Financial Reporting Analyst (FP&A – Project-Based)

EXP•Brampton, ON

4d•CA$60,000 - CA$70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At EXP, finance is a strategic partner to our engineering teams. We support complex, multi‑year civil and infrastructure projects by delivering clear financial insights that help operational leaders make informed decisions. We are seeking a Financial Reporting Analyst with experience in FP&A within a project‑based environment, who enjoys translating data into insights and partnering closely with project and operations teams. This role is intended for candidates pursuing a career in FP&A and project‑based financial analysis, with a focus on forecasting, performance drivers, and decision support. It is not aligned with transactional accounting or bookkeeping career paths. As part of the Finance team, you will support financial planning, analysis, and reporting for large-scale engineering projects, partnering with project managers and business leaders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration (Finance‑focused), or a closely related discipline aligned with FP&A and financial analysis.
1–3 years of experience in FP&A or financial analysis, with hands‑on involvement in forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis.
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret trends and business drivers.
Advanced Excel skills (financial models, pivot tables, scenario and sensitivity analysis).

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting project‑based or professional services organizations (engineering, consulting, construction, or similar).
Exposure to project financial concepts such as cost‑to‑complete, utilization, backlog, or revenue recognition.
Experience with ERP systems such as Deltek, Oracle, SAP, or similar.
CPA designation in progress or interest in pursuing CPA.
Ability to clearly communicate financial insights to non‑finance stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Ensure adherence to applicable accounting standards (GAAP, IFRS) and regulatory requirements relevant to project‑based engineering environments.
Analyze project financial performance, including revenue, costs, margins, and utilization.
Monitor project trends and proactively identify risks and opportunities.
Support cost‑to‑complete, backlog, and project profitability analysis.
Participate in monthly and quarterly forecasting for project portfolios.
Support annual budgeting and long‑range planning activities.
Perform scenario and sensitivity analysis to support business decisions.
Prepare management-level reports and dashboards focused on performance drivers.
Analyze variances between actuals, forecasts, and prior periods, translating results into actionable insights.
Present findings to finance leadership and internal stakeholders.
Work closely with project managers and operations leaders to understand project dynamics.
Provide financial guidance to support project planning, staffing, and investment decisions.
Act as a financial advisor rather than a transactional processor.
Leverage ERP and reporting tools to improve forecasting accuracy and reporting efficiency.
Support continuous improvement initiatives in project financial analysis and reporting.