Business Analyst

Business Analyst - Mississauga, ON Join Intertek as a Business Analyst on the North American Business Assurance Finance team. Based in Mississauga, Ontario, you will provide high‑impact financial and operational insights that support strategic and day‑to‑day decision‑making, partnering with finance, operations, and commercial teams to translate complex data into clear, actionable recommendations. Position Overview The role reports to the Director, Finance and requires independent design, build, and improvement of financial and business data models. You will use data to drive tangible process improvements, performance visibility and business outcomes in a fast‑paced, matrixed environment. Key Responsibilities Business Partnering & Stakeholder Engagement Serve as a trusted finance business partner to Business Assurance operational and commercial leaders. Build strong relationships across functions to understand business drivers, challenges, and priorities. Communicate complex financial and data insights to non‑finance stakeholders. Influence decision‑making through fact‑based recommendations and scenario analysis. Support leadership with ad hoc analysis, presentations, and strategic insights. Financial Analysis & Data Modeling Design, build, and maintain complex financial and operational data models for forecasting, performance management, and decision support. Analyze revenue, margin, cost drivers, productivity, and operational efficiency. Support budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning processes. Perform variance analysis and root‑cause investigations, translating findings into actionable solutions. Ensure data integrity, consistency, and alignment across multiple systems and data sources. Proven Impact & Continuous Improvement Deliver measurable improvements through data (e.g., improved forecasting accuracy, enhanced reporting, cost savings, efficiency gains). Identify gaps, inefficiencies, and risks within existing data, reporting, or processes. Lead enhancements to financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools. Support automation, standardization, and simplification initiatives to improve scalability and reliability. Document assumptions, methodologies, and outcomes to ensure sustainability of improvements. Independent Execution & Problem Solving Manage analytical workstreams from problem definition through delivery. Navigate ambiguity and incomplete information using structured problem‑solving approaches. Prioritize competing requests while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality. Exercise sound judgment with limited direction, escalating issues appropriately when required. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, or a related field. 3–6 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, business analytics, or FP&A. Demonstrated experience building and improving financial or operational data models. Proven ability to translate analysis into real‑world business improvements. Experience operating independently in a complex, data‑driven organization. Technical & Analytical Skills Advanced Excel skills (complex formulas, large datasets, pivot tables, Power Query). Experience working with large, multi‑source data models. Familiarity with ERP and reporting tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Power BI, or similar). Strong quantitative, analytical, and critical‑thinking skills. Ability to synthesize complex data into concise, executive‑level insights. Soft Skills & Competencies Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence without authority. High level of initiative, ownership, and accountability. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment with minimal supervision. Preferred Qualifications Experience in professional services, assurance, testing, inspection, or certification industries. Exposure to North American multi‑entity or multi‑currency environments. Experience supporting senior leadership with strategic and operational financial analysis. Salary & Benefits Competitive salary and benefits package within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with company match, generous vacation/sick leave, tuition reimbursement and more. Intertek employees are eligible for paid holidays. Intertek’s Commitment & Culture Intertek is a world leader in Quality Assurance, committed to excellence, innovation, and delivering superior customer service with a purpose of making the world safer and more sustainable. We value diversity and inclusion, and support a culture where employees can flourish and reach their highest potential. Equal Employment Opportunity Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. For individuals with Disabilities who would like to request accommodation or need assistance applying, please email hr.canada@intertek.com. Please apply online at Intertek Canada Careers (https://oraclecloud.com). #J-18808-Ljbffr