Operations and Finance Analyst

Linxus Group Inc.; London; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic analytics firm in Canada is looking for a professional to bridge operations and finance. You will analyze data, assist in job costing, and develop reporting tools. The ideal candidate has a post-secondary degree and 2–4 years in an analytical role with strong Excel skills. Join a team that values strategic insights and fosters collaboration.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in an analytical or financial role, ideally in construction, manufacturing, or logistics.
• Familiarity with ERP/accounting systems is a plus.
• Investigative mindset with a knack for spotting patterns.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to evaluate productivity and job performance.
• Build custom Excel models and leverage tools like Power BI.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Cost tracking

Variance analysis

Data visualization

Cross-functional communication

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Maestro ERP

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Are you passionate about turning data into decisions? In this dynamic role, you’ll serve as a strategic bridge between operations and finance, transforming project metrics into actionable insights, costs into strategy, and forecasts into confident decisions. If you're driven by impact, curious by nature, and thrive in a fast-paced environment — this opportunity is built for you.

Key Responsibilities

Operations Analysis

• Analyze operational data (labor, equipment, fuel, materials) to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Superintendents to evaluate productivity, job performance, and risk areas.
• Support forecasting, project tracking, and resource planning to ensure timely and budget-conscious delivery.
• Develop dashboards and reports that make complex data accessible and actionable for both field and office teams.
• Conduct post-project analysis to compare actual performance against estimates and apply lessons learned.

Finance & Cost Analysis

• Assist with job costing, WIP reports, and budget vs. actuals for active projects.
• Partner with Finance and Project teams to ensure accurate cost tracking, coding, and margin reporting.
• Analyze overhead and indirect costs to support pricing models and internal chargebacks.
• Contribute to monthly close processes by validating project costs, reconciling data, and preparing variance reports.
• Support financial forecasting, scenario modeling, and annual budgeting with cross-functional input.
• Identify opportunities for process automation and cost efficiencies across operations and finance workflows.

Tools & Reporting

• Build custom Excel models and leverage tools like Power BI for data visualization.
• Maintain and enhance KPIs, dashboards, and reporting systems to support real-time decision-making.
• Lead data integrity efforts across systems including Maestro ERP, Acumatica, and Excel.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in an analytical or financial role, ideally within construction, manufacturing, or logistics.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, modeling) and familiarity with ERP/accounting systems (Maestro ERP is a plus).
• Experience with cost tracking, variance analysis, and budgeting processes.
• Strong cross-functional communication skills — comfortable collaborating with both finance and field teams.
• Investigative mindset with a knack for spotting patterns and solving problems proactively.
• Team-oriented with a sense of humor — we work hard and laugh harder.