Senior Project Analyst

Element Fleet Management; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Fleet Management is seeking a Senior Project Analyst to join their Finance Shared Services team. The ideal candidate will manage project timelines, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive process improvements within a supportive culture focused on innovation. A Bachelor's degree and three years’ experience in project management or data analysis are required. Attractive salary range and comprehensive benefits provided.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and welfare benefits

Paid time-off programs including vacation and sick leave

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience in project management or data analysis within finance.
• Knowledge of data-driven analysis and project delivery practices.
• Application proficiency in Excel/Smartsheet and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from initiation to completion ensuring timely execution.
• Track performance metrics and develop project plans.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve processes and automate tasks.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Project Management

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, statistics or related field

Tools

Excel

Smartsheet

JIRA

SQL

Power Automate

SAP S4/HANA

Job description

Get started on an exciting career at Element!

Element employees make a difference in the lives of others every day. We are re-defining the fleet management industry to be people first, then business – delivering on our promise of a superior client experience. This takes hard work and innovation, and we need more like-minded people on our team.

What We Need

We are looking for a Senior Project Analyst to join Element Fleet Management. As the largest pure-play fleet manager in the world, we provide unmatched products and services and solutions to our clients.

At Element, employees play a critical role in delivering value to customers and ensuring an exceptional client experience. We are committed to the success of our clients, employees, and investors by fostering a culture where every employee can make a difference!

Are You:

• A quick learner who adapts well to a fast-moving environment and combines creativity, problem- solving skills, and a can-do attitude to achieve results?
• Someone with excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to deal with complex problems and present recommendations and findings in a clear, concise format?

As the Senior Project Analyst, you will play a critical role in the newly established Finance Shared Services Center of Excellence. This position is responsible for maintaining project timelines, tracking key performance metrics, managing project communication, incident tracking across FSS, and collaboration with cross functional teams and stakeholders. The Project Analyst will also facilitate process improvements, automation initiatives, and governance for new and existing processes within Finance Shared Services.

A Day in the Life

Project Coordination & Communication:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for project-related communications within the team
• Maintain and communicate project timelines, milestones, and deliverables
• Provide timely updates to the manager on project progress, issues, and potential risks
• Track and report on project status to leadership and relevant stakeholders as required

Project & Incident Management:

• Manage projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely execution and quality outcomes
• Develop project plans, track progress, and mitigate risks
• Develop an action plan and implement incident reporting plan driving change on current incident reporting within Finance Shared Services
• Monitor and manage incidents related to shared services processes, partnering with Supervisors and IT for RCA

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Collaborate with internal (team) and external stakeholders to gather and document new requirements
• Facilitate discussions to identify process gaps, areas for improvement, and automation opportunities
• Ensure alignment of project goals with business needs and finance shared services strategy
• Assist in the development of presentations materials

Data & Reporting:

• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to process efficiency, automation, and governance for FSS
• Leverage tools such as Smartsheet, Sales Force, Visio, and other applications to support project and team needs
• Provide leadership with data-driven insights and recommendations

Process & Governance:

• Support process reengineering, streamlining, and automation initiatives
• Provide governance and oversight for new and existing finance shared services processes
• Act as the key coordinator for incoming project and process improvement requests

Functional Expertise & System Support:

• Gain functional expertise in finance shared services processes and act as a subject matter expert (SME) when required
• Develop and maintain proficiency in software applications used for project tracking and process management
• Support leadership and team members in solving process-related challenges and operational issues as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, statistics or a related field of study or 5+ years of relevant work experience
• Minimum three years of experience in project management, or with a top-tier management consulting firm, or as a data analyst within finance
• Knowledge of data-driven analysis, project delivery practices and standards across a process improvement lifecycle
• Experience assessing project risk and implementing appropriate control mechanisms
• Experience in generating project documentation and reports
• Application proficiency: Excel/Smartsheet power user, Outlook, Power Point, JIRA
• Experience with data analysis tools, SQL
• Knowledge of automation technologies such as Power Automate, RPAs, Alteryx and other solutions a plus
• Knowledge of and hands-on experience with SAP S4/HANA a plus

The hiring base salary range for this position is $76,300 - $104,900 annually. Actual compensation within this range will be dependent upon the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, equity with other team members, and alignment with market data. Please note that the disclosed salary range is solely for candidates hired to perform work within this geographic location. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location.

What’s in it for You
• A culture of innovation, empowerment, decision-making, and accountability
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits that serve the needs of you and your family and foster a culture of wellness (for qualified roles)
• Additional benefits and amenities, including paid time-off programs (vacation, sick leave, and holidays) (for qualified roles)

Applicants will be required to undergo a background check only if and after a conditional offer of employment has been extended.

Element Fleet Management and its wholly owned subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, Aboriginal/Native American status, protected veterans’ status or any other legally-protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application and interview process are available upon request.Should you require an accommodation with our hiring process please send an email to [e-mail] or call [phone].