Senior Finance Business Partner

OLIVER Agency; Remote; CAD 59,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A marketing agency seeks a Senior Finance Business Partner in Montreal to manage global P&L statements and interagency agreements. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Finance and 5-7 years of finance experience. This role involves creating billing reports, providing financial insights, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The salary ranges from CAD 59,500 to CAD 66,500, with opportunities for remote work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in finance or business partnering roles.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting practices.
• Proven experience with interagency agreements and billing reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage the global P&L, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Create and manage detailed billing reports.
• Support various ad hoc reporting requests.

Skills

Financial analysis

P&L management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in Excel

Education

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

Advanced degree or CPA/CA

Tools

Financial software

Microsoft Excel

SAP or similar ERP systems

Job description

Established in 2004, OLIVER is the world’s first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in‑house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences.

As a part of The Brandtech Group, we’re at the forefront of leveraging cutting‑edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision‑making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Role: Senior Finance Business Partner

Location: Montreal, QC

About the role:

OLIVER is seeking an experienced and strategic‑minded Senior Finance Business Partner to support a high‑profile account for a Fortune 500 financial services firm. This established global account has seen continued growth and has expanded into new global markets. Working remotely from South Africa, you will play a crucial role in owning and managing the global Profit & Loss (P&L) statement, handling interagency agreements, creating and overseeing billing reports, and supporting various ad hoc reporting requests. Your insights and recommendations will directly influence business decisions, ensuring financial health and alignment with OLIVER’s strategic goals.

What you will be doing:

• Global P&L Ownership: Manage the global P&L, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Provide strategic insights and analysis to support the financial health and objectives of the company.
• Interagency Agreements: Efficiently manage and negotiate interagency agreements, ensuring compliance and mutually beneficial terms.
• Billing Reports: Create, monitor, and manage detailed billing reports. Ensure accuracy and timeliness, and communicate findings effectively to relevant stakeholders.
• Ad Hoc Reporting: Support various ad hoc reporting requests, offering comprehensive analysis and business insights to senior management and other stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross‑functional teams to foster collaboration and alignment between finance and other departments.
• Financial Analysis: Develop and maintain financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and long‑term planning.
• Leadership: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement within the finance function and drive implementation of best practices.

What you need to be great in this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; advanced degree or CPA/CA is a plus.
• Minimum of 5‑7 years of experience in finance or business partnering roles, preferably in a global organization.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, P&L management, and accounting practices.
• Proven experience working with interagency agreements and billing reports.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to interpret financial data to provide actionable insights.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non‑finance stakeholders.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel; experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is a plus.
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and capable of working independently in a remote setting.
• At the time of this posting, the base salary for this position may range from CAD $59,500.00 to CAD $66,500.00. Individual compensation varies based on job related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. The range listed is just one component of OLIVER’s total compensation package.

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible.

Be always learning and listening to understand.

Be actively pro‑inclusive and anti‑racist across our community, clients and creations.

Equality and Diversity

OLIVER, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science‑based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.