Sr. Financial Analyst, Financial Analysis & Planning
Role Overview
Senior Financial Analyst supporting management reporting, forecasting, business planning, and analysis for the Wealth distribution channel within Retail Advice & Solutions.
The role reports to the Director, Reporting & Analysis and works with finance partners, other business units, and Canadian Finance.
The role can be based at the Waterloo King or Toronto York locations.
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Role overview
Senior Financial Analyst supporting management reporting, forecasting, business planning, and analysis for the Wealth distribution channel within Retail Advice & Solutions.
The role reports to the Director, Reporting & Analysis and works with finance partners, other business units, and Canadian Finance.
The role can be based at the Waterloo King or Toronto York locations.
What you will do
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and income reporting for Wealth distribution channels.
- Support quarterly business review packages and explain current and forecast income drivers to senior leaders.
- Support business and strategic planning and forecasting with internal partners.
- Support strategic projects and initiatives.
- Consult sales-data users to determine best practices and deliver useful information efficiently.
- Prepare or assist with ad hoc management analysis and reporting.
- Build relationships with business partners, Finance leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Implement process improvements and automation to improve forecast accuracy and efficiency.
What you need to succeed
- Business knowledge and experience related to Wealth and/or financial services.
- At least three years of experience in Finance, Planning, Performance Management, Business Analytics, or a related field.
- Degree in Business, Finance, or a similar field; CPA, CFA, or MBA designation preferred.
- Strong PC skills and experience with financial reporting tools, including MS Office Suite, SAP, Workiva, and Longview.
- Relationship-building, communication, analytical, problem-solving, prioritization, and organizational skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines, optimize work processes, and handle competing priorities in a changing environment.
Benefits
- Flexible benefits are available from the start of employment, alongside career development opportunities.
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