About the role

The Financial Analyst will manage the capital investment lifecycle, including asset capitalization, depreciation, and performance tracking. They are also responsible for preparing financial reports, conducting account reconciliations, and supporting business operators with capital budgeting and forecasting.

What they look for

Financial analysis Capital planning Fixed asset accounting Asset lifecycle management Financial reporting Reconciliation Internal controls Risk management Capital forecasting Budgeting SAP D365 IFS Excel PowerPoint PowerBI

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business, along with a professional accounting designation like CPA or CFA. A minimum of 3-5 years of progressive finance experience and proficiency in financial systems such as SAP or D365 are required.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits Mentorship Training Educational support

Full description

Department: Finance Employment Type: Full-Time Requisition ID: 1938 Date Posted: August 6, 2026 Closing Date: August 20, 2026 or until filled

Position Summary:

Reporting to a Senior Manager, Corporate Development, the Financial Analyst, Capital Assets will be responsible for providing financial and analytical expertise across the capital investment lifecycle. The role supports capital planning, project financial management, fixed asset accounting, investment performance. The incumbent plays a critical role in ensuring capital investments are appropriately tracked, capitalized, and measured against expected business outcomes, while maintain strong financial controls, governance and data integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage Asset Under Construction (AUC) process to ensure timely and correct capitalization of assets.

Administer the full asset lifecycle, including asset creation, transfers, depreciation, impairment, retirement and disposal.

Calculate and track key financial metrics resulting from Capex projects (ROIC, EBITDA, IRR)

Prepare the daily/weekly/monthly financial reporting that supports the decision making of business leaders within finance and operations.

Review the accuracy and appropriate accounting treatment of underlying transactions and financial postings within our systems.

Complete monthly reconciliation of assigned balance sheet accounts with an emphasis on internal controls and risk management.

Complete monthly asset continuity schedules

Provide financial support for business operators and cross-functional team members.

Assist with the execution of the capital forecasting and/or budgeting processes.

Gather and compile information for external audit requests.

Record various routine and ad hoc month end journal entries and accruals.

Continuously enhance financial processes, reporting capabilities and internal controls.

Update financial systems/technology and procedure manuals as required.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business.

Professional accounting designation or equivalent (CPA, CFA)

3-5 years of progressive finance and accounting experience.

Experience with SAP, D365, or IFS, including project accounting, asset management, fixed asset modules.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint and PowerBI) with the ability to develop financial models, dashboards, performance reports and executive presentations.

Self-motivated and results oriented with a focus on quality and attention to detail.

Ability to collaborate across functional groups and build relationships within the business.

Proven analytical and problem-solving capabilities with strong written and verbal communications skills.

You and UFA. Let’s Grow Together.

UFA is one of Canada’s largest and most progressive agricultural co-operatives. We’re a multi-billion-dollar organization that offers the products, services, and support our 127,000+ members need to build, grow and succeed. While our roots will always be in agriculture, we’re proud to support the industries and communities that drive Western Canada’s economy. We need your skills, expertise and ideas to help us keep growing.

A Business with a Purpose - Join a member-owned co-operative with a mission that matters: improving the well-being of our members, helping them feed the world, and enabling investment in local communities.

Recognized and Rewarded for Your Performance - At UFA, success is shared. You’ll own your work and be recognized for both individual and organizational results.

Work-Life Success - We prioritize safety, respect your time, and offer flexible options and comprehensive benefits to support your life inside and outside of work.

We Help Each Other Grow - Our collaborative culture fosters growth through hands-on experience, mentorship, training, educational support, and diverse career paths.

Diversity Equity, and Belonging

At UFA, we care about our employees and what makes them unique. We strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes employees from diverse backgrounds, where everyone can do their best work. If you require accommodation during the application or selection process, please contact careers@ufa.com.

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