Analyst FP&A

Cogeco Connexion; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogeco Connexion is seeking a Financial Analyst to optimize OPEX costs while collaborating with various departments. The ideal candidate will have a strong business acumen, alongside excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. This role involves extensive financial analysis, reporting, and participation in key budgeting processes, contributing to the company's overall success and efficiency.

Benefits

Flexibility

Rewarding Compensation

Career Growth

Technology Management Opportunities

Comprehensive Benefits

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in financial analyst roles.
• Excellent proficiency in French and English.
• Knowledge of workforce capitalization standards is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational challenges impacting costs and forecasts.
• Participate in monthly OPEX variance analysis meetings.
• Build dashboards for tracking performance and cost management.

Skills

Business acumen

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Management of multiple deliverables

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field

Tools

Excel

Google suite tools

Job description

Our culture lifts you up—there is no ego in the way. Our common purpose? We all want to win for our customers. We aim to always be evolving, dynamic, and ambitious. We believe in the power of genuine connections. Each employee is a part of what makes us unique on the market: agile and dedicated.

Time Type:Regular Job Description :

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

As part of the Financial Analysis and Forecasting (FP&A) team, the analyst acts as a business partner and supports the various departments of Cogeco by optimizing OPEX costs. Their strong sense of initiative will lead them to review processes and determine the essential information to be obtained, focus on key objectives, and identify available options to resolve sometimes complex issues that require further investigation.

The responsibilities of the role are diverse and will require the analyst to communicate constantly with operational teams in order to better understand costs and put in place the necessary tools for effective cost management. ts.

The analyst will work closely with the FP&A team, accounting, and operations to explain month-end results, prepare and present management reports and OPEX cost budget and forecasts for our Canadian and U.S. entities.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in monthly OPEX variance analysis meetings with the management of each concerned department to identify operational issues impacting costs and financial forecasts.

• Analyze operational challenges and work closely with operations and the performance measurement team to identify actions to enhance organizational performance.

• Build dashboards to track the performance of actions taken to address operational issues.

• Build business relationships and implement various initiatives in collaboration with operational teams to understand costs, optimize them, or ensure they represent the best investment for Cogeco.

• During the budgeting and review processes, interpret the overall OPEX view by department in order to create relevant presentations for decision-making. The analyst must have a good understanding of the business to identify risks and opportunities related to OPEX expenses.

• Participate in special projects and various ad-hoc analyses.
  

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

ACADEMIC TRAINING:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field. CPA is an asset.
  

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• 5 to 7 years of experience in financial analyst roles.

SPECIFIC SKILLS:

• Strong business acumen.

• Analytical and synthesis skills.

• Organizational and autonomous.

• Knowledge of workforce capitalization standards (an asset).

• Excellent communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple deliverables simultaneously.

• Excellent knowledge of Excel and Google suite tools.

• Very good proficiency in French and English (The employee will need to collaborate with stakeholders outside of Quebec).
  

YOU WILL BENEFIT FROM:

• Flexibility: Yes, we believe what you do matters, both at work and at home.

• Enjoyment: Our work matters, to us and to others; it’s noticed and appreciated, which makes each day brighter.

• Rewarding Compensation: Let’s be honest, everyone likes earning a good salary. We offer attractive salaries, accompanied by an excellent culture.

• Benefits: We’ve got you covered.

• Career Growth: Join us, and we’ll provide you with the tools to reach your career goals!

• Technology: Do you have a passion for technology? Great, so do we. Here, you’ll manage, influence, create, fix, and shape the industry.

#LI-Hybrid Location :Montréal, QC Company :Cogeco Communications Inc.

At Cogeco, we know that different backgrounds, perspectives, and beliefs can bring critical value to our business. The strength of this diversity enhances our ability to imagine, innovate, and grow as a company. So, we are committed to doing everything in our power to create a more diverse and inclusive world of belonging.

By creating a culture where all our colleagues can bring their best selves to work, we’re doing our part to build a more equitable workplace and world. From professional development to personal safety, Cogeco constantly strives to create an environment that welcomes and nurtures all. We make the health and well-being of our colleagues one of our highest priorities, for we know engaged and appreciated employees equate to a better overall experience for our customers.

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