Financial Analyst - Technology
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Financial Analyst - Technology based in Canada.
This is an opportunity to join an FP&A team supporting a technology-focused business function in a fast-paced, global environment.
You will play a key role in financial planning, forecasting, expense management, and performance analysis.
The position combines hands-on financial modeling with strategic business partnering and cross-functional collaboration.
You will help leaders understand financial performance, optimize costs, and make informed business decisions.
A strong focus is placed on automation, AI, business intelligence, and scalable processes that improve finance operations.
The role offers meaningful exposure to technology and SaaS-related business models, including cloud hosting and services.
It is well suited to an analytical, proactive professional who enjoys solving complex problems and driving measurable improvements.
Accountabilities
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Manage budgeting and forecasting processes related to headcount, vendors, third-party hosting, operating expenses, and other technology-related costs.
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Develop and maintain accurate financial models, reports, forecasts, variance analyses, dashboards, and leadership communication materials.
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Monitor P&L performance, investigate significant variances, identify underlying drivers, and translate findings into actionable business insights.
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Partner with technology and cross-functional leaders to support cost optimization, business transformation, resource planning, and operational efficiency initiatives.
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Build a strong understanding of technology business models, including cloud hosting, services, ACV, revenue, utilization, capacity planning, and related financial drivers.
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Coordinate month-end activities and maintain an effective business-partnering cadence across finance and technology stakeholders.
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Identify opportunities to automate reporting and streamline financial processes through AI, business intelligence, automation, and modern analytics tools.
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Lead or contribute to finance projects involving process improvement, business intelligence, documentation, reporting enhancements, and operational efficiency.
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Support headcount analysis and workforce planning while ensuring financial plans remain aligned with business priorities.
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3+ years of experience in FP&A, strategic finance, corporate finance, or a comparable analytical role, preferably within a SaaS or technology environment.
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Demonstrated experience with operating expense planning, headcount management, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling.
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Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to create dynamic, scalable, and well-structured financial models.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to interpret complex financial and operational data and turn it into clear business insights.
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Experience with financial planning and reporting platforms such as Adaptive Planning, OfficeConnect, SAP, or comparable FP&A technologies is preferred.
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Practical experience using AI, automation, business intelligence, or analytics tools to improve financial reporting, forecasting, and operational processes.
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Ability to understand technology-oriented business models and connect operational metrics with financial performance.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information effectively to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
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Strong organizational and project-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver accurately against deadlines.
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Collaborative, proactive, and improvement-oriented mindset, with a demonstrated interest in using technology to enhance finance processes.
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Ability to work effectively in a remote, fast-paced environment and build productive relationships across functions.
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Canada remote opportunity, supporting a remote-first working model.
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Competitive compensation, with the role's U.S. base salary benchmark listed at $78,000–$130,000 USD; compensation varies by location, experience, skills, education, certifications, and organizational factors.
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Additional compensation opportunities, including bonus eligibility.
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Comprehensive benefits package, with specific offerings dependent on employment location.
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Remote-work flexibility designed to support productivity and work-life balance.
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Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks focused on community, education, and advocacy.
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Annual charity, fundraising, and employee volunteer initiatives.
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Global sustainability programs supporting environmental responsibility.
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Employee fitness, trivia, and community activities.
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Global wellbeing days and monthly wellbeing webinars and training.
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An inclusive, collaborative culture with opportunities to contribute to meaningful technology and cybersecurity initiatives.
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Professional opportunities to work with AI, automation, business intelligence, and modern financial technologies.