Senior Financial & Data Analyst

Description

Hybrid work schedule -Please note that this position can also be filled in any of our offices across Canada

Reporting to the associate director of business planning and analytics (BP & A), this role works closely with the practice groups and business services teams to provide comprehensive analysis, reporting and insight to the NRFC management committee, regional / national practice group leaders, office managing partners, local practice team chairs and business services leadership.

You will be focusing on :

• Using data from all relevant sources to develop financial reporting, analysis and management tools to help practice heads and business services' leaders drive their decision making
• Assist in continuous improvement through dashboard development (Tableau, Power BI) to reduce manual processes and to enhance efficiency
• Prepare profitability analysis (matters, clients, partners, etc.)
• Prepare annual operating budgets, forecasts, projections, and long-term outlooks
• Monitor results compared to prior year, budget / forecast, and conduct in-depth analysis to identify risks and opportunities
• Collaborate with the managers to provide proactive financial analysis and decision support
• Participate in creating and implementing policies and procedures
• Maintain and assist in developing complex financial models to support scenario analysis, capital allocation, and resource optimization
• Provide decision support to management by conducting sensitivity analyses and presenting the potential impact of various business decisions
• Continuously review and enhance the forecasting and budgeting processes to ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Implement best practices and advanced analytical tools to streamline financial analysis and reporting

What you bring to the role :

• Professional accounting designation (preferred) together with + years of experience in FP&A
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and data analysis.
• Strong technical ability to utilize analytical systems and tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.)
• Skills in programming languages such as Python, R, and / or SQL are a benefit
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively multi-task
• Ability to take initiative and work independently in a complex environment
• Establish effective working relationships with colleagues in other service areas and offices
• Self-starter attitude with willingness to learn and master new technologies
• Strong problem solving, analytical and strategic thinking skills; able to see the "big picture" in a complex business environment
• Experience manipulating large amounts of information to generate concise, strategic recommendations
• Ability to clearly and confidently communicate results to technical and non-technical audiences and interact with individuals throughout all levels of the organization

Why join our team :

• Hybrid work environment
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Benefit premiums paid by the firm
• Telemedicine services
• Wellness matters : Flexible health and wellness allowance that covers much more than gym memberships!
• Training and development programs based on your interests and needs

Ready to join a proactive and modern firm that provides an exceptional career experience in an inclusive and collaborative environment? Come join us!

As a global law firm, we embrace a culture of excellence and working hard, but always with a focus on flexibility, respect, diversity and openness.

We strive to create an equitable, inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole self to work and realize their career potential.

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