Senior FP&A Analyst: Strategic Partner & Growth Driver

Lightspeed Commerce, Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Lightspeed Commerce, Inc. in Ontario is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join the FP&A team. You will create data-driven analyses, partner with senior leaders, and drive budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning with robust Excel models.

The role requires 3–5 years of progressive financial analysis, a business degree, and strong communication to inform strategic decisions; exposure to FP&A and financial modeling is valued, with flexible policy and opportunities for equity participation.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in progressive financial analysis experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting or Finance.
• Expert knowledge in Excel.
• Proven track record in business partner or corporate FP&A role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate with senior management.

Responsibilities

• Establishing solid business partnerships with leaders across the business
• Preparing presentations for the Senior Management team
• Preparing, improving and streamlining the budgeting, forecasting and long term planning process
• Performing deep analysis and scorecard against budget/forecast monthly and quarterly
• Responsible for the delivery of accurate and timely month-end variance and management reporting
• Providing analytical support and financial guidance to help with various business decisions.

Skills

Excel

Financial modeling

Financial analysis

Business partnering

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting or Finance

Tools

Pigment planning tool

Job description

Lightspeed Commerce, Inc. in Ontario is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join the FP&A team. You will create data-driven analyses, partner with senior leaders, and drive budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning with robust Excel models.

The role requires 3–5 years of progressive financial analysis, a business degree, and strong communication to inform strategic decisions; exposure to FP&A and financial modeling is valued, with flexible policy and opportunities for equity participation.