Senior Financial Analyst

AppleOne Employment Services; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services in Toronto seeks a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join a fast-paced CPG environment on a one-year contract. You will prepare monthly reports, analyze variances, and support budgeting and forecasting while partnering with Finance, Sales, Operations and Supply Chain.

Ideal candidates have ~5+ years in financial analysis, strong Excel and SAP skills, and familiarity with Power BI. CPA is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 5+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or corporate finance.
• CPA designation preferred or working towards one.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools; Power BI experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial reports, management reports, and KPI analyses.
• Analyze actual financial results against budget, forecast, and prior periods, identifying variances and trends.
• Investigate discrepancies and provide explanations and recommendations to management.
• Assist with month-end and quarter-end reporting activities, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
• Develop and maintain financial models, reporting templates, and analytical tools.
• Collaborate with Finance, Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and other departments to obtain and analyze financial information.
• Present financial findings to support business decisions and respond to requests in a timely manner.
• Provide analytical support to the Finance Manager and senior leadership team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Deadline management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related

CPA designation (preferred) or in progress

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SAP

Job description

Seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Analyst to join a growing Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) organization in Toronto on a one-year contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working with financial data, analyzing business performance, and supporting key financial planning and reporting activities. The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance team and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver accurate financial reporting, identify trends, and provide insights that support informed business decisions.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical capabilities, advanced Excel skills and SAP skills, and experience in a fast-paced environment. Previous experience in CPG, manufacturing, food and beverage, or another product-based industry will be considered a strong asset.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial reports, management reports, and key performance indicator (KPI) analyses.
• Analyze actual financial results against budget, forecast, and prior periods, identifying key variances and trends.
• Investigate discrepancies and provide meaningful explanations and recommendations to management.
• Assist with month-end and quarter-end reporting activities, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
• Develop and maintain financial models, reporting templates, and analytical tools.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the annual budgeting process and periodic financial forecasts.
• Assist with financial planning, scenario analysis, and financial projections.
• Monitor departmental expenses and operating costs, highlighting potential risks and cost-saving opportunities.
• Work with business partners to gather financial information and validate assumptions used in forecasts.

Business Partnership

• Collaborate with Finance, Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and other departments to obtain and analyze financial information.
• Present financial findings in a clear and concise manner to support business decisions.
• Respond to requests for financial information and analysis in a timely manner.
• Provide analytical support to the Finance Manager and senior leadership team.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 5+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or corporate finance.
• CPA designation preferred or working towards one.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, lookups, and financial modelling.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools; Power BI experience is an asset.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a team environment.