Finance Business Partner (12-Month Contract)

WSP USA; Brossard; Hybrid; CAD 97,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking a Finance Business Partner in Canada (12-month contract) reporting to the Director, Financial Planning and Analysis.

You will provide insightful financial analysis, reporting and strategic guidance to support decision‑making across WSP’s client programs and operations, linking financial performance to business priorities. The role requires building strong relationships, hands-on delivery, and a practical approach to delivering high‑quality work while supporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent in Finance/Accounting/Business/Economics.
• Minimum of five years of relevant FP&A, business partnering or finance experience.
• Strong financial acumen with ability to translate analysis into insights.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint; Power BI or similar tools a plus.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; able to relate to diverse stakeholders.
• Collaborative with strong relationship-building across functions.
• Proactive, dependable and results-oriented with hands-on delivery.
• Adaptable to dynamic business needs and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business and finance leaders to understand priorities and performance.
• Provide timely financial analysis, insights and recommendations for decision-making.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning for assigned areas.
• Perform variance and trend analysis and work with stakeholders on actions.
• Develop management reports, dashboards and performance metrics.
• Support business cases and strategic initiatives with robust modelling.
• Collaborate across functions to ensure accurate financial information.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and tools and implement solutions.
• Communicate complex financial information clearly to stakeholders.
• Own key deliverables and adapt to priority initiatives as needed.

Skills

Financial analysis

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Financial modelling

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Execution & ownership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business/Economics or related field

Tools

Power BI

Financial systems

Job description

What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can.

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.

We are pathfinders and impact makers.

We are Visioneers.

We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Director, Financial Planning and Analysis; the Finance Business Partner will serve as a trusted advisor to business and finance leaders across WSP.

In this 12-month contract role, you will provide insightful financial analysis, reporting and advice to support strategic and operational decision-making. Working closely with finance, operational and client program teams, you will connect financial performance with broader business priorities, identify opportunities and risks, and support the delivery of sustainable business growth.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who can move comfortably between the big picture and detailed analysis, build strong relationships, and take a practical, hands‑on approach to delivering high‑quality work.

Your Impact

• Partner with business and finance leaders to understand strategic priorities, operational drivers and financial performance.
• Provide timely financial analysis, insights and recommendations to support informed decision‑making.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and long‑range planning activities for assigned business areas.
• Perform variance and trend analysis, identify underlying business drivers, and work with stakeholders to develop appropriate actions.
• Develop and maintain management reports, dashboards and performance metrics that clearly communicate financial and operational results.
• Support business cases, investment decisions and other strategic initiatives through robust financial modelling and analysis.
• Collaborate across functions to ensure the accuracy, consistency and relevance of financial information.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting and analytical tools, and contribute directly to the implementation of practical solutions.
• Communicate complex financial information in a clear, concise and business‑focused manner to stakeholders at various levels of the organization.
• Take ownership of key deliverables and contribute flexibly to priority initiatives and demanding assignments as business needs evolve.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics or a related field; a recognized accounting designation or progress toward one is an asset.
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in financial planning and analysis, business partnering, management reporting or a related finance role.
• Strong financial acumen and demonstrated ability to translate detailed analysis into meaningful business insights and recommendations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint ; experience with Power BI or other data visualization and financial systems is an asset.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail , combined with the ability to maintain perspective on broader business objectives.
• Strong communication and presentation skills , with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and straightforward manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to building trusted relationships across functions and levels of the organization.
• Proactive and dependable approach , with the confidence to take ownership of work from analysis through execution.
• Adaptable and results-oriented mindset , with the judgment and willingness to contribute where needed in a dynamic environment.

Why Choose WSP?

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $106,800 - $141,400

MB & ON: $97,400 - $134,100

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $96,400 - $128,100

Disclosure

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Turn Insight into Impact?

Bring your financial expertise, commercial perspective and collaborative approach to WSP. Join a global community where your analysis will help leaders make informed decisions, strengthen business performance and support sustainable growth across Canada.

#LI-Hybrid

At WSP , we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP , you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/corporate/ca/health-safety) .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies) .