ANALYST, BUSINESS PARTNER

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company; Montreal; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipping company based in Montreal is seeking a Business Partner Analyst to manage financial planning and analysis activities. The role involves preparing financial reports, conducting budget analysis, and identifying cost-saving opportunities. Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in finance, have 2-4 years of relevant experience, and be proficient in Excel. Bilingual English and French communication skills are required for effective collaboration across teams. This position offers competitive perks including health benefits and training opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible health and dental benefits

RRSP coverage with company matching

Tailored training programs

Employee mentorship opportunities

Employee referral incentive program

Community involvement

Gym facility in Montreal and Toronto

Health & Wellness Program

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in financial planning and analysis.
• Ability to analyze operations and key business drivers.
• Experience in preparing budgets and financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Leverage financial acumen to develop reports for operational teams.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reporting.
• Analyze financial performance and develop forecast models.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and support initiatives.

Skills

Financial planning and analysis experience

Communication skills

Proficiency in Excel

Detail-oriented

Team player

Ability to handle multiple requests

Bilingual in English and French

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

MSC is a world leader in global container shipping. MSC Canada has been serving the Canadian market for over two decades, rapidly expanding our presence nationally to become the number one carrier. Our values are the beating heart of our business, shaping our culture and establishing our future direction.

Job Description

The Finance Department’s primary collective function is managing cash flow in and out of MSC Canada. Ultimately, reporting all numbers back to Geneva, the Finance Department collects and accurately inputs outstanding customer invoices while processing and paying our vendors in an efficient and cost-effective manner. The Business Partner Analyst will play a key role in supporting the organization’s financial planning and analysis activities. They will be responsible for the accuracy of cost provisioning, implementing process improvements as required, and for recurring and non‑recurring cost analysis that may be requested.

Level of Responsibility

Enhanced task, problem complexity and accountability to customer / business area. Enhanced autonomy in role, contributing significantly to team/organizational projects.

Key Tasks

• Leverage financial acumen to synthesize and filter key information for the development of new reports highlighting trends, drivers, risks, and mitigation options within operational teams to support data‑driven decision making.
• Create, adapt and/or modify management reports related to budgets, forecasting, or operations.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reporting for the executive management team and other departments.
• Analyze financial performance and develop forecast models.
• Perform budget and cost analysis. Identify cost‑saving opportunities and support implementation of initiatives.
• Build and maintain models and business cases.
• Identify opportunities to continuously improve and automate reporting tools and processes.
• Maintain and update rates in platforms to ensure accuracy and compliance with contractual terms.
• Assist in creating presentations and present to the executive management team.
• Support month‑end and year‑end close process.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of financial planning and analysis experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field.
• A team player able to work collaboratively across operational and functional teams as a valued business partner and effective independent team member.
• Demonstrated proficiency in preparing company budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
• Must be able to analyze and understand the operations, as well as the key drivers of the business.
• Excellent communication skills dealing with various levels/departments of the organization.
• Highly motivated, detail oriented, passionate self‑starter.
• Organized, detail‑oriented and a great ability to work with numbers/data.
• Ability to handle multiple requests with tight deadlines in a fast‑paced and high‑volume environment.
• Strong working knowledge of advanced Excel functions and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Power BI an asset.
• SAP knowledge is an asset.
• Experience in transportation and logistic’s industry is an asset.
• Bilingual: English and French verbal and written communication skills required.

Additional Information

Great people who work hard and look out for each other because we’re a team—it’s that simple! Just to name a few of our perks:

• Flexible health and dental benefits coverage (for all permanent full‑time roles).
• RRSP coverage with the Company matching a portion of employee contribution (for all permanent full‑time roles).
• Tailored training program opportunities for employee development.
• Employee mentorship, leadership, and assistance opportunities.
• Employee referral incentive program.
• Community Involvement.
• Gym facility in Montreal and Toronto offices.
• Health & Wellness Program.

AI Disclosure

At MSC Canada, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our recruitment process. We do not use any artificial intelligence in our talent acquisition efforts.

Vacancy Clarity

• Existing Vacancy: This position is for an established role that is currently open.

Timely Communication

MSC Canada ensures timely updates for candidates. All individuals selected for an in‑person interview will be notified within 45 days of their initial discussion with us.

Hurry, and apply now!

MSC Canada is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome and encourage applications from all interested parties. Accommodations are available, upon request, for those with a disability or medical need during any stage of the recruitment process. We thank all candidates for their interest in MSC Canada however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.