FP&A Associate Director: Enterprise Budgeting (Hybrid)

Drake International; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Strategic leadership exposure

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Drake International is seeking an Associate Director, Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis to lead the Corporate FP&A function and drive annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and performance reporting. You will collaborate with executive leadership to translate strategy into integrated financial plans.

This hybrid role (2 days on-site) offers strategic scope, mentorship of a high-performing FP&A team, and visibility with boards as you deliver actionable financial insights and

Qualifications

• CPA or MBA or equivalent professional qualification.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.
• Extensive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Corporate Finance, Budgeting, Forecasting, or Finance Leadership.
• Proven experience leading enterprise budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning cycles.
• Strong executive-level financial reporting and presentation experience.
• Experience leading high-performing finance teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional influence.
• Advanced financial modelling, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Knowledge of financial systems, governance, internal controls, and data management.
• Travel within Ontario ~10% is expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead organization's annual budgeting, rolling forecast, and financial planning processes.
• Develop enterprise-wide financial plans aligned with priorities and long-term objectives.
• Establish planning frameworks, governance, timelines, assumptions, and financial models.
• Deliver consolidated financial reporting, performance analysis, and dashboards for executives.
• Prepare presentations and financial insights for senior leadership, committees, and Board discussions.
• Partner with Finance, HR, Procurement, Technology, and Operations to improve planning and resource allocation.
• Analyze performance and provide recommendations to support strategic decisions.
• Strengthen planning processes through data governance, controls, and audit-ready practices.
• Lead continuous improvement to enhance forecasting accuracy and reporting quality.
• Coach and develop a high-performing FP&A team.

Skills

Executive stakeholder management

Financial modelling

Forecasting & budgeting

Leadership & team development

Strategic financial planning

Cost control & governance

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics

CPA or MBA or equivalent

Job description

Drake International is seeking an Associate Director, Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis to lead the Corporate FP&A function and drive annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and performance reporting. You will collaborate with executive leadership to translate strategy into integrated financial plans.

This hybrid role (2 days on-site) offers strategic scope, mentorship of a high-performing FP&A team, and visibility with boards as you deliver actionable financial insights and