Senior Financial Analyst

Armstrong Collective, Rocky Mountaineer, Canyon Spirit; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial planning organization is seeking an experienced financial analyst to support FP&A functions, focusing on operational areas and CAPEX financial planning. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years in progressive financial roles and a professional accounting designation. Responsibilities include budgeting, financial modeling, and reporting. This hybrid role requires at least three days a week in the Vancouver office, offering a salary between $95,000 to $105,000 annually plus eligible benefits.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

RRSP and/or TSFA match up to 5%

Two complimentary annual train tickets

Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience in progressive financial positions.
• 3+ years' experience in FP&A, focusing on Operations and CAPEX.
• Experience with corporate planning and analysis tools is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operational teams to identify spending trends.
• Assist departments in preparing budget submissions.
• Support CAPEX budget planning and tracking capital projects.

Skills

Financial modelling

Budgeting

Forecasting

Strategic financial evaluation

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration

Professional accounting designation (CPA)

Tools

Excel

NetSuite

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Purpose

Reporting to Director, Financial Planning and Analysis, this position supports the FP&A function at The Armstrong Collective, specifically in operational areas including Systems Operations, Mechanical, Health & Safety, Linehaul, Fuel and CAPEX financial planning. The role is responsible for maintaining financial models, driving analysis and collaborating with key business partners to provide financial insights that inform strategic decisions.

Key Areas of Accountability

Decision Support and Analysis

• Proactively partner with Systems Operations, Mechanical, Health & Safety and Linehaul teams to identify and monitor spending trends, ensuring alignment with profitability, growth, and efficiency targets
• Assist departments in preparing budget submissions and reviews that adhere to policy and regulatory requirements
• Assist Linehaul Operations leadership in evaluating the impact of route changes, expenditures, investments, ensuring alignment with business strategy
• Support CAPEX budget planning, tracking capital projects, and ensuring compliance with financial policies
• Perform ROI analysis for operational areas and CAPEX projects, contributing to business cases for major investments

Financial Modelling

• Support and maintain the corporate financial model, Systems Operations and Mechanical, Linehaul, Fuel and CAPEX forecasting and scenario analysis
• Develop deep understanding of financial assumptions within the business
• Support cost-benefit models for Systems Operations and Mechanical investments and capital projects

Reporting

• Monitor KPIs to identify trends and deliver insight to key business partners
• Conduct monthly variance analysis shortly after each month-end, to deliver timely financial insights
• Conduct monthly reforecasting variance analysis

Interpersonal

• Build trusting relationships with Systems Operations, Mechanical, Health & Safety and Linehaul teams to foster data-driven decision-making
• Partner with the Data & Insights team to analyze metrics and provide meaningful financial analysis
• Serve as a key liaison between operational teams and CAPEX teams, ensuring financial objectives align with business strategy
• Work collaboratively with Accounting to deliver accurate financial reporting focused on Systems Operations, Mechanical, Health & Safety, Linehaul, Fuel, and CAPEX investments
• Promote a team-oriented mindset, driving collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

Education/Certifications/Knowledge

• Completion of a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field required (MBA an asset)
• Professional accounting designation (CPA) or equivalent required

Experience

• 7+ years' experience in progressive financial positions
• 3+ years' experience in FP&A, focusing on Operations and CAPEX preferred
• Experience implementing corporate planning and analysis tools is an asset
• Prior experience in a technology-driven organization or CAPEX-intensive industry is an asset

Skills

• Strong expertise in financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting
• Ability to evaluate operational team investments and CAPEX projects with a strategic financial lens
• Proficiency in Excel, NetSuite, and financial reporting tools
• Strong communication and business partnership skills to collaborate with Operational and Corporate teams
• Analytical mindset with curiosity to understand business drivers behind operational and CAPEX expenditures.

Work Environment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Corporate Office - Vancouver based; hybrid role with a minimum 3 days / week in the office.

Compensation

The base salary offered for this role is $95,000 to $105,000 per annum and can vary based on job-related expertise, qualifications, experience and internal equity. Eligible for Armstrong Collective's discretionary bonus program.

Eligible Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance.
• Short term disability, long term disability benefits.
• Travel emergency assistance.
• Vacation time and sick time.
• Up to 5% RRSP and/or TSFA match.
• Two complimentary annual train tickets after first year of employment.

The company is an equal opportunity employer, driven by our values of Creating Meaningful Moments, Being One Team, and Achieving Extraordinary Outcomes. Our strong company culture supports our vision of a diverse, open, safe, and respectful workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. If you require any accommodation during the application process or throughout your employment, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met and to create a supportive environment.