Financial Planning Analyst

Numeris is Canada’s most trusted and authoritative source for broadcast measurement and consumer behaviour data. As well, the industry leading intelligence provider to broadcasters, advertisers, and agencies. We have been recognized for over 75 years as providing the gold standard in audience intelligence. We have great people who do exceptional work. We take pride in building an environment of continuous learning and career advancement opportunities. Our teams are collaborative, curious, and dedicated to creating quality experiences. We love what we do, enjoy each other’s company, and support initiatives to give back to our communities. We are looking for people to help us shape the future of Numeris, and have a lot of fun along the way.Role SummaryThe financial planning analyst will be primarily responsible for the monthly analysis of financial statements variance to budget and/or forecast on the assigned areas, for the execution and monitoring of the annual budget and monthly forecast cycle and for the development, maintenance and monitoring of various projects costing. Key ResponsibilitiesConduct financial analysis, monthly rolling forecasting and budgeting to support business objectives. Prepare and analyze financial reports, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement. Develop financial models to assess business performance, profitability, and cost efficienciesSupport the monthly rolling forecast process by collecting, validating, and inputting data into financial models, ensuring accuracy and timelinessProvides timely rolling forecasts projections, sound variance analyses, and commentary to Finance team in support of monthly forecasting and performance reportingResponsible for establishing and maintaining effective relationships across the business to understand the business and the primary business drivers, goals, and the needs of the main business partners and internal customersProvide timely, relevant reporting and analyses of departmental performance against historical, budgeted and forecasted results to facilitate decision makingLead monthly financial meetings with business partners and internal clients to explain variancesPerforms deep-dive analysis on key financial issues, identifying key drivers, providing insightful commentary, and thoughtful recommendations Develops a deep understanding of the business to provide insightful and actionable key indicators to measure business performance Provides timely forecasts, variance analyses, and commentary to Finance team in support of monthly rolling forecasting and the corporate initiatives performance reporting.Performs deep-dive analysis on projects costings, identifying key drivers, providing insightful commentary, and thoughtful recommendations.Monitor operational and financial performance models, highlighting trends and performing variance analysis.Develop a deep understanding of the business to provide insightful and actionable key indicators to measure business performance. Maintains the planning system on an ongoing basis, makes recommendations for planning system enhancements and support to maintain a user-friendly financial planning tool for management.Supports special projects and assists in other areas of the department as neededQualifications & Experience5 + working years’ experience in financial analysis or accounting with relevant working experience in financial and business forecasting, reporting and in-depth variance analysis.Sound critical and analytical thinking, problem-solving, planning, prioritization, and execution skills Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and ability to effectively articulate and communicate complex financial information and analytical results to all levels of managementProven work experience in a finance business support role with focus on budgeting, forecasting, standard costing and financial analysis.Strong attention to details, highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.Requires a sound knowledge of accounting standards and budgeting principles, methodsHighly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills Advanced level Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Good working knowledge of Great Plains and Prophix is an asset.Education & CertificationsUndergraduate degree Required.CPA designation is an asset.What's in it for you?Be part of an evolutionary journey in the audience measurement and data space; work on exciting projects, add value & make a positive impact to our Company.Competitive salary and benefits package (Health and Dental employer paid premiums plus a Personal Spending Account).Flexible Summer Hours Program between May - September. Paid Time Off during the holiday’s closure between Christmas & New Year’s Day.Education Reimbursement: For those wishing to pursue additional professional development, funding up to $1000 per year is offered (some conditions apply).Continuous learning and development via Percipio, our Learning Management System.Be part of additional programs such as MentorMe, which helps our employee’s network, and grow within the organization. Leadership Training offerings for new and emerging leaders.Employee Wellness Programs: EFAP support via KiiEmployee Recognition program using Teamo Points Platform. Employee Appreciation Events to celebrate ALL of our Employees.Culture of great teams, coworkers and supportive leadership.Perkopolis: Participation in a program that provides exclusive discounts on products and services to employees. Perks include shopping discounts, movie tickets, services, event/show tickets and much moreValuesData-driven : Driving intelligence through data Conscious Transparency: Bringing transparency in a world dominated by Walled-Gardens Collaboration through trust: Working together towards achieving common goals People first: Increased employee experiences through flexibility and providing a voice for everyone Commitment to the best: Bringing the best solutions to Canada Numeris is an equal opportunity employerWe are committed to creating an accessible environment for all our employees and foster a culture that focuses on diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We believe that a diverse workforce helps everyone contribute in meaningful ways towards our shared success.