Sr. Financial Analyst

FinDev Canada; Ontario (CA); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

FinDev Canada seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to join the Finance team in a permanent, hybrid role based in Canada. You will oversee IFRS-compliant accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support the organization's mission in emerging markets.

The role requires a CPA or equivalent, at least seven years of experience, and strong Excel/Power BI skills. You will collaborate with the parent company on consolidation and cost-sharing, and communicate insights to senior

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• CPA designation or equivalent professional accounting credential.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in business, accounting, and/or financial analysis.
• Advanced knowledge of IFRS and strong accounting and financial analysis principles.
• Analytical ability to prepare, analyze, and present complex financial information.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint and complex databases.
• Bilingual in English and French.

Responsibilities

• Engage in impactful accounting: ensure records and reports comply with IFRS and policies.
• Provide financial support through forecasting, budgeting, and budget variance analysis.
• Deliver insights to stakeholders via variance analysis, forecasting, and long-range planning.
• Work with large data sets to conduct detailed financial analysis and modeling.
• Prepare clear communications and presentations for senior leadership on financial topics.
• Collaborate with the parent company on consolidation and cost-sharing activities.
• Embrace versatile contributions beyond core duties to drive the organization's success.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Databases

Bilingual English/French

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related field

CPA designation or equivalent

Tools

Cognos Disclosure Management

PeopleSoft Financials

TM1

Power BI

Job description

Application deadline: November 13, 2026

Are you ready to advance your career while helping drive positive change in emerging markets?

We are looking for an Sr. Financial Analyst!

Join FinDev Canada, Canada's development finance institution! We work with and through the private sector to advance climate and nature action, gender equality, and market development in developing economies. Joining FinDev Canada means being part of a growing, purpose-driven organization where your expertise directly contributes to meaningful, measurable impact around the world.

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: FinDev Canada headquarters is in downtown Montreal. For the right candidate, Ottawa or Toronto will be considered, with the flexibility to work under a hybrid model, with a current requirement of three in-office days per week (subject to change).

Compensation Details

• Grade 18: Salaries typically range from $96,557 - $128,743 annually, based on qualifications and experiences, plus a performance-based incentive.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Impactful Work: We are driven by our mandate to promote sustainable and inclusive growth in emerging markets and developing economies. Every role contributes to creating positive, lasting impact - for our clients, the markets we serve, and communities around the world.

• Inspiring Colleagues: Join a diverse and talented team from around the world that brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and passion to everything we do. We believe strong results come from strong partnerships - working together, sharing perspectives, and building trust to achieve shared goals.

• Our Core Values: Our culture is anchored in Collaboration, Agility, Impact, and Respect. We work together across diverse teams, embrace change and innovation, and stay focused on creating meaningful, sustainable impact - while treating one another with integrity, empathy, and respect.

• Perks and Benefits: Our Total Rewards offering goes beyond a paycheck. We provide a comprehensive package designed to meet the diverse needs and life stages of our employees.

Team Overview

• The Finance team plays a critical role in supporting FinDev Canada's strategic objectives through financial stewardship, planning, reporting, and analysis. The team provides trusted financial insights that enable informed decision-making across the organization while ensuring compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and corporate policies. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, the team supports budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, performance measurement, and continuous improvement initiatives that help drive FinDev Canada's mission and growth.

What You Will Be Doing

• Engage in Impactful Accounting: Perform essential accounting activities ensuring financial records and reports comply with IFRS and company policies.

• Financial Support: Provide critical financial support through accurate forecasting, budgeting, and analysis of budget variations.

• Insightful and Critical Analysis: Deliver valuable insights to both financial and non-financial stakeholders through comprehensive variance analysis, forecasting, and long-range planning. Analyze business unit results critically to meet financial reporting requirements and challenge assumptions as needed.

• Data Mastery and Enhancement: Work with large and complex data sets to conduct detailed financial analysis and modeling, aiding business unit decision-making and corporate planning. Identify opportunities to improve data usability and understandability.

• Clear Communication: Prepare clear and impactful communications and presentations for senior leadership on topics such as budget-to-actual variance analysis, trend and scenario analysis, and driver-based modeling. Explain complex issues clearly, using tact and diplomacy to persuade and inform others.

• Collaborative Efforts: Partner with the parent company on consolidation and cost-sharing activities, ensuring seamless financial operations.

• Versatile Contributions: Embrace additional responsibilities beyond core duties to drive the corporation's success and growth..

What We Are Looking For

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.

• Professional Designation: CPA designation or equivalent professional accounting credential.

• Experience: Minimum 7 years of experience in business, accounting, and/or financial analysis, with demonstrated communication, organizational, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

• Technical Expertise: Advanced knowledge of IFRS and strong accounting and financial analysis principles.

• Analytical Skills: Demonstrated ability to prepare, analyze, and present complex quantitative and qualitative financial information.

• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and the ability to work effectively with complex databases.

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Experience developing forecasting and budgeting models.

• Expense management and costing experience.

• Audit experience involving financial transactions and controls.

• Experience supporting financial consolidation and reporting to parent organizations.

• Knowledge of Cognos Disclosure Management, PeopleSoft Financials, TM1, and Power BI.

• Experience researching accounting standards and preparing recommendations, analyses, and technical memoranda.

• Bilingual in both official languages (English and French).

Ready to make a difference?

Learn more about us here: https://www.findevcanada.ca

Eligibility

FinDev Canada is committed to Fair Employment Practices and preference will be given to a candidate who is able to work legally in Canada at the time of application (Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents). Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements. The position is open to those who meet all of the essential requirements stated above and whose applications are received by the closing date.

FinDev Canada's Commitment to Employment Equity

FinDev Canada is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures, backgrounds, and abilities. At FinDev Canada, we nurture a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow, develop, succeed, and be their truest selves.

We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

FinDev Canada recognizes that disclosing the need for accommodations can be a personal matter. Please know that as an organization, we are committed to maintain confidentiality and ensure that any accommodation provided is tailored to support your needs. Our aim is to ensure you have a comfortable and positive experience throughout the recruitment process, so please do not hesitate to contact us directly for any accommodation requests at [e-mail]. We are here to support you every step of the way.

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