Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

JK Executive Strategies

  • Toronto, ON
  • $110,000-125,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst
Toronto, ONJK Executive Strategies is proud to partner with an industry-leading manufacturer in the color pigments space in search of a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst to join its Finance team! This role will support strategic and operational decision-making across the business.This role will report to the Director of FP&A and partner closely with Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and Accounting to drive insights that enhance efficiency, profitability, and growth. The ideal candidate has experience in a manufacturing environment and is comfortable analyzing complex cost structures and operational metrics.Responsibilities
  • Support the monthly reporting and quarterly financial forecast processes
  • Partner with plant managers, supply chain, and operations teams to understand cost drivers, labor and overhead allocation, and production variances
  • Analyze trends in raw material costs, labor utilization, and throughput to identify risks and opportunities
  • Develop and maintain financial models for scenario analysis, capital investment decisions, and margin optimization
  • Assist in preparing monthly management reports, variance analysis, and financial packages for leadership and the board of directors
  • Support annual budgeting processes across business units, consolidating inputs and ensuring alignment with company goals
  • Contribute to ongoing process improvements in reporting, systems, and data management
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
  • 3-5 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling
  • Experience with ERP systems (Infor M3) and BI Tools (Power BI)
  • Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
  • Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience supporting plant or factory operations directly
  • Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma concepts
  • CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred but not required
  • Private equity exposure preferred
Salary Range
  • $110k-$125k CAD
JK Executive Strategies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of JK Executive Strategies to provide equal opportunity in employment and conditions of employment to all individuals regardless of age, race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, veteran or military status, disability, pregnancy-related condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, familial status, prior arrest, domestic violence victim status, non-job related convictions, participation in lawful activities outside of our workplace, or any other status protected by law.

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