Senior Financial Analyst

The University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in higher education is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join their dynamic team. This role involves critical decision support and financial modelling, providing insights that shape strategic initiatives. You will engage with stakeholders to assess financial viability and develop comprehensive reports that guide senior management. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a CPA designation, and experience with financial tools like Workday and Hyperion. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about finance, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in financial analysis and modelling.
• Strong knowledge of accounting systems and financial instruments.

Responsibilities

• Support development of strategic financial plans and business cases.
• Analyze comprehensive financial reports for senior management.
• Perform data analysis and generate financial reports.

Skills

Financial Modelling

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Planning

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Relevant Discipline

CPA or Equivalent Designation

Tools

Workday

Hyperion

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

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Department

Forecasting and Modelling | Cash, Modelling and Forecasting | Treasury | VP Finance and Operations

Job Category

M&P - AAPS

Job Profile

AAPS Salaried - Accounting, Level C

Job Title

Senior Financial Analyst

Compensation Range

$7,283.75 - $10,474.08 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

May 7, 2025

Job Description Summary

Treasury FP&A is responsible for decision support, business process re-engineering, evaluating business plans, translating the strategic plan into financial scenarios, and presenting recommendations to Executives, the Board of Governors, Deans, and Department heads. Treasury also supports UBC’s cash management through annual and long-term cash forecasting and liquidity analysis.

The Senior Financial Analyst provides mathematical and financial modelling, detailed financial reports, supporting analysis, and research. The role liaises with key stakeholders across the portfolio to carry out various financial analysis tasks. Flexibility and prioritization are essential due to the variable day-to-day duties.

Responsibilities

1. Support development of strategic financial plans, business plans, and business cases; provide advisory services on financial and budget issues.
2. Assess financial viability and impacts of strategic initiatives.
3. Develop and analyze comprehensive financial reports for senior management.
4. Research finance issues and report on potential impacts.
5. Design business analysis and specifications for financial tools.
6. Engage stakeholders to identify needs, cost reductions, reforms, and improvements.
7. Work with leaders to develop strategies based on evaluations, risks, and opportunities.
8. Provide consultation on business process re-engineering and policy analysis.
9. Support creation and monitoring of key performance indicators.
10. Perform data analysis and generate financial reports using systems like Workday and Hyperion.
11. Assist in preparing Board reports and financial projects.

Minimum Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline, CPA or equivalent designation, and at least five years of related experience or equivalent combination.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or equivalent
• Experience with complex financial modelling and planning
• Knowledge of accounting systems and financial instruments
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• Ability to analyze complex data and produce detailed reports
• Strategic thinking and adaptability under pressure
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Relationship-building skills across departments

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance and Sales
• Industry: Higher Education