Analyst, Strategic Planning

Req Id: 421812

At Bell, our purpose is to advance how Canadians connect with each other and the world. We achieve this by providing consumers and businesses with the best network technologies in the world, innovative digital solutions and seamless customer experiences. It’s all developed and delivered by the members of #TeamBell and we’re always on the lookout for people with great skills and experiences.

We value diversity and provide a supportive, inclusive community where all team members can succeed. And through our commitment to environmental, social and governance initiatives, you will feel good about the greater impact you will have - making every day better for people as they connect, work, learn and play.

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Be part of the team that drives the achievement of our strategic objectives. You’ll work collaboratively with a team of professionals, managing the performance and risk profile of Bell, balancing the needs of customers, investors and team members with long-term business success.

**Summary**:
As a Strategic Planning Analyst, you will be responsible for overseeing various financial operations and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. The Finance Manager will work closely with other departments to provide financial support and guidance.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Financial Planning and Analysis**:Develop and maintain annual budgets and forecasts, analyze financial performance against budget, and identify areas for improvement. Prepare variance analysis reports and present findings to senior management.
- **Financial Systems**:Lead integration of financial systems and working on new data science models including Alteryx. Oversee the daily operation of financial systems and software, ensuring data integrity and operational efficiency.
- **Month End Accruals**:Forecast monthly spend for all the internal opex and external vendor cost to ensure all the data points are captured and forecasted keeping in view all the known factors. Engaging with scheduling, ops & Project teams to flag any potential pressure and working on mitigation plan with operations to ensure spend within Budget.
- **Maintain and Improve Uniform Customer Ops Hierarchy across Financial Systems and Reports**:Maintaining a uniform Customer Operations hierarchy across financial systems and reports for accurate data analysis, consistent reporting, and efficient operational management. Identifying and addressing any inconsistencies by standardizing, data mapping, data governance and regular audits.
- **Financial Reporting**:Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with accounting standards. Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
- **Internal Controls**:Implement and maintain strong internal controls to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data. Conduct regular reviews of internal controls and identify areas for improvement.
- **Compliance**:Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and accounting standards.
- **Special Projects**:Actively participate in ongoing special projects aimed at improving cost efficiency, including the development of business cases.

**Critical Qualifications**:

- Undergraduate degree in Business/Commerce and CPA/MBA (or working towards designation)
- 2-3 years of finance work experience
- Experience building management reports as well as financial models and forecasting
- Experience with preparing ad hoc financial analysis and providing recommendations to senior management
- Comfortable working with various financial systems, has strong working knowledge of Excel/SAS/SQL, ability to data mine and manipulate large amounts of data
- Knowledge of SAP, BPC, SQLA and Alteryx is an asset
- Ability to streamline processes to improve both speed and accuracy of planning and reporting processes
- Strong communication skills (verbal, written and presentation skills).
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, with the capacity to prioritize tasks and information effectively.
- English required-interaction with English speaking stakeholders across Canada.

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**Additional Information**:
**Position Type**:Management

**Job Status**:Regular - Full Time

**Job Location**:Canada : Ontario : Toronto || Canada : Nova Scotia : Halifax || Canada : Ontario : Mississauga || Canada : Quebec : Montreal
**Work Arrangement**: Hybrid
**Application Deadline**:02/08/2025

We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy, positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well-being of you and your family. As soon as you jo