Financial Analyst II

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Workplace Environment:       Hybrid 

This role can sit in the following cities:    Toronto                         

Job Description

The Financial Analyst, BP Network Operations will be supporting functional budgeting /forecasting activities along with the month end reporting and analysis, and other ad-hoc management reporting. This role will partner with assigned Operations business functions to provide financial support and insights and assist with the execution of operational and financial plans.

Analysis

Performs and delivers monthly and YTD analysis on forecast/plan variances.

Provides financial expertise and analysis to support monthly results.

Tracks performance against budget, prior year and forecast. Identifies variances to actual results.

Understands expense drivers, supports problem solving and develops recommendations.

Budgeting/forecasting

Prepares annual operating budgets and periodic forecasts for assigned Operations functions.

Works with the business functions in establishing and implementing the budgets and forecasts while highlighting any risks/opportunities to their financial plans.

Reporting

Prepares weekly/monthly financial metrics, KPIs, scorecards (expense, volume, productivity).

Compiles month-end financial results and materials for functional MBRs.

Other ad-hoc management reporting as required.

Business Partnering

Provides dedicated decision support to assigned Operations business functions.

Assists with business cases, capital investments and AIM forms.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Strong analytical abilities to ensure financial information is reported and presented accurately

Storytelling, communication skills: ability to prepare and present financial information in written and verbal format to non-financial audiences

Collaboration and cross-teaming with ability to take initiative

Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment, to interact, foster and maintain relationships at all levels of the organization

Self-motivated and ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s or College Degree in Accounting, Finance or Accounting designation preferred

3+ years of experience in Accounting or Financial Planning & Analysis

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Powerpoint)

Experience with SAP (S/4HANA is a plus)

POSTING DETAILS
Location:                    530 - Corporate  
Working Conditions: Office Environment 

Posting Number:         [[id]]

Reports to:                  Director Operations Finance 
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