Financial Analyst

Targray; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Montreal is looking for a Financial Analyst for a full-time role lasting 13 months. This position involves preparing financial reports, assisting with budgeting, and forecasting. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in finance, proficiency in advanced Excel, and 1-3 years of relevant experience. In this role, you will collaborate closely with management and participate in various financial analyses and reporting activities. A commitment to diversity and inclusiveness is also emphasized.

Benefits

Modern workplace environment

On-site gym and yoga studio

Subsidized chef-prepared lunches

Free on-site EV charging

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Expertise in research databases.
• Experience in commodities trading or supply chain management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial performance analysis, support reporting, and identify automation opportunities.
• Collaborate on financial reporting and assist in preparation for the board.
• Leverage advanced analytics for actionable insights.

Skills

Advanced Excel proficiency

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Research databases

Education

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

Tools

PowerBI

CapitalIQ

Job description

Company Overview

About the Role

The Financial Analyst, FP&A will work closely with our Finance Director and collaborate with the CEO in our Montreal Head Office. In this role you will support the team by preparing and maintaining financial reports, assisting with budgeting and forecasting cycles, and completing analyses that help inform business decisions. This full‑time contractual position lasts 13 months.

Who you are

The ideal candidate will be inherently self‑motivated, a self‑starter with a passion for analyzing data, developing, and maintaining financial models, including sensitivity analysis, delivering on market research and deal execution and can turn a large amount of data into meaningful and actionable information. The role will also involve both financial and management accounting. You will play a pivotal role in the forecasting process and month‑end close, providing financial insights for strategic decision‑making.

Responsibilities

• Perform various analysis of financial and operational performance
• Support financial reporting for management decision‑making
• Identify opportunities for report automation and continuous process improvements
• Provide timely forward‑looking information and analysis for decision‑making purposes
• Maintain the company’s financial modelling and assist in building new models and reports as the company grows
• Collaborate with the broader Finance team on various areas with focus on financial reporting, trend analysis, working capital and WACC modelling and analysis
• Support the accounting & reporting teams in the preparation and analysis of financial reporting packages, MD&A and the ongoing maintenance and improvement of the management reporting tools and dashboards
• Support the Treasury team in analyzing and modelling financial reporting and cash management reports and presentations and Confidential Information Memorandum for lenders
• Assist in the preparation of presentations to the board of directors, senior management and various internal and external stakeholders
• Ad‑hoc in‑depth financial and data analysis

Analytics

• Utilize advanced analytics to extract meaningful insights from financial and non‑financial data
• Collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources
• Develop and maintain comprehensive dashboards and reports to build the holistic view and support efficient decision‑making
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to provide thorough analysis, scenario modelling and actionable insights
• Evaluate market trends, commodity prices and relevant industry data to inform strategic decision‑making
• Support the CFO and Executive team members with ad‑hoc analytics and special projects as required
• Partner effectively across all business functions including Risk Management, Operations, IT, Finance, and Commercial to ensure ongoing alignment of priorities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field
• 1 to 3 years of relevant work experience
• Advanced Excel proficiency (PivotTables, Macros, etc.) and PowerPoint knowledge required
• Expertise with research databases, PowerBI, and CapitalIQ is considered an asset
• Financial modelling, market research, accounting, and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills with the ability to share insight and partner across departments
• Experience in commodities trading, supply chain management, logistics is an asset
• Demonstrable experience in data and/or business analysis with an aptitude for creating meaningful insight
• Ability to meet deadlines in a rapidly changing business environment
• Strong initiative to work independently
• Language: English fluency required due to regular interaction with stakeholders across North America and international markets

What we Offer

• Beautiful, spacious, and modern workplace environment
• On‑site gym and yoga studio reserved for employees
• Subsidized, chef‑prepared lunches served fresh daily, plus a well‑stocked kitchen with snacks and drinks throughout the day
• Free on‑site EV charging for employees at head office

Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We are committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We welcome and embrace diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives that make our people unique and help guide us. When people feel free to be authentic at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world. For more information about our company, please visit https://www.targray.com/.