The Financial Analyst, FP&A, reporting to the Manager, FP&A will support the budgeting, forecasting, and financial/operational reporting process. This role requires proficient Excel skills, experience in data modelling preferably with PowerBI (or strong aptitude with ERP/IT systems, data management, and queries). Responsible for gathering data and generating ongoing financial reports while supporting process improvement and system implementations the ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, critical thinker who is comfortable and experienced working with large data sets to build reporting solutions.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support the budgeting and forecasting process
- Partner to improve reporting including building and maintaining performance dashboards
- Provide accurate and timely analysis for decision-making and operational improvements
- Assist with the maintenance of the ERP system
- Assist with preparation of PowerPoint presentations for management
- Develop analytical tools and processes to improve the quality and accuracy of financial results
- Support routine and non-routine accounting processes including month-end reporting, GL analysis, journal entries, support documentation and optimization of processes
- Specific projects and other related duties as required
Required Skills
- University degree in Business/Accounting, with/or working towards advanced degree or professional accounting designation (such as CPA) preferred
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office including Excel, PowerBI, and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of ERP computer systems and data management an asset
- Experience and knowledge of accounting, financial analysis, forecasting and budgeting
- Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently
- Able to meet set deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
- Good organizational, time management and problem-solving skills
- An interest in learning new tools and systems
- Experience maintaining and enhancing financial processes, models and systems preferred
Required Experience
