Senior Financial Analyst

ApplyBoard; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education technology firm in Kitchener is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst to support global business analysis. You will be responsible for financial planning, modeling, and analysis, and will collaborate with senior leaders to drive strategic objectives. Ideal candidates possess a degree in finance or a related field, have a strong analytical background, and are proficient in financial modeling. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a corporate finance or analytical role, with a strong emphasis on FP&A.
• Proven experience in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support long-range planning.
• Prepare and present monthly and quarterly financial performance reviews to senior management.

Skills

Financial modeling

Budgeting

Forecasting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Google Workspace

Microsoft Suite

Education

University degree in Finance, Business, or Accounting

Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, CFA, CA) or MBA

Tools

Financial planning software

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

The Opportunity The Senior Finance Analyst / Finance Business Partner will be an important member of the ApplyBoard Corporate finance team. He / she will be responsible for all aspects of analysis to support ApplyBoard’s global businesses, and will report to the Finance Director in the Kitchener HQ. He / she will also be expected to work directly with the VP Finance and other senior leaders on a regular basis.

What You’ll Be Doing Every Day

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A): Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.


• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support long-range planning and scenario analysis.


• Prepare and present monthly and quarterly financial performance reviews to senior management, highlighting key variances, trends, and insights.


• Analyze key business drivers, such as pricing, volume, and mix, to understand their impact on profitability.


• Collaborate with business partners to conduct detailed budget vs. actual analysis, understand key business updates, and provide data-driven recommendations.

• Support Finance Team:


• Collaborate with the accounting team during the month-end close process to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial statements.


• Assist in the development and implementation of new financial processes and systems to improve efficiency and control.


• Act as a mentor and resource for junior members of the finance team.


• Support ad-hoc financial projects and initiatives as required.

• Investor Relations (IR) Support:


• Assist in the preparation of materials for investor presentations, earnings calls, and board meetings.


• Provide analytical support for investor queries and requests.


• Monitor and analyze competitor performance and industry trends.

• Treasury Support:


• Assist in maintaining monthly cashflows and forecasting.


• Assist in covenant testing and liaison with banks on financial covenants.

What You Bring to the Table

• University degree in a relevant field such as Finance, Business, or Accounting.


• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, CFA, CA) or MBA is preferred.


• 3-5 years of experience in a corporate finance or analytical role, with a strong emphasis on FP&A.


• Proven experience in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail.


• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.


• Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)


• Experience with financial planning software and ERP systems is a plus