Sr. Financial Analyst - Compensation & Headcount planning

Robert Half

  • North York, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Analyst for a 12-month contract. This role will provide high-level financial analysis and modeling to support collective bargaining negotiations and other sensitive organizational initiatives. The successful candidate will work with confidential salary and benefits data, develop robust financial models, and provide strategic insights to senior leadership. This position requires a strong combination of analytical expertise, discretion, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to executive stakeholders. You will collaborate closely with teams in Finance, People & Culture, Legal, Strategy, and Project Management to ensure accurate planning, compliance with labor agreements, and alignment with organizational goals.Key Responsibilities
  • Analyze employee salary structures, benefits, and payroll data while maintaining strict confidentiality.
  • Develop financial models to evaluate compensation trends and forecast salary-related expenses.
  • Provide insights into salary competitiveness and cost impacts to support labor negotiations.
  • Assist in annual budgeting and long-term financial planning related to workforce costs.
  • Prepare sensitive data analysis for executive leadership and board-level presentations.
  • Support finance and HR leadership by preparing detailed cost analyses for collective bargaining agreements (CBAs).
  • Model various salary and benefits scenarios to assess the financial implications of union proposals.
  • Work closely with labor relations and legal teams to ensure compliance with contracts and labor laws.
  • Partner with People & Culture to align financial analysis with compensation strategies.
  • Ensure accuracy in salary and benefits cost allocations through collaboration with accounting teams.
  • Provide financial support for strategic and sensitive projects as required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field, CPA designation or accounting designation an advantage.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial planning & analysis.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Dynamics) and Microsoft Teams.
  • Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
  • Knowledge of collective bargaining processes and labor cost modeling.
  • Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to address complex issues such as economic uncertainties, health, and pension benefits.
  • High level of discretion when handling confidential employee data.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Experience in public sector, unionized environments, or corporate HR finance.
  • Familiarity with labor laws and workforce planning best practices.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
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