Financial Analyst

Strive Recruitment, Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Canada seeks a Financial Analyst to support budgeting and forecasting within a collaborative FP&A team. This role involves financial analysis and reporting, focusing on Canadian and U.S. operations. The ideal candidate should have 2-4 years of relevant experience, strong Excel proficiency, and a willingness to learn Power BI and SQL. Competitive salary between $70,000 and $80,000 based on experience.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• 2 - 4 years of experience in a Financial Analyst or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, data analysis).
• Eagerness to learn new tools such as Power BI and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of budgets and forecasts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data and understand business needs.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to support operations and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Financial analysis

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

SQL

Analytical skills

Job description

Location: Burnaby, BC (4 days in office)

ABOUT US

At STRIVE Recruitment, we are a team of dedicated recruitment professionals committed to connecting top talent with leading organizations across North America. We specialize in Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, Operations, and Skilled Trades, helping candidates find meaningful career opportunities while providing clients with outstanding recruitment solutions.

THE ROLE

STRIVE Recruitment is proud to partner with one of Canada's leading organizations in the professional services sector to support them in hiring a Financial Analyst. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and high-performing FP&A team within a company that is innovative, people-focused, and committed to continuous growth.

About the Role

As a Financial Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes, while also driving insightful analysis to support strategic decision-making across Canadian and U.S. operations. This role is well-suited for an individual with strong technical skills, a detail-oriented mindset, and a desire to develop expertise in tools such as Power BI and SQL.

This role will be predominantly in-office, with 4 days in the office a week and one day working from home.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the preparation of budgets and forecasts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Partner with business development and operations teams on pricing for RFPs and project bids
• Maintain and enhance the financial reporting suite to deliver meaningful insights
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to support operations and strategic initiatives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data and understand business needs
• Support month-end close activities and assist in preparing financial statements
• Learn and apply Power BI and SQL to advance reporting and data analysis capabilities

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• 2 - 4 years of experience in a Financial Analyst or similar role
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, data analysis)
• Familiarity with financial concepts and reporting
• Eagerness to learn new tools such as Power BI and SQL
• Excellent analytical skills and strong attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative team approach
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

What's in it for you?

• Join a supportive, collaborative, and growth-focused FP&A team
• Work in a role with direct exposure to Canadian and U.S. operations
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development
• Competitive compensation in the range of $70,000 - $80,000, based on experience

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