Financial Planning Analyst

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and business-minded Senior Financial Analyst to join their Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis team. This role is ideal for a finance professional who enjoys partnering with business leaders, transforming financial data into actionable insights, and contributing to strategic decision-making. Working closely with senior executives and department leaders, you will play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and performance analysis while helping drive financial discipline and operational excellence across the organization. This position offers significant exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence business outcomes through thoughtful analysis and financial stewardship. If this sounds like you please apply directly or send your resume to ***email_hidden***.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders and finance stakeholders to support annual budgeting, forecasting, and quarterly forecast updates, ensuring financial plans are accurate, comprehensive, and aligned with organizational objectives.
• Analyze budget-to-actual results, identify key financial trends and performance drivers, and provide meaningful insights and recommendations to improve forecasting accuracy and spending decisions.
• Prepare monthly accruals, reclassifications, and supporting analysis while collaborating with Corporate Accounting to ensure timely and accurate month-end financial close processes.
• Utilize Workday Adaptive Planning and other financial systems to develop, maintain, and enhance budget, forecast, and management reporting models.
• Prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, and strategic analyses for senior leadership, including executive management, board-level stakeholders, and department budget owners.
• Build strong relationships with client departments by providing ongoing financial guidance, ad hoc analysis, and decision-support tools while contributing to special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related discipline, combined with a professional designation such as CPA or CFA.
• 2–3+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, or a related corporate finance environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting methodologies, and financial modeling techniques.
• Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable business recommendations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial planning tools, with experience using Workday Adaptive Planning, business intelligence platforms, or similar forecasting software considered an asset.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a service-oriented approach, strong attention to detail, and experience leveraging generative AI tools such as ChatGPT or Claude to enhance analysis, reporting, and productivity.

Pay: $50-70 per/hour depending on experience and incorporation status

Can be remote, preference is in Victoria, BC

Please note that the posted pay range for this role may vary based on seniority, qualifications, or prior experience. We are always looking for talented people to join our network, and if your desired compensation isn't reflected in this posting, please send your application for review regarding related opportunities.