Financial Planning Analyst

Read Jones Christoffersen Ltd.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a highly motivated Financial Planning Analyst to join their dynamic Finance team. In this role, you will engage in financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting, focusing on cash management and corporate share management. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, collaborating across departments to drive strategic financial decisions. This innovative firm not only offers challenging projects but also fosters a culture of continuous learning and growth. If you are detail-oriented and possess strong analytical skills, this opportunity is perfect for you to make an impact and advance your career.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Share ownership program

$1000 Health Care Spending Account

Maternity and Parental Leave Top-up Program

Retirement Registered Saving Plan (RRSP) matching

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A).
• Proficiency in advanced Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-depth analysis of cash flow and liquidity-related financial data.
• Collaborate with teams to develop accurate cash flow forecasts.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Financial Principles

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Project Management

Education

Undergraduate degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or Computer Sciences

Professional Accountant, CPA or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

RJC is seeking self-motivated individuals that thrive in a fast-paced environment managing multiple initiatives at once. Providing our clients building enclosure engineering, structural engineering, structural restoration, structural glass engineering and building energy modelling services, RJC Engineers (RJC) is one of Canada’s leading engineering firms, engineering better buildings for the communities in which we live, learn, work and play.

We are an employee-owned engineering firm with over 600 employees in 16 offices across Canada and the United States. We challenge our people to push technical boundaries and provide leadership in our fields of practice, while providing services for clients and projects in all markets we serve.

Recognized as an exceptional workplace, we mentor the next generation of Canada’s ‘best and brightest’. We believe in taking care of our people and help them realize their full potential. RJC offers the opportunity to work in an engaging fast-paced team environment where you will work on exciting and challenging projects, discover new and developing technologies, practices, and techniques and where you will flourish in a culture of continuous learning and collaboration.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Financial Planning Analyst to join our Finance team. In this role, you will support the Treasury and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) functions by providing financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, with a strong focus on cash management, liquidity, equity and corporate share management, and financial risk analysis. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of financial principles, and the ability to collaborate across departments to drive strategic financial decisions.

Start Date: Immediately

Salary: $80,000 per year (dependent on experience)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide in-depth analysis of cash flow, liquidity, and treasury-related financial data.
2. Assist in the preparation and presentation of financial models for decision-making purposes, focusing on forecasting operational cash flow, working capital, and investments.
3. Oversee the administration of the corporate share registry, ensuring accurate and timely maintenance of shareholder records.
4. Collaborate with treasury and finance teams to develop accurate forecasts for cash flows, working capital, and funding requirements.
5. Monitor actual performance against budget and forecast, providing variance analysis and recommending corrective actions.
6. Take an active role in the design and development of FP&A features for a new ERP module.
7. Assist with managing and optimizing the company's cash positions and short-term investment strategies.
8. Report on equity capital structure and manage corporate share registers, which includes calculating return on investment (ROI), assisting in share compensation calculations, and reporting to both internal and external stakeholders.
9. Identify opportunities to streamline treasury processes, enhance reporting capabilities, and automate manual tasks (including leveraging the Power BI suite of applications).
10. Synthesize high volumes of data into meaningful insights to assist in decision-making.
11. Collaborate with legal, compliance, and other departments to ensure proper documentation and reporting of shareholder activities.

Experience:

1. 4+ years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A).
2. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced level) and financial modeling. Background in data mining, Power BI or other automation experience is an asset.
3. Strong understanding of cash management, liquidity analysis, debt management, and financial forecasting.
4. An inquisitive nature with strong attention to detail and an aptitude for critical thinking and problem-solving.
5. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
6. Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.

Education

1. Undergraduate degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or Computer Sciences.
2. Professional Accountant, CPA or equivalent.

Core Attributes

1. Creative Mindset - provide new and diverse ideas.
2. Proactive Approach - take initiative and seek opportunities for growth.
3. Supportive Teamwork - promote an inclusive and respectful work environment and culture.
4. Trusted Advice - demonstrate integrity.
5. Lead With Purpose - empower, develop and support others to reach their full potential.

What can we offer you?

1. An inspiring workplace that supports its people and recognizes great work.
2. Stimulating, challenging projects and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and career.
3. Being part of a supportive and inclusive network of people that help each other reach their goals.
4. A comprehensive financial rewards program that recognizes your success, including eligibility for a performance-based bonus and share ownership program.
5. An extensive and generous benefits package including a $1000 Health Care Spending Account.
6. Maternity and Parental Leave Top-up Program.
7. Investing in your future, opportunity to become part of an employee-owned organization and eligible for RJC’s matching Retirement Registered Saving Plan (RRSP).