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Finance Business Partner
Salary Range: $105,000 - $115,000
Location: Vancouver, BC

Ready to be at the heart of a zero-carbon energy future?

As a Finance Business Partner at Drax, you will deal with financial planning and analysis support for Pellet operations, particularly in the Northern Region. Under the guidance of the Senior FP&A Manager, the individual in this position will contribute to the team's objectives by delivering high-quality, timely, and insightful analyses for both short-term and long-term planning.

Why join Drax?

• At Drax, we’re not just generating power; we’re transforming it. We’re a diverse and committed team, working together to create a brighter, more sustainable future. When you join us, you’ll find:
• A Clear Purpose: Be part of a company at the forefront of sustainable energy, making a real difference for the planet and our communities.
• Growth Opportunities: We believe in developing our people.
• Comprehensive Benefits: From day one, you’ll receive competitive wages, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and an RRSP matching plan to support your financial goals. You’ll also participate in a company bonus plan that rewards overall Drax performance and safety.
• A Supportive Team: Work in an environment where continuous learning is encouraged, and your contributions are valued. We’re a ‘can-do’ kind of place, empowering you to make informed decisions and do the right thing.

Your Day-to-Day as a Finance Business Partner. You’ll:

• Support the FP&A team during the business planning and reforecasting processes.
• Provide essential financial analysis, both internal and external, along with necessary reports and information.
• Collect and maintain data within a KPI framework to monitor and assess business performance and progress toward achieving short-term and long-term strategic plans.
• Optimize the use of Group forecasting and reporting tools to assist the FP&A team in planning and decision-making, ensuring that Pellet operations requirements are well understood and integrated into the ongoing development of these tools.
• Participate in ad hoc responsibilities and projects, offering support or assistance as directed by the line manager or senior finance management.
• Collaborate with colleagues from various departments (operations, sales and logistics, finance) to analyse cost-saving opportunities, develop project plans, and monitor progress against expected results.
  
  

What you’ll bring:
To excel in this vital role, you’ll need:

• Qualified accountant (CPA preferred) with over 5 years of experience in a business environment or in practice.
• Essential experience in financial accounting and reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and strong skills in the MS Office Suite. Familiarity with enterprise planning tools such as Planful and reporting/dashboarding tools like Power BI is advantageous.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus.
• Ability to meet demanding deadlines and quickly adapt to changing business needs.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of calculations and analyses.
• Highly numerate with robust analytical skills; capable of building and interrogating complex financial models and reports.
• Excellent team player.
• Adaptable, capable of working independently, and able to lead by example.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to adapt tone and style for various audiences.

How we act at Drax:
Our culture is built on a few core beliefs that guide everything we do:

• We care about what matters: We support each other to achieve important goals.
• We’re a can-do kind of place: We’re empowered to make informed decisions and do what’s right.
• We see things differently: We share insights, search for new ideas, and innovate.
• We listen carefully: We ensure everyone feels heard and valued.
• We do what we say we’ll do: We are proactive, committed, and reliable.

Ready to make a difference?

Apply today to help Drax discover the talented individuals we need to drive this change. A career at Drax is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make a difference.

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The Drax Resourcing team will never use third-party apps to make job offers. The recruitment process with Drax will always include at least one face-to-face interview, either in person or via an online video call, as well as several phone conversations. Drax will never ask you to download apps to enter timesheet details or ask you to purchase your own IT equipment. If you have any concerns during your recruitment process or suspect something isn’t right, please contact us via careers@drax.com to verify the application or details of the person you have been speaking to.

Please note that, whilst not expected, the company may pay at a rate outside the band for this role where appropriate, taking into account the candidate’s experience, skills and other relevant factors.

The advertised salary range relates to British Columbia and is provided in accordance with the BC Pay Transparency Act. We recognize, however, that salaries are often driven by market forces in the local area where a candidate is based, and accordingly, the salary range may not apply outside of British Columbia.