reporting and Accounting

• Support the annual planning process at the program level.
• Prepare and analyze weekly/monthly program forecasts.
• Create and manage detailed project information for program management.
• Maintain accurate and complete accounting records.
• Ensure consistent adherence to policies and procedures within the division.
• Review policies with Manager, Financial Reporting & Compliance, to develop best practices.
• Assess business risk areas and develop policies to minimize or eliminate risks.
• Ensure the safeguarding of company assets.

Qualifications

Education: A university degree or college diploma in business/accounting or equivalent business experience is required. Completion of a professional accounting designation (CPA) is also necessary.

Experience: A minimum of 5 years of business analyst experience, preferably in job shop manufacturing or construction environment using the percentage of completion method of accounting. Proficiency in ERP systems (preferably JD Edwards) and Excel is required. Tableau experience is a plus. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential. The ability to work independently and as part of a team, strong analytical skills, financial reporting, and continuous improvement orientation are key. Hands-on, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines consistently.

If you're excited about this role but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply!

Why YOU Should Join Our ATS Life Sciences Systems Team

• We Value Our People: Our team is our foundation. We focus on developing, engaging, empowering, and energizing our diverse and inclusive team.
• What We Do Matters: Our Life Sciences projects improve lives worldwide. ATS is committed to becoming carbon neutral by 2030!
• Innovation and Problem Solving: Continuous improvement, diverse teams, innovative thinking, and creative problem-solving are at our core.