Senior Business Analyst

Reporting to the Director, FP&A, the Senior Business Analyst, Finance serves as a strategic business partner to Finance and operational leaders, providing financial analysis, actionable business insights, and process improvement recommendations that support informed decision-making and organizational performance. The role combines financial planning and analysis, business partnering, financial systems expertise, and project leadership to improve financial visibility, enhance operational effectiveness, and support strategic decision-making. The successful candidate is highly analytical, business-focused, and capable of translating complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations for stakeholders across the organization.

Key Deliverables and Responsibilities:
Financial Planning & Analysis

Lead financial analysis, business case development, profitability assessments, and strategic decision support.
Develop financial models for forecasting, budgeting, scenario analysis, and long-range planning.
Coordinate budgeting, forecasting, and performance management processes.
Analyze financial and operational performance to identify key drivers, risks, and opportunities.

Business Partnering

Partner with business leaders to translate financial and operational data into business actions.
Challenge assumptions, provide objective financial guidance, and influence strategic decisions.
Communicate financial performance, risks, and recommendations effectively to stakeholders at all levels.

Finance Transformation & Process Improvement

Lead finance transformation initiatives, including process redesign, system enhancements, and change management activities.
Drive cross-functional projects by aligning stakeholders, managing execution, and delivering measurable business outcomes.
Identify and implement opportunities to automate, standardize, and optimize finance processes through technology and continuous improvement initiatives.

Financial Systems & Data Management

Partner with the Accounting team to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and consistency of financial data and reporting.
Support data governance, reporting standards, and financial system effectiveness.
Leverage financial systems and data structures to enable reliable reporting and analytics.

Experience and Knowledge

8+ years of progressive experience in FP&A or related finance roles, including leadership of cross-functional projects, process improvement, and change management initiatives that deliver measurable business outcomes.

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field required. MBA, CPA, CFA, or other relevant professional designation is considered an asset.
Advanced knowledge of financial planning, analysis, modeling, and performance management.
Experienced with ERP systems (e.g., Business Central, Dayforce) and business intelligence tools such as Power BI, including reporting automation, dashboard development, and data analysis.
Experience with SaaS business models, recurring revenue metrics, pricing optimization and profitability analysis is considered a strong asset.
Experience working with enterprise data environments, including data warehouses, SQL-based reporting, and analytics platforms, is considered an asset.

Skills and Abilities

Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights and recommendations.
Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, reporting, and project management tools.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and drive initiatives to completion.
Strong business acumen and strategic mindset, with a clear understanding of the financial and operational drivers of business performance.
Proven ability to build effective cross-functional relationships, influence decision-making, and serve as a trusted business partner to leaders across the organization.
Strong attention to detail while maintaining a strategic and enterprise-wide perspective.

Base salary of $90,000 - $110,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.