Business Analyst.

Colonial Group; Richmond; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

RRSP Plan

Extended health, vision, and dental

Employee Assistance Plan

Team atmosphere

Training and Development

Job summary

RSR is seeking a Business Analyst to join the Finance group on-site in Richmond, BC. You will drive budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and KPI reporting, turning data into actionable insights for leadership.

The role requires strong Excel and BI tool skills, collaboration with operations, and the ability to travel within the region as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field.
• 5+ years of FP&A experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• 2+ years FP&A in metal recycling/manufacturing is a plus.
• Experience with large data sets and statistical analysis.
• Advanced financial analysis and reporting knowledge.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• BI reporting tools familiarity; Excel proficiency (Pivot Tables, PowerQuery).
• Experience with D365, Power BI, Tableau is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support budgeting and financial planning across business units.
• Prepare and maintain financial models, forecasts, and tools.
• Analyze results, variances, and key drivers to inform decisions.
• Produce weekly, monthly, and quarterly forecasts using data.
• Prepare monthly reports, KPIs, and dashboards for management.
• Analyze cash flow, inventory, and production performance.
• Assess financial and portfolio risks; provide recommendations.
• Support capital planning and documentation for decisions.
• Evaluate financial impacts of leases and renewals.
• Develop and maintain budgeting, forecasting, and portfolio policies.
• Consolidate data from multiple units ensuring accuracy.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)

Job description

Position Description: Business Analyst
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Salaried – Exempt
Department: Finance
Salary: $101,500
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours (On-Site)
Location: Richmond, BC – Mitchell Island
11660 Mitchell Road
NOC: 11101

RSR’s purpose is to create a world without waste.

We are a leading metal recycling and manufacturing company dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence. Our work contributes to a cleaner environment and a circular economy by transforming metal waste into valuable resources. With a culture built on integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement, we are looking for individuals who take pride in their work and want to make an impact.

About the Role

The Business Analyst provides financial and operational analysis that helps RSR understand performance, manage risk, and make informed business decisions. The role is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, KPI reporting, cash flow planning, inventory and production analysis, and identifying the key drivers behind business performance.

Working across RSR’s business units, the Business Analyst turns complex financial and operational data into clear insights and recommendations for Finance, Operations, and executive leadership. This role requires a strong understanding of the business, a problem-solving mindset, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with stakeholders across the organization.

Reports to: Regional Controller

Direct reports: None

Job Responsibilities

• Support the annual budgeting and financial planning process across RSR business units.
• Prepare and maintain financial models, forecasts, and financial planning tools.
• Analyze financial results, budgets, forecasts, and variances to identify trends, risks, and key business drivers.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial forecasts using financial and operational data.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, KPIs, and management dashboards and provide financial analysis to support decision-making.
• Analyze cash flow, inventory, production, and operating performance to assess financial impact and business performance.
• Evaluate financial and portfolio risks and prepare financial analysis, reports, and recommendations for management.
• Support capital planning and prepare financial models and documentation for capital management decisions.
• Analyze financial impacts of commercial leases, including negotiations, renewals, and extensions.
• Develop and maintain financial and treasury policies related to budgeting, forecasting, and portfolio management.
• Consolidate, validate, and analyze financial data from multiple business units and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting.
• Use advanced Excel and BI tools to analyze large data sets and improve financial reporting and forecasting.
• Work with Finance, Operations, and department leaders to provide financial insights and support business planning.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting, forecasting, and decision-support tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in the manufacturing sector.
• 2+ years of financial planning and analysis experience within metal recycling, manufacturing, industrial, operational, or a similar industry is an asset.
• Experience analyzing large data sets and applying statistical analysis to solve business problems.
• Advanced knowledge of financial analysis and reporting techniques.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of Business Intelligence (BI) reporting tools.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required, including Pivot Tables, PowerPivot, and Power Query.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365), Power BI, and Tableau is an asset.
• Strong planning, organizational, and process-oriented skills.
• Ability to occasionally travel to other facilities within the region.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Fluent in English, both oral and written.

Why join us:

• Competitive Salary
• RRSP Plan
• Extended health, vision, and dental benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Team atmosphere
• Training and Development and More.