Senior Financial Analyst

Aston Carter•Toronto, ON

5d•CA$45 - CA$50•Hybrid

About The Position

This Sr. Financial Analyst role focuses on financial reporting, analysis, and decision support for a large, complex organization with operations across the U.S. and Canada. You will lead key aspects of month-end close, forecasting, budgeting, and performance reporting, while partnering closely with business leaders to drive cost optimization and improve operating expense management. The position offers the opportunity to influence strategic decisions, present insights to Sr. stakeholders, and provide mentorship to more junior analysts within a collaborative finance team.

Requirements

5–8+ years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), corporate finance, or financial analysis roles.
Proven experience supporting month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes in a large, complex organization.
Strong understanding of financial statements, variance analysis, cost management, expense management, and operational performance metrics.
Demonstrated experience preparing and presenting financial results, forecasts, and recommendations to Sr. business stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to build financial models, perform scenario and sensitivity analysis, and translate data into actionable business insights.
Strong business partnering experience, with the ability to influence decision-making and constructively challenge assumptions.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex financial modeling, data analysis, and reporting.
Experience working with ERP and financial planning systems such as SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, Anaplan, Adaptive Planning, or similar platforms.
Hands-on experience with financial reporting, operational reporting, and Management Operating Review (MOR) processes.
Proficiency in forecasting models, performance management, and cost optimization initiatives.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
Strong analytical skills with experience in OPEX management, multi-currency environments, and operating expenses analysis.
Experience using business intelligence and reporting tools such as Power BI or similar platforms.
Familiarity with SQL for data extraction and analysis.

Nice To Haves

Professional designations such as CPA, CFA, MBA, or active pursuit of a similar professional qualification are considered an asset.
Experience with OneStream or comparable financial consolidation and reporting tools.
Experience in accounting and financial reporting, including month-end processes and variance analysis.
Experience in performance management, cost optimization, and profitability improvement initiatives.
Exposure to multi-currency environments and cross-border operations.
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage executive-level stakeholders.
Proven ability to work within cross-functional teams and build strong relationships across finance and business functions.

Responsibilities

Support month-end close activities for assigned functions, ensuring financial results are accurate, transparent, and clearly explain key cost drivers and variances.
Prepare and present monthly Management Operating Review (MOR) materials, highlighting key trends, risks, opportunities, and financial performance insights.
Conduct detailed variance analysis, scenario modeling, and data-driven evaluations to generate actionable financial insights.
Support business leaders in assessing performance and identifying opportunities to improve operating expense (OPEX) management across U.S. and Canadian functions.
Develop, maintain, and enhance forecasting models, financial reporting packages, and performance dashboards to support timely and informed decision-making.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes, ensuring alignment with financial objectives and overall business priorities.
Partner cross-functionally with business stakeholders to monitor operating expenses, challenge assumptions, and identify cost optimization and efficiency opportunities.
Provide financial guidance and decision support to improve accountability to financial targets and strengthen cost management discipline.
Collaborate with finance team members to share best practices, streamline processes, and enhance reporting and analytical capabilities.
Support the development of more junior analysts through knowledge sharing, training, and informal mentorship, including delegating work and providing guidance when needed.
Lead and support ad hoc financial analyses and strategic projects focused on cost efficiency, profitability improvement, and business performance optimization.
Prepare and present financial results, forecasts, and recommendations to Sr. business stakeholders and executives, tailoring messages to different audiences.
Build and maintain robust financial models, perform scenario and sensitivity analysis, and translate complex data into clear, actionable business insights.
Utilize ERP and financial planning systems, as well as business intelligence tools, to support operational reporting, forecasting, and performance management.