Financial Analyst - Financial Planning and Analysis

Sandvik; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier is seeking a Financial Analyst to support financial planning and analysis functions in Saskatoon. The role involves data-driven insights, financial reporting, and collaboration with operations to enhance performance across the organization. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic team environment focused on continuous improvement and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive health and dental benefits

Pension plan with matching

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in financial planning, analysis, or business intelligence.
• Proficient in DAX, SQL, or related tools.
• Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial and operational dashboards.
• Conduct variance, trend, and scenario analyses.
• Support month-end and quarter-end reporting cycles.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Data visualization

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

CPA designation

Tools

Power BI

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Business Central

ERP systems

Job description

FINANCIAL ANALYST – Financial Planning & Analysis

Reports To: Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Location: Saskatoon

Candidates from North Bay, ON, Sturgeon Falls, ON, and Sudbury, ON are

welcomed to apply. Opportunity for a flexible work location.

Come and join our team! Sandvik, Ground Support Division is a leading global supplier of ground support solutions, for the mining and construction industry. Our offering covers rock bolts, resin, cable bolts, and in- house manufacturing capabilities. Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group with approximately 44,000 employees and sales in about 150 countries with a focus on enhancing customer productivity, profitability and sustainability offering solutions for manufacturing, mining, and infrastructure industries.

Summary Of Position

The Financial Analyst supports the Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis by delivering accurate, data-driven insights to support strategic and operational decision-making. This role is responsible for financial reporting, forecasting, performance analysis, and business intelligence using tools such as Microsoft Business Central, Power BI, and other data platforms. The analyst collaborates with stakeholders across finance, operations, and leadership to enhance visibility, accountability, and performance across the organization.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial and operational dashboards using Power BI and other analytics tools
• Extract and analyze data from Microsoft Business Central and related systems to support reporting and decision-making
• Support the budgeting, demand planning, forecasting, planning cycles, ensuring alignment with strategic goals
• Conduct variance, trend, and scenario analyses and provide insights to management and operational teams
• Build and maintain robust financial models to support planning and performance management
• Partner with operations, sales, and supply chain teams to develop performance metrics and business reports
• Support month-end and quarter-end reporting cycles with timely and accurate data insights
• Drive reporting automation and process improvements to enhance data accuracy and efficiency
• Assist in developing executive-level reports and presentations that communicate financial performance and KPIs
• Ensure data integrity and adherence to internal controls, governance frameworks, and corporate standards
  
  

Required Competencies

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data visualization skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to synthesize and communicate complex data clearly
• High proficiency in Power BI, Excel, and ERP/reporting systems (preferably Microsoft Business Central)
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work cross-functionally in a matrixed environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics, or a related field. CPA designation or working towards designation is preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in financial planning, analysis, or business intelligence
• Proficiency in Power BI and Microsoft Excel; familiarity with DAX, SQL, or related tools.
• Experience working with ERP systems (Microsoft Business Central preferred)
• Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and variance analysis
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or product-based businesses is preferred
• Working knowledge of GAAP/IFRS accounting standards and internal controls.
  
  

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to contribute to strategic financial leadership in a mission-critical, global industrial sector
• Hands-on exposure to ground support product manufacturing and global operations
• Access to modern financial systems and analytics tools, including Microsoft Business Central v26, Power BI, and Jet Analytics
• A collaborative and growth-oriented culture that values initiative, continuous improvement, and innovation
• A meaningful role where you can make a tangible impact on business performance and decision-making
• A place on an ambitious and high-performing team within a globally recognized industry leader
• Support to help you reach your full professional potential and ongoing continuous development, training, and career growth opportunities
• An excellent comprehensive compensation package including a pension plan with matching, competitive health, dental, life and disability benefits.
  
  

Our Culture:

Our core values are the soul of the company. They guide us in our actions and daily business decisions. We are a company with an open-minded culture that encourages employees to share ideas and work innovatively. We embrace diversity and inclusion and inspire everyone to bring their authentic selves to work everyday!

HOW TO APPLY:

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply at www.sandvik.com/careers to the Financial Analyst, requisition # R0080248; however, Canadians and permanent