Financial Analyst, NA

About Vantage Data CentersVantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.Position OverviewThis role is based in Montreal (Pointe Claire / Saint-Laurent) or Saint-Bruno, QC. In alignment with our flexible work policy (3 days on site required, 2 days flexible).Vantage is looking for a hands-on, resourceful and detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join its Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team. In this role, you will serve as a strategic partner to budget owners across multiple data center campuses throughout Canada and the United States. This individual will also be instrumental in developing and maintaining dashboards and financial models using Power BI, Power Query and Excel to enhance internal process and financial reporting. Alongside enhancing business agility through the deployment of new financial models, the analyst will play a key role in supporting budgeting and monthly forecasting activities.Essential Job Functions & DutiesBuild and maintain various reports & dashboards used regularly to steer our operations.Develop financial models and budgets for new business concepts and resulting financial impact to help drive data driven decision making.Assist in month end, quarterly, annual operating financial planning and financial reporting to various stakeholders working cross functionally with various teams, including business finance, accounting, and business operations.Drive continuous improvement and standardization of processes, implement best practices and deliver automation throughout month-end close and financial planning cycles.Analyze complex financial data and provide accurate and timely reports to key stakeholders, highlighting key insights and recommendations.Support the month-end close process and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.Assist in developing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.Deliver detailed variance analysis, identifying risks and opportunities, and effectively communicate results to senior leadership to influence tactical and strategic business decisions.Work with multiple datasets and transform it into insights and information.Participate in Finance initiatives, including but not limited to process improvements, ad hoc analyses, and preparation of periodic reporting activities.Job RequirementsBachelor’s degree in accounting and/or FinanceExcellent financial/business modeling & analysis skills. Moderate to advanced knowledge of Power BI, Power Query, Excel, and PowerPoint.Knowledge of Yardi Voyager, preferred but not requiredDemonstrated experience in labor forecasting and workforce planningProven ability to handle and analyze highly confidential and sensitive information with discretion and integrityAbility to simplify, generate actionable business insights from complex datasets, rationalize & forecast business implications and develop recommendations/formulate business cases.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to influence stakeholders to ensure business needs & goals are met.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, comfortable working with ambiguity and change.Self-motivated, able to work through multiple, competing priorities.Physical Demands and Special RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 ps.#LI-Hybrid #LI-AH1We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity EmployerVantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.