Senior Associate, Financial Planning & Analysis

ONEX • Toronto, ON

3d • CA$80,000 - CA$110,000

About The Position

Onex is currently seeking to hire a Senior Associate to join the Financial Planning & Analysis (“FP&A”) team. As part of the Corporate Finance group, the FP&A team provides critical financial reporting, analysis, and insights that support strategic decision-making across the firm. Reporting to the Vice President, FP&A, Corporate, this is a unique opportunity for a motivated individual to apply their strong analytical capabilities, accounting foundation, and passion for data-driven decision making in a dynamic and highly visible role. The successful candidate will contribute to core FP&A activities while partnering with stakeholders across the organization on strategic initiatives and ad hoc analyses, gaining direct exposure to senior management and helping drive key business decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, audit or a related finance function.
• Strong analytical skills and understanding of accounting principles and financial statements, with the ability to analyze and interpret financial results.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including financial modeling, data analysis, and reporting.
• Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools.
• Experience utilizing AI-driven tools and technologies to improve process efficiency, automate routine tasks, enhance reporting capabilities, and support data-driven decision making.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, with a high degree of intellectual curiosity.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial information, synthesize findings into clear and actionable insights, and present recommendations confidently to senior management and other key stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable working in an environment with evolving priorities and a mix of recurring and ad hoc responsibilities.
• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the country where the role is based, or eligible for any necessary work authorization or permit.

Nice To Haves

• CPA designation is preferred.
• CFA candidates with a strong accounting foundation will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver timely, accurate, and insightful financial reporting and analysis to support quarterly reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and management decision-making.
• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages, including financial performance analyses, variance reporting, and management presentations.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools to enhance the quality and efficiency of analysis.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analyses and provide data-driven insights to support strategic initiatives, business planning, and senior management decision-making.
• Partner with stakeholders across Corporate Finance and other business functions to evaluate business performance, identify trends, and support key projects.
• Contribute to the development of analyses and presentations for senior leadership and executive stakeholders.
• Assist with the annual budgeting process, periodic forecasting cycles, and long-range planning activities.
• Monitor business performance against plans and forecasts, highlighting risks, opportunities, and key drivers.
• Assist in the preparation of financial analyses and supporting materials for external reporting requirements, investor communications, presentations, and other stakeholder deliverables.
• Support the preparation and review of quarterly reporting materials and other public disclosure requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, data quality, and operational efficiency through automation and enhanced use of financial systems and analytical tools.
• Leverage advanced Excel and Power BI capabilities to develop financial models, automate reporting, create dashboards, and deliver meaningful business insights.
• Identify opportunities to improve team processes, controls, and reporting frameworks by utilizing AI-driven technologies and automation tools to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Actively contribute to enhancing team processes and support ad hoc financial analysis requests as needed.

Benefits

• Onex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Onex is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior