Accounting & Finance Rotational Associate

Job Description Position Title: Accounting & Finance Rotational Associate Location: Oakville, ON About Samuel, Son & Co. Ltd. At Samuel, we believe every team member brings unique and valuable skills, experiences and knowledge to our thriving business – enabling us to build on over 167 years of success in the metals industry. We offer countless opportunities for our team members to develop and grow in their careers, empower them to make decisions on the job and be a part of driving positive change – within our organization and in the communities where we live and work. If you’re seeking an inclusive, supportive and welcoming workplace to make your mark and grow your career, we have the programs, culture and opportunities to make it happen. We’re stronger together. Here are some of the great benefits that we offer:

• Competitive wage
• Company paid health and dental benefits
• Paid vacation and an annual bonus
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company match
• Opportunity for career stability and growth
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Flexibility with start and end times (depending on circumstances and position)
• Protective personal equipment is provided or cost of purchase is reimbursed
• Affinity group for women (dependent on location)
• On the job training

Summary: Embark on a dynamic journey across various business units and functions, where you'll dive into the exciting realms of financial planning, shared services, and plant accounting with exposure to treasury, tax, internal audit, and financial reporting. As a program associate, you'll tackle a mix of routine tasks and high-impact special projects, tailored to each department's unique needs. Throughout this 3-year rotation, you won't be alone! Count on senior leaders and peer mentors to guide you and immerse yourself in extensive training preparing you for future roles within the organization. Get ready for unique chances to connect with and learn from the top leaders of the company. Upon conquering this program, you'll stand at the crossroads of your career, armed with the skills and experiences you've honed. Choose your next career step from a range of positions that align with your passion and expertise. Your journey starts here – let's redefine success together! Responsibilities

• Financial Maestro: Prepare journal entries, financial statements, and supporting schedules. Maintain, review, and control accruals. Perform financial statement variance analysis versus prior periods and budget.
• Data Maverick: Dive into financial systems, extracting valuable insights and unraveling the stories within cost centers, functions, business units and groups. Work closely with branch management to review/discuss financial statement results and evaluate outcomes against key performance indicators.
• Strategic Storytelling: Craft compelling narratives explaining variances in financial performance, building persuasive business cases for cutting-edge investment projects.
• Budgeting Guru: Play a pivotal role in developing budgets, forecasts, strategic plans, managing inputs, and presenting data in a way that resonates with modern leaders.
• Efficiency Champion: Contribute to projects aimed at improving efficiency, elevating service levels, and revolutionizing operating costs.
• Professional Growth Advocate: Engage in networking events, leadership training, and a tailored professional development curriculum designed to nurture your success.
• Limitless Potential: Join a workplace where your contributions matter, and your potential is limitless. Shape the future of financial excellence with us! Apply now and embark on a journey of growth and impact.

Requirement You have graduated from a recognized or legally authorized university with a degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field Qualifications

• 3 years in an accounting role, preference given to those with public firm experience
• Experience working for a multi-national accounting firms
• Experience with budgeting, financial modeling, scenario planning and reporting.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g. – Microsoft Power BI, Tableau) is an asset
• Must be adept at multitasking and meeting deadlines
• A self-starter with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently with limited supervision

At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and embracing a diverse workforce and creating an environment that is open and inclusive for everyone.