SENIOR ANALYST, BUSINESS PLANNING AND OPERATIONS SUPPORT

BDC•Montreal, QC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At BDC, the only bank dedicated exclusively to Canadian entrepreneurs, you will support the performance and planning strategy of client-facing business lines under the COO. You will develop forecasting models and actionable insights to guide operational and corporate decisions. Your work contributes directly to the success of Canadian businesses. We value inclusion, equity, and the ability to be yourself at work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Business Intelligence, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum 7 years of experience in business intelligence, performance measurement, operations, or strategy.
Proficiency in SQL (Structured Query Language).
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., modeling, pivot tables) and PowerPoint; working knowledge of Microsoft Word.
Demonstrated experience in data analysis, financial analysis, and problem-solving.
Experience developing forecasts, performance dashboards, and variance analysis.
Ability to analyze large datasets and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication skills; ability to gather requirements and present insights to stakeholders.
Fluent in French and English (spoken and written).

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Business Analytics or a related field.
Experience in the financial services industry (e.g., banking, lending, credit, underwriting).
Knowledge of Python and/or R for data analysis.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain forecasting models using Excel and SQL to support performance monitoring and strategic planning.
Generate insights and provide business intelligence expertise; collaborate with partners to design and implement strategies that meet performance objectives.
Recommend performance measurement frameworks and incentive programs aligned with field operations and corporate goals.
Analyze business results to identify performance gaps; design and drive actionable improvement plans.
Optimize annual planning processes (resource allocation, market potential, target setting, variance analysis).
Oversee data collection and analysis from internal and external sources; ensure data accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.
Deliver insights and recommendations to senior management to inform decisions on performance and corrective actions.
Prepare clear, structured presentations for senior leadership using effective storytelling and data visualization.
Drive continuous improvement in processes and tools related to performance and planning activities.

Benefits

Flexible and competitive benefits
Employee Savings and Investment Plan where BDC matches part of your voluntary contributions
Defined Benefit Pension Plan
$750 wellness and health care spending account
Paid vacation each year
Five personal days
Sick days as necessary
Offices are closed from December 25 to January 1
Hybrid work model
Opportunities for learning, training and development