Specialist Financial Planning

Canadian Pacific Railway; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent railway company in Calgary is seeking a Specialist in Financial Planning. This role entails leading financial planning processes, developing detailed budgets, and providing analytical insights to operational leadership. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of relevant experience. The company offers a competitive benefits package and supports a culture of inclusion.

Benefits

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Competitive pension plans

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Performance Incentive Plan

Annual Fitness Subsidy

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a finance-related role, preferably with an operational or planning focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Financial Planning process for an Operations portfolio.
• Develop comprehensive annual budgets for cost centers.
• Continuously improve reporting and analysis for stakeholders.

Skills

Continuous process improvement

Inquisitive mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or related fields

Job description

Purpose of the Position

As the Specialist, Financial Planning – Operations you will independently lead the Financial Planning process for an Operations portfolio, working with various stakeholders to ensure precision in the forecasting process and provide high‑quality analyses to Operational and Finance leadership. This position will also be responsible for leading the annual budgeting process, maintaining an accurate expense forecast, and providing financial analytical insight into Operations.

Position Accountabilities

• Translate operational changes into a financial forecast with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.
• Proactively look for improvements in the forecasting process; identify key drivers while gaining a thorough understanding of the business model.
• Provide support to Operations by developing a comprehensive, detailed annual budget for all cost centers, working closely with operational leaders to develop and incorporate initiatives.
• Continuously improve reporting and analysis for key stakeholders, using available systems to further automate key reports and provide insightful analyses.
• Assist in ad‑hoc requests from the operational leaders, delivering support in an accurate and timely manner.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics or other relevant fields.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a finance‑related role, preferably with an operational or planning focus.
• Continuous process improvement, inquisitive mindset, and strong attention to detail.

What CPKC Has to Offer

• Flexible and competitive benefits package.
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan.
• Performance Incentive Plan.
• Annual Fitness Subsidy.

Pre‑Employment Requirements

• Criminal history check.
• Education verification.
• Professional reference.

Becoming a Railroader

As an employee with a North American presence, the possibility exists that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Culture of Inclusion

For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).