Principal - Financial Planning and AnalysisProvides strategic financial insights and supports the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis functions within the organization. Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the end‑to‑end monthly forecasting process, including gathering inputs, validating assumptions, analyzing trends, and preparing forecast updates. Partner with business stakeholders to collect key forecast drivers, including revenue, costs, headcount, project activity, volumes, pricing, and other operational assumptions. Analyze monthly trends and determine whether forecast assumptions require updates based on actual performance. Work closely with Finance Business Partners and business leaders to challenge assumptions and ensure forecasts are realistic and supported by business activity. Track material changes to forecast assumptions and clearly explain the financial impact on revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, EBITDA, and other key metrics. Support forecast review meetings by preparing financial analysis, commentary, risks and opportunities, and presentation materials. Support the annual budgeting process, including preparing budget templates, consolidating submissions, reviewing assumptions, and coordinating with business stakeholders. Analyze budget assumptions and identify gaps, inconsistencies, risks, opportunities, and areas requiring further clarification. Prepare, review and support month‑end journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations. Prepare and review monthly P&L; results, including detailed variance analysis versus forecast, budget, and prior year.



Provide clear commentary on financial performance, key business drivers, risks, and opportunities. Analyze revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, headcount costs, and other key financial metrics. Identify unusual trends, one‑time items, timing differences, and recurring business impacts. Support monthly financial reviews with Finance leadership and business stakeholders. Identify opportunities to enhance financial planning and analysis processes. Implement best practices and automation to improve efficiency. Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of financial systems and tools. Support ad‑hoc financial analysis and business requests from Finance leadership, business partners, and senior management. Identify opportunities to automate recurring reports, templates, reconciliations, and manual finance processes. Required Qualifications5+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, accounting, corporate finance, or related finance roles. Strong forecasting, budgeting, P&L; analysis, variance analysis, and month‑end reporting capabilities. Experience preparing journal entries and supporting financial close activities. Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills to analyze data, develop financial models, and present insights effectively.



Experience developing executive‑level reporting materials and financial commentary. Advanced finance or accounting expertise, supported by an MBA, CPA, or progress toward a CPA designation. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field. Skills and CompetenciesStrong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to explain financial results clearly to both finance and non‑finance stakeholders. Strong time management and organizational skills. Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. High attention to detail and accuracy. Proactive, self‑motivated, and able to work independently. Comfortable working in a fast‑paced and changing environment. Collaborative team player who contributes to a positive, inclusive, and high‑performing culture. Advantages and CompensationSalary range: 75,240CAD - 99,000CAD, plus applicable benefits. Supplemental Medical/Dental/Vision Life, Disability, RRSP/DPSP Paid Holidays/Vacation/Sick Time Paid Parental Leave Performance Bonus We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage people with diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences to apply. We do not discriminate based upon age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Financial Analyst (Toronto) - C$75,240 - C$99,000 A Year
🏢 AMS
📍 Toronto