Senior Financial Analyst - FP&A

Extendicare; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship & learning

Career growth

Meaningful work

Employee Family Assistance Program

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Extendicare is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join the Corporate FP&A team in Markham, Ontario. The role partners with corporate functions to deliver budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and business case support, with a focus on accuracy and strategic insight.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in finance, a university degree in a finance-related field, CPA status, and strong Excel skills. Experience with Workday and month-end close is preferred; hybrid work environment in Canada.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant post-graduate experience in accounting or corporate finance.
• University degree in Finance, Data Analytics, Mathematics, Accounting, or business-related field.
• CPA credential or current status.
• Strong Excel skills with ability to manage large data sets.
• Experience with Workday and month-end close processes.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and strategic thinking.
• Clear written and verbal communication of recommendations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with corporate functions to complete FP&A tasks including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Assist with quarterly forecasting for cost centers across income statements.
• Lead budgeting with Director and Manager for corporate partners.
• Prepare review packages analyzing actuals vs budget and forecast vs budget variances.
• Coordinate consolidation of financial reports and KPI analysis across business units.
• Support process improvements for monthly reporting and planning.
• Support internal and external auditors as required.
• Perform ad-hoc analyses as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Prioritization

Education

University degree in Finance / Data Analytics / Mathematics / Accounting / business-related

CPA (or final stages)

Tools

Workday

Job description

Reporting to the Manager, Finance Partner, the Senior Financial Analyst will be part of the Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team. The role will work closely with the Corporate Function business partners to provide consistent management reporting, corporate budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and business case analysis support.

The successful candidate will bring critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, a strong attention to detail and a desire to "dig in" to learn the business while being mindful of the strong culture and commitment of the Company to provide the best care possible for our patients and residents across Canada.

This position will be based at our Head Office in Markham, Ontario. Extendicare offers a hybrid working environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Business partner with corporate functions to complete FP&A tasks including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

• Assist business partners and manage the quarterly forecasting process for cost centers (all elements of income statements).

• Lead the budgeting process in conjunction with the Director and Manager for corporate business partners.

• Prepare review packages analyzing actuals vs. budget and forecast vs. budget variances and partner with respective corporate functions to ensure results are communicated.

• Work with the Finance and Business Unit teams to assist in the consolidation of financial reports and critical KPI’s across the business units – ensuring KPI tracking and analysis of the P&L are in line with budgets and updated forecasts.

• Support process improvement initiatives related to monthly reporting and planning

• Supports internal and external auditors where required.

• Ad-hoc analysis as required.

What we’re looking for:

• 3+ years of relevant post-graduate experience, accounting, or other similar corporate finance role.

• University Degree in Finance, Data Analytics, Mathematics, Accounting, or business-related discipline.

• CPA (or final stages of geting the designation).

• Strong knowledge of Excel and the ability to work with and manage large amounts of data.

• Experience with enterprise accounting reporting systems (Workday) and month end close.

• Strong problem solving, analytical and strategic thinking skills; can see the "big picture" in a complex business environment.

• Ability to clearly communicate written and verbal recommendations

• Ability to manage multiple changing priorities in a fast-paced environment with a strong work ethic.

What Extendicare has to offer:

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities

• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization

• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.

• Employee Family Assistance Program.

• Robust benefits package

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of long-term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 11 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 150,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs nearly 30,000 qualified, highly trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.

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Time Type

Full time

Compensation Details

Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process.

At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment - every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity‑deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail].

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.