Financial Analyst, FP&A

BlueCat; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueCat is seeking a Financial Analyst, FP&A to manage key financial processes and reporting for Corporate Services. This role involves financial analysis, cash flow management, and collaboration with various teams to enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, advanced Excel skills, and experience with financial reporting tools. Join BlueCat and contribute to a vibrant workplace that values transparency, curiosity, and respect.

Benefits

Professional Development Budget

Dedicated Wellness Days and Wellness Week

Lifestyle Spending Account

Employee Recognition Program

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in corporate finance, FP&A, financial reporting, or related roles.
• SaaS or tech industry experience is strongly preferred.
• High proficiency working with reporting and accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary finance business partner for Corporate Services departments.
• Prepare detailed financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior management.
• Assist FP&A team in developing and maintaining cash flow forecasts.

Skills

Financial modeling

Data management

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Adaptive Insights

Anaplan

NetSuite

Oracle

Job description

Have you heard of BlueCat? We’re one of those hidden gems that’s been disrupting the market as a key player in the rapidly growing space of Intelligent Network Operations. Organizations require a new model of network operations that links foundational core services with a deep, predictive understanding of network health and performance to improve change readiness. BlueCat’s Intelligent NetOps is a first-to-market combination of systems of understanding and change. BlueCat enables teams to enhance agility and mitigate risks from high rates of change with a unified management lifecycle, from provisioning to proactive troubleshooting and remediation.

At BlueCat, we take immense pride in our award-winning culture, an integral part of our identity. We are proud recipients of several prestigious accolades, including the "Great Place to Work" certification. By becoming a part of our team, you not only join a company at the forefront of technology but also become an integral member of Canada's top workplaces in various categories, including Technology, Today's Youth and Women, and Mental Health and Inclusion.

Job Summary:

As a Financial Analyst, FP&A at BlueCat, you will be responsible for managing key financial processes related to corporate reporting, cash flow management, and business partnering for the Corporate Services organization. This role is critical in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting and ensuring that the Corporate Services division operates efficiently and aligns with the overall financial strategy of the organization. You will provide key financial insights and assess the financial impact of cost decisions. You will work closely with the Systems team to support maintenance and optimizations of the FP&A system to ensure the tool scales with the business, and provide back up support for cash flow forecasting. This role will also have exposure to M&A activities and other strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in FP&A system administration, SaaS revenue analytics, and data management, working closely with Finance, IT, and Systems teams to improve financial visibility and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Support for Corporate Services: Serve as the primary finance business partner for the Corporate Services departments, providing financial guidance, forecasts, and analysis to support strategic decision-making.

• KPIs & Metrics: Prepare detailed financial reports, dashboards and presentations for senior management and conduct variance analysis to compare actual results to budget and forecast, explaining key drivers of variances.

• Cost Optimization: Identify opportunities to optimize expenses and improve efficiency. Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.

• Ad Hoc Analysis & Reporting: Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to support Corporate Services leadership on special projects, strategic initiatives, or critical business decisions.

• Cash Flow Forecasting Support: Assist FP&A team in developing and maintaining cash flow forecasts, incorporating inflows from subscription revenue and outflows related to operating expenses, capital expenditures, and other financial obligations.

• M&A Support: Participate in due diligence and post-merger integration activities as needed for acquisitions.

FP&A Systems Administration & Optimization

• Serve as the administrator for FP&A systems (Pigment), ensuring system integrity, functionality, and data accuracy.

• Maintain and enhance FP&A system capabilities to support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modeling.

• Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate with vendors or IT teams to resolve technical problems.

• Manage system user access, roles, and security settings, ensuring proper governance and compliance.

• Work with IT and Data teams to ensure seamless data integration between FP&A tools, ERP (NetSuite), and CRM (Salesforce), HRIS (Bamboo), and CaptivateIQ (commissions).

• Develop and maintain financial reports, dashboards for key stakeholders.

• Develop and implement automation and process improvements to streamline data uploads, reconciliations, and reporting workflows.

• Provide training and support to finance and business users on system functionalities and best practices.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Process Improvement

• Partner with FP&A, Accounting, and IT teams to align data processes and planning methodologies.

• Lead efforts to improve automation and forecast accuracy across all relevant systems.

• Support system migrations, upgrades, and integrations to ensure efficient revenue tracking and financial planning.

• Drive best practices for data management, accuracy, and scalability across finance.

• Work with Accounting and Treasury to ensure smooth collaboration for accurate reporting for liquidity management and cash forecasting.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

• 2-4 years of experience in corporate finance, FP&A, financial reporting, or related roles. SaaS or tech industry experience is strongly preferred.

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including experience with financial modeling.

• Familiarity with financial reporting tools (e.g., Adaptive Insights, Anaplan) and ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle).

• High proficiency working with reporting and accounting systems, as it relates to the back end set up and maintenance.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information to senior leadership and other stakeholders.

• Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

If you share our enthusiasm for the future of our company and are eager to contribute to our vibrant workplace, we look forward to receiving your application! Our comprehensive benefits encompass your health, financial well-being, and overall wellness, and we are committed to providing an exceptional work environment, enriching employee programs, and fostering a remarkable company culture. At our core, we champion values such as transparency, curiosity, respect, and above all, the pursuit of enjoyment.

In addition, we offer a range of appealing perks, including:

A Professional Development Budget

Dedicated Wellness Days and Wellness Week

A Lifestyle Spending Account

An Employee Recognition Program

Join us in shaping the future of our organization, where your talent and dedication can truly thrive. We invite you to apply and become a valuable member of our team!

BlueCat is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. BlueCat will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.