Our client, is searching for a Budgeting & Forecasting Analyst to join their finance team on a 4-month contract. Reporting to two Regional Controllers, this role is ideal for an analytical and adaptable finance professional who enjoys financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and supporting business decision-making.
Your Success Will Be Defined By Your Ability To
- Support the budgeting and forecasting processes across multiple business units
- Prepare and analyze management reporting packages, including actual versus budget and forecast reporting
- Provide timely financial analysis and insights to support operational and strategic decision-making
- Partner with Regional Controllers to manage priorities and deliver key financial information
- Collaborate with operational stakeholders to gather, validate, and interpret financial data
- Identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improved financial performance
- Contribute to ad hoc reporting, analysis, and special projects as business needs arise
- Work independently while effectively balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Your strengths include:
- 2-3 years of experience in financial analysis, project accounting, management reporting, FP&A;, or a similar finance role
- Progress toward a CPA designation is considered an asset
- Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting principles
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with experience working in complex spreadsheets and financial models
- Experience working with large datasets and translating information into meaningful business insights
- Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 is considered an asset
- Exposure to Power BI or similar reporting tools is considered an asset
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with both finance and operational stakeholders
- Excellent analytical thinking, problem-solving, and professional judgement
- Ability to work independently, adapt quickly, and contribute in a busy team setting