Advisor, Finance

At Alto, we are actively contributing to the transformation of Canada's future with our high-speed train project linking Quebec City and Toronto. With the support of the Government of Canada, this innovative project aims to improve the quality of life of our citizens, strengthen ties between communities and stimulate economic growth.

Would you like to take on a stimulating, high-impact challenge? We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Advisor, Finance to join our Corporate Accounting team. Please note that the candidate may be based in one of our 4 offices: Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto or Quebec City.

The role

Reporting to the Director of Corporate Accounting, you will play a key part in managing financial processes, supporting audits, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, government entities, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver accurate financial reporting and valuable insights that drive decision-making.

The responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and design working papers (Monthly, Quarterly, Annual).
• Provide support for internal and external audit processes.
• Manage the full accounting cycle, including monthly, quarterly, and annual processes.
• Assess and design internal controls, identify process improvements, and implement best practices.
• Conduct research and analysis of accounting standards to create and update policies.
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis and advisory tasks as needed.
• Prepare and deliver reports to Crown and government stakeholders. 

The requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in similar roles.
• CPA credentials (or Nearing completion of the CPA program) or equivalent.
• Proven ability to build relationships with internal stakeholders and create networks to facilitate information flow.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to manage shifting priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Team-oriented with a track record of active collaboration on multidisciplinary projects.
• Comfortable operating in unstructured environments while maintaining focus and delivering results.

Why join our innovative team?

• Basic Group insurance paid for you and your family, including medical, dental, life, disability, etc.
• A pension plan and saving options (RRSP and TFSA)
• Flexible benefits: access to wellness and health accounts to support your lifestyle
• Vacation based on experience, available as soon as you're hired
• Incentive bonus program
• Work in flexible hybrid mode
• A work environment that encourages initiative, innovation and forward-thinking solutions
• A unique opportunity to craft the future of transportation in Canada

We work to create high-performance, diversified teams

At Alto, we believe in the power of diverse teams. We aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone can develop and flourish. Alto offers equal employment opportunities to all and invites qualified individuals, regardless of their identity, origin or situation, to apply.

Please let us know if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process. We will do our utmost to provide you with a fair and pleasant experience, while keeping any adjustments confidential.

Please note that we will communicate only with those candidates whose applications are selected for further consideration. To find out more about the entire project, visit Alto - Home.