Senior Business Analyst

Wenco International Mining Systems; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wenco International Mining Systems, a Hitachi group, is seeking a Senior Business Analyst, Finance to partner with finance and operations. You will deliver financial analysis, business cases, profitability assessments, and long-range planning to improve performance and decision making.

You will lead budgeting and forecasting processes, develop models, and drive finance transformation initiatives to automate and standardize reporting.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in FP&A or related finance roles with cross‑functional project leadership.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration required; MBA/CPA/CFA asset.
• Advanced knowledge of financial planning, analysis, modeling, and performance management.
• Experience with ERP systems (Business Central, Dayforce) and BI tools like Power BI, including reporting automation.
• Experience with SaaS business models, recurring revenue metrics, and profitability analysis is a strong asset.
• Experience with enterprise data environments, data warehouses, SQL-based reporting, and analytics platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial analysis, business case development, profitability assessments, and strategic decision support.
• Develop financial models for forecasting, budgeting, scenario analysis, and long-range planning.
• Coordinate budgeting, forecasting, and performance management processes.
• Analyze financial and operational performance to identify key drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Partner with business leaders to translate financial data into actionable decisions.
• Drive finance transformation initiatives, including process redesign and system enhancements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Financial modeling

Communication

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business Administration

MBA/CPA/CFA asset

Tools

Power BI

Business Central

Dayforce

SQL

Job description

Wenco International Mining Systems (www.wencomine.com), a subsidiary of Hitachi Construction Machinery (HCM), provides industry leading, innovative technologies to customers in the mining and material movement sectors, enabling sustainable and safe operations.

Reporting to the Director, FP&A, the Senior Business Analyst, Finance serves as a strategic business partner to Finance and operational leaders, providing financial analysis, actionable business insights, and process improvement recommendations that support informed decision-making and organizational performance. The role combines financial planning and analysis, business partnering, financial systems expertise, and project leadership to improve financial visibility, enhance operational effectiveness, and support strategic decision-making. The successful candidate is highly analytical, business-focused, and capable of translating complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations for stakeholders across the organization.

Key Deliverables and Responsibilities:

• Lead financial analysis, business case development, profitability assessments, and strategic decision support.
• Develop financial models for forecasting, budgeting, scenario analysis, and long-range planning.
• Coordinate budgeting, forecasting, and performance management processes.
• Analyze financial and operational performance to identify key drivers, risks, and opportunities.

Business Partnering

• Partner with business leaders to translate financial and operational data into business actions.
• Challenge assumptions, provide objective financial guidance, and influence strategic decisions.
• Communicate financial performance, risks, and recommendations effectively to stakeholders at all levels.

Finance Transformation & Process Improvement

• Lead finance transformation initiatives, including process redesign, system enhancements, and change management activities.
• Drive cross-functional projects by aligning stakeholders, managing execution, and delivering measurable business outcomes.
• Identify and implement opportunities to automate, standardize, and optimize finance processes through technology and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with the Accounting team to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and consistency of financial data and reporting.
• Support data governance, reporting standards, and financial system effectiveness.
• Leverage financial systems and data structures to enable reliable reporting and analytics.

Experience and Knowledge

• 8+ years of progressive experience in FP&A or related finance roles, including leadership of cross-functional projects, process improvement, and change management initiatives that deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field required. MBA, CPA, CFA, or other relevant professional designation is considered an asset.
• Advanced knowledge of financial planning, analysis, modeling, and performance management.
• Experienced with ERP systems (e.g., Business Central, Dayforce) and business intelligence tools such as Power BI, including reporting automation, dashboard development, and data analysis.
• Experience with SaaS business models, recurring revenue metrics, pricing optimization and profitability analysis is considered a strong asset.
• Experience working with enterprise data environments, including data warehouses, SQL-based reporting, and analytics platforms, is considered an asset.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights and recommendations.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, reporting, and project management tools.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and drive initiatives to completion.
• Strong business acumen and strategic mindset, with a clear understanding of the financial and operational drivers of business performance.
• Proven ability to build effective cross-functional relationships, influence decision-making, and serve as a trusted business partner to leaders across the organization.
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining a strategic and enterprise-wide perspective.

Base salary of $90,000 - $110,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Wenco advances the efficiency and safety of the world’s surface mining equipment through our fleet management systems. We are committed to providing a stable yet exciting work place environment for individual employees to build and grow their career with the Company.

Wenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Disclaimer

The information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. It is not intended as an employment contract. Job descriptions are subject to change, which may not necessarily affect compensation.

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