Senior Financial Analyst , Financial Planning and Analysis - 12 Month Contract

CNA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CNA is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst in Toronto, ON, to prepare financial reports and assist in business performance reviews. The role involves using performance metrics for insights, running forecasts, and recommending process improvements. Ideal candidates will have a degree in finance or business and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in FP&A / financial reporting / data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly production and financial analysis reports.
• Assist in quarterly business performance review preparation.
• Run monthly forecast process including projections.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

University Degree in Finance

University Degree in Business

University Degree in Data Analytics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Workday

Adaptive Planning

Job description

• Prepare monthly production, rate & retention reports and monthly financial analysis pack with supporting variance analysis
• Assist the business in the preparation of the quarterly business performance review
• Execution of the annual Plan using Workday Adaptive Planning to produce the Canadian P&L which includes premium, reinsurance, acquisition and expenses
• Use of performance metrics to showcase insights on plan results to executive leadership team
• Run monthly forecast process including projections for premiums, reinsurance, losses, acquisition cost and expenses
• Develop performance metrics and assist management by highlighting key business drivers
• Provide training to users and business as needed
• Recommend process improvements, and ensure that the enhanced process meets Internal and external Audit controls
• Participate in projects and provide ad hoc variance analytics as required

SKILLS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE :

• A university degree in finance, business or data analytics
• 5+ years of experience in FP&A / financial reporting / data analytics
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required
• Experience with Workday and Adaptive is considered an asset
• Experience and knowledge of insurance is considered an asset
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to work well independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to conceptualize details and develop action plans for problem solving and decision making

At CNA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process or upon hire, please inform Human Resources. If a selected applicant requests accommodation during the recruitment process, CNA will consult with the applicant in order to provide suitable accommodation that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs.

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Senior Financial Analyst • Toronto, ON, CAN