Financial Analyst - Contract (one year) - Full Time

Blue Mountain; Ontario; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Financial Analyst for a dynamic role focused on enhancing operational and financial effectiveness. This full-time position involves analyzing financial data, supporting budget development, and collaborating with diverse teams to drive strategic initiatives. Located in Ontario, this opportunity offers a vibrant work environment with perks like free mountain passes and discounts. If you possess strong analytical skills and a passion for financial planning, this role could be your next great adventure!

Benefits

Free Alterra Mountain Pass

Discounts on Lift Tickets

Free Rentals

Staff Meals & Starbucks Treats

Staff Room Rates

Retail Savings

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in financial analysis or similar role.
• Strong ability to interpret financial data and communicate insights.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial data and recommend actions for improvement.
• Support departments in budget development and forecasting.
• Collaborate with IT to enhance financial data systems.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Advanced MS Excel

Financial Data Analysis

Education

Professional Accounting Designation

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

ERP Systems

Business Intelligence Software

IBM Planning Analytics

Job description

Financial Analyst - Contract (one year) - Full Time

Temporary (Fixed Term)

WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME?

• Resort Perks:
• Free Alterra Mountain Pass for employees; ski or ride for free at 14 Alterra owned destinations!
• Alterra Mountain Passes for your family
• Discounts on Blue Mountain Lift tickets.
• Free rentals;
• Staff priced meals & Starbucks treats;
• Staff room rates at all our hotels;
• Retail savings at Burton, Columbia, North Face, Red Devil, Hillside, and more!

SALARY STARTS AT $55,000

FULL-TIME HOURS:

• Monday through Friday, 8-hour shifts
• Fully On-Site (Remote work not available)

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

This position extracts and analyzes financial and non-financial data from various systems and recommends actions to improve the operational and financial effectiveness of operating departments. This role is key for developing and executing the financial planning cycle. Working with departmental managers and the Finance team, you will utilize your analytical and problem-solving skills to help departments maximize both short-term and long-term financial success. You will enjoy working in a dynamic and fun organization, collaborating and building relationships with diverse internal stakeholders, including all levels of management.

• Analyzing financial and non-financial information, assessing trends and variances, and advising on action plans to address gaps and improve margins.
• Supporting departments in developing budgets and forecasts, and assisting with the budgeting and forecasting processes driven by Alterra Mountain Company.
• Developing and maintaining budgeting and forecasting models and reporting templates.
• Coordinating with management and providing research and analysis to support strategic plans and business initiatives.
• Conducting business studies and driving process improvements with departments.
• Collaborating with IT to enhance the data warehouse for financial and marketing information.

WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?

• Professional Accounting designation (or working towards it) is preferred.
• Three or more years of experience in a similar role or equivalent experience is an asset.
• Strong ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial and non-financial data, and communicate insights effectively to operational departments for decision-making.
• Ability to present information clearly and respond to questions confidently.
• Strong research and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced computer skills, especially in MS Excel, with the ability to develop and modify financial models for budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis.
• Good knowledge of ERP systems and BI software (e.g., IBM Planning Analytics) is preferred.

CORE VALUES: AUTHENTICITY | EMPOWERMENT | COLLABORATION | PURPOSE

BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT COMPANY OVERVIEW

Blue Mountain Resort is Ontario's largest mountain resort, located on the shores of Southern Georgian Bay, on the traditional territory of the Anishinabek Nation: The People of the Three Fires—Ojibway, Odawa, and Pottawatomie Nations. Just 90 minutes from Toronto, Blue Mountain is a four-season outdoor destination. It is owned by Alterra Mountain Company.

ALTERRA MOUNTAIN COMPANY OVERVIEW

Alterra Mountain Company is a family of iconic mountain destinations, including the world's largest heli-skiing operation and the Ikon Pass, offering access to over 50 mountain destinations worldwide. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Alterra was founded out of a shared love of mountains and adventure, aiming to shape the future of mountain experiences.