Senior Business Case Analyst

Aecon Concessions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure development firm in Toronto is seeking a Senior Business Case Analyst to lead financial modeling and business case development. The role requires 5-8 years of experience in financial analysis, strong Excel skills, and the ability to present insights to senior leaders. The ideal candidate will drive strategic initiatives and influence business units, contributing to key projects for the organization. The expected salary range is CAD 70,000-94,000, reflecting the importance of this role within the teams.

Benefits

Career development programs

Mental health support

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in financial analysis or management consulting.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel with complex modeling capabilities.
• Strong understanding of capital budgeting techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of financial models for business cases.
• Collaborate with business units to identify strategic value drivers.
• Prepare executive-level presentations and reports.

Skills

Financial analysis

Business case development

Strategic thinking

Advanced Excel

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration

MBA, CPA or CFA preferred

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Location: Toronto, ON, CA

Position Title: Sr. Business Case Analyst

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction.With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity?

The Senior Business Case Analyst will lead the development of business value cases across the organization. This role requires advanced financial acumen, strategic thinking, and the ability to build sophisticated models that demonstrate ROI and long-term impact. The ideal candidate will partner with senior stakeholders to quantify benefits, assess costs, and create compelling value propositions for enterprise initiatives.

What You'll Do Here:

• Lead the creation of financial models for business cases, including ROI, NPV, IRR, and payback analysis.
• Collaborate with executives and business units to identify strategic value drivers and translate them into measurable outcomes.
• Conduct complex scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to assess risk and impact.
• Prepare executive-level presentations and reports that clearly articulate business value and strategic alignment.
• Establish frameworks for benefits realization tracking and continuous improvement.
• Align and influence business units on how metrics will be captured.
• Contribute to best practices in value modeling and analysis.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field; MBA, CPA or CFA preferred.
• 5–8 years of experience in financial analysis, business case development, or management consulting.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (complex modeling), and familiarity with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Strong understanding of capital budgeting techniques and value realization frameworks.
• Ability to influence and build trust with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Skilled at analyzing complex problems and developing innovative solutions.
• Exceptional ability to present financial insights in a clear, compelling narrative for executive audiences.
• Comfortable working across multiple business units and managing competing priorities.
• Strong strategic, analytical and problem solving skills

Reason for vacancy: New position

The expected salary range for this opportunity is $70,000-94,000

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.