Analyst, Business Planning and Analysis (Term Opportunity - 6 months)

Greater Toronto Airports Authority; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a skilled Analyst in Business Planning and Analysis for a term opportunity. This role is critical in supporting financial reporting and analysis to help achieve organizational goals. You will manage financial reconciliation processes, collaborate on strategic initiatives, and develop financial models to analyze scenarios impacting airport strategies. The position offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly influence the airport's performance and customer experience. If you are passionate about finance and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Retirement Planning

Health Benefits

Employee Assistance Programs

Paid Leave

Education Support

Recognition and Rewards

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with financial systems and enterprise reporting databases.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reconciliation processes.
• Develop Excel-based financial models to analyze airport strategies.
• Prepare reports on financial and operational performance for management.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Data Interpretation

Education

University degree in Business/Commerce, Accounting, Economics, or Finance

Chartered Professional Accountant designation (or in progress)

Tools

Oracle Financial systems

Essbase/Hyperion

Workday Adaptive

Oracle Discoverer

MS Office (especially Excel)

Job description

Analyst, Business Planning and Analysis (Term Opportunity - 6 months)

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The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is a dynamic organization aiming to make Toronto Pearson a leading global airport in performance, customer care, and sustainability. With around 1,900 employees, we focus on innovation and delivering an exceptional travel experience, supporting community prosperity and aviation partners.

Benefits include: retirement planning, health benefits, employee assistance programs, paid leave, education, recognition, and rewards.

Position overview: Reporting to the Manager, Business Planning and Analysis, Airport Operations, this role supports financial reporting, planning, and analysis to aid organizational objectives.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage and validate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reconciliation processes, including variance analysis on revenue and expenditures.
• Collaborate with Airport Operations Management on strategic initiatives, monthly accruals, and invoice inquiries.
• Serve as a liaison with accounting for month-end activities, variance reporting, and audit inquiries.
• Develop Excel-based financial models to analyze scenarios and impacts on airport strategies.
• Maintain and update revenue and cost models in Workday Adaptive, including UAT testing.
• Prepare reports and presentations on financial and operational performance for management and governance bodies.
• Conduct data analysis and research to support financial decision-making.
• Develop KPIs, dashboards, and reports to measure performance.
• Assist in budget and forecast development, ensuring data accuracy and strategic alignment.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to reflect strategic initiatives in financial plans.
• Manage FESTI’s revenue database, ensuring data integrity and resolving discrepancies.
• Support the FESTI Finance Manager during audits, month-end, and revenue amortization processes.

This unionized role offers an hourly wage of $38.00 based on a 37.5-hour week. Candidates must be available to start upon selection, and an Excel test is part of the process. External candidates should provide references to verify experience.

Qualifications:

• University degree in Business/Commerce, Accounting, Economics, or Finance.
• Chartered Professional Accountant designation (or in progress) or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting in a large organization, with IFRS familiarity preferred.
• Proficiency with Oracle Financial systems, Essbase/Hyperion, Adaptive, and Oracle Discoverer.

Skills and attributes:

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, and experience with enterprise reporting databases.
• Ability to adapt to change and work collaboratively across teams.

The GTAA values diversity and is committed to employment equity. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Additional details:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Temporary
• Job function: Business Development and Sales
• Industry: Airlines and Aviation