Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

The Talent Company; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the chemical manufacturing sector is seeking an FP&A Analyst to transform its financial operations. This role involves owning the FP&A reporting cycle, conducting analysis on financial results, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive profitability. Candidates will need to demonstrate strong analytical capabilities, advanced financial modeling skills, and a CPA designation. The work environment is hybrid, fostering a collaborative culture that values innovation and communication.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of FP&A, cost accounting, or corporate finance experience required.
• Experience designing and improving FP&A processes from the ground up.
• Manufacturing industry experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Own the FP&A reporting cycle including month-end packages and forecasts.
• Lead monthly results analysis and present insights to senior leadership.
• Build financial models for CapEx planning and scenario analysis.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Communication

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems (Infor M3 preferred)

BI tools (Power BI or similar)

Job description

Our client is a global leader chemical manufacture with a focus on innovation, quality, and performance, they are poised for continued growth under new strategic initiatives. This is an opportunity to be part of a company transforming its financial operations and business support functions from the ground up.

This newly created FP&A Analyst role is ideal for a strategic and detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Director of Finance , this role will be instrumental in shaping the financial planning cycle, business performance insights, and cross-functional reporting frameworks. This is a builder role, not maintenance. You will help design and implement the FP&A infrastructure needed to support scalable growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own the FP&A reporting cycle : month-end packages, forecasts, and financial dashboards
• Lead monthly results analysis and present insights to senior leadership and the board
• Drive S&OP processes with a focus on sales forecasts, demand planning, and inventory management
• Support cash flow and working capital management strategies
• Build financial models for CapEx planning and scenario analysis
• Collaborate with Sales, Plant Operations, Supply Chain, and Accounting to drive profitability
• Develop KPIs and dashboards to support performance management
• Lead SG&A reporting, run monthly spend reviews, and improve data clarity
• Take ownership of new reporting processes, analytics, and financial health initiatives
• Contribute to establishing a PMO to monitor and report on key finance projects
• Identify gaps in current processes and implement improvements across reporting, forecasting, and control

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• 5+ years of progressive FP&A, cost accounting, or corporate finance experience
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation required, Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation is an asset
• Manufacturing industry experience is required
• Consulting background or experience in private equity-backed environments is an asset
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial modeling skills required
• Proven experience designing and improving FP&A processes from the ground up
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial insights to executive stakeholders
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (Infor M3 preferred) and BI tools (Power BI or similar)
• High degree of business acumen, ownership, and a collaborative approach to cross-functional partnerships
• Experience working in dynamic, mid-sized companies with evolving financial processes are an asset

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Hybrid model : Currently 1 day per week in-office (Tuesdays); likely to increase to 2–3 days / week
• Collaborative, transparent, and performance-driven culture
• Leadership encourages autonomy, growth, and open communication

This job description represents the general responsibilities and duties of our client’s position but should not be construed as an all-inclusive detailed job description.

Confidentiality Note

This search is being conducted confidentially . Details regarding the organization and its operations will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process.

At The Talent Company, we recognize the value of different perspectives and experiences to prompt innovation, spark creativity, and solve problems. As an equal employment opportunity organization, we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, Aboriginal peoples, members of visible minorities, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, persons with disabilities and all other categories protected by law.

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