Business Financial Analyst

GFL Environmental Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options

Wellness program & PTO

401(k) with company match

Growth opportunities

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Business Financial Analyst to support financial planning and performance analysis for mid and Northern Michigan service areas.

You will analyze financial data, prepare reports, forecast, budget, and collaborate with departments to identify cost savings and revenue opportunities. The role involves cross-functional work with operations, HR, and IT to align financial data with business needs, drive process improvements, and ensure compliance with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or business.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Suite.
• Understanding of accounting, finance, and operational processes.
• Entry-level to mid-level experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial statements, cash flow, and budgets; forecast performance.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and potential revenue growth.
• Monitor market trends, regulatory changes, and industry dynamics to inform strategy.
• Perform variance analysis and interpret data with company software.
• Recommend improvements to financial systems, processes, and controls.
• Ensure adherence to financial regulations and internal controls.
• Collaborate with operations, HR, IT to align data with business needs.
• Demonstrate strong analytical thinking and problem-solving.

Skills

Business knowledge

Excel & Google Suite

Finance basics

Experience: Entry to mid-level

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business, or related field

Job description

About Us

GFL is one of the largest diversified environmental services company in North America, providing comprehensive solid waste management services from its platform of facilities throughout Canada and 18 U.S. states. Recognized by our signature fleet of bright green trucks and equipment, we offer a wide range of environmental and industrial services to businesses, communities and households, providing a consolidated and sophisticated approach to meeting our customers’ needs. One of the keys to our success lies in the diversity of our services and our ability to deliver robust integrated solutions, all from a single efficient company. We believe that, by providing safe, accessible and cost-effective solutions, we encourage greater environmental responsibility and allow our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life.

The Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Business Financial Analyst to support financial planning and performance analysis in our mid and Northern Michigan service areas. The role involves analyzing financial data, preparing reports, forecasting, budgeting, and collaborating with departments to identify cost savings and revenue opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Analysis & Forecasting: Analyze financial statements, cash flow, profit/loss, and budget variances; forecast future performance.
• Cost & Revenue Analysis: Identify cost reduction opportunities and revenue growth potential.
• Market & Industry Research: Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and regulatory changes to inform strategy.
• Modeling & Data Analysis: Conduct variance analysis and use company statistical software to interpret data.
• Process Improvement: Review and recommend changes to financial systems, procedures, and controls.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to financial regulations and internal controls.
• Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, operations, HR, and IT to align financial data with business needs.
• Analytical: Strong data interpretation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

What We’re Looking For (Qualifications)

• Business Knowledge: Understanding of accounting, finance, and operational processes.
• Technical: Knowledgeable Microsoft Excel and Google suite. Able to adapt to industry specific programs.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business, or related field.
• Experience: Entry-level to mid-level.

What We Offer

• Health: 4 medical plan options including a HSA with employer contribution & match program, dental, and vision coverage.
• Wellness:Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services, Paid time off
• Financial: 401(k) with an employer match and competitive wages
• Culture: Growth opportunities and continuous learning opportunities

Join us and become part of "Team Green" at GFL Environmental, where your skills and dedication will be valued and rewarded.

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We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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