Financial Analyst

GCT is the operator of the largest container terminal in the country and one of the largest employers in the maritime sector. We are the major entry point for international trade in Canada, totaling over $2 billion in economic output each year. Operating on the West Coast for over a hundred years, with the support of our people, we played a major role in the development of the Asia Pacific Gateway.

We offer rewarding opportunities for team-oriented individuals to thrive in a fast-paced environment by being accountable, innovative, and driven to achieve challenging goals. We have an opportunity for a Financial Analyst within our Finance Department at our Head Office location in Vancouver, BC.

Role Overview
The Financial Analyst will support both the treasury and financial planning and analysis functions for the organization. The role requires adherence to the Company’s treasury policies and processes as well as a detailed understanding of the revenue, costs, and other key metrics of the business to ensure meaningful support of each of the operations in Vancouver. The Financial Analyst will work closely with GCT’s operating and finance teams, reporting to the Manager, Treasury and Financial Planning & Analysis.

Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will demonstrate proficiency in the following areas under direction of the Manager, Treasury and Financial Planning & Analysis:

• Function as the primary lead for the Company’s financial and capital planning models and maintain supporting documentation used for budgeting, forecasting, liquidity, and long-range planning processes;
• Prepare short-term and long-term cash flow forecasts to support management of the Company’s liquidity position, optimizing cash positioning, monitoring borrowing capacity, and performing ad-hoc scenario analysis;
• Assist with the Company’s debt portfolio requirements, including compliance with debt agreements and covenants, administering debt service payments, and maintaining debt schedules and documentation requirements;
• Maintain the Company’s credit rating through preparation of financial models, schedules, and presentation materials;
• Administration of day-to-day banking requirements and record keeping;
• Assist with the preparation of internal and external written reports for Management and other stakeholders, including treasury reports, dashboards, and business updates;
• Maintain planning templates, coordinate inputs and prepare analyses to support regular planning cycles;
• Support preparation of treasury related information for interim financial statements and year-end audit;
• Participate in ad-hoc treasury projects, process improvements, and other initiatives as needed;

Requirements
Education & Experience:

• Undergraduate degree, preferably supplemented by a CPA designation or equivalent.
• Three or more years of related work experience as a Financial Analyst or equivalent in industry or public practice (Big four experience considered an asset).
• Demonstrated progression through an accounting, treasury, or finance role (either in public practice or industry) with application of various financial analysis tools, methods, and technologies to support decision-making processes.
• Effective communication skills; ability to interact with and persuasively present financial issues to all levels of management.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with experience building complex financial models and a proficiency in PowerPoint.
• Experience preparing financial plans, budgets, and forecasts in enterprise performance systems (Adaptive) with related variance analysis considered an asset.
• Demonstrated experience communicating and developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Aptitude and enthusiasm for improving business and finance processes and making the best use of technology.
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously.

Salary Band

• Band S4: $93,264 - $109,104.
• Competitive benefits plan, including a defined benefit pension plan, and annual incentive plan.

Leadership Practices
Model the Way – Leaders find their voice by clarifying their personal values and expressing them in a style that is authentically their own, and they set the example by aligning actions with shared values.
Inspire a Shared Vision – Leaders envision the future by imagining exciting and ennobling possibilities and enlisting others in a common vision by appealing to shared aspirations.
Challenge the Process – Leaders search for opportunities by seeking innovative ways to change, grow, and improve. They also experiment and take risks by constantly generating small wins and learning from mistakes.
Enable Others to Act – Leaders foster collaboration by promoting cooperative goals and building trust. They strengthen others by sharing power and discretion.
Encourage the Heart – Leaders recognize contributions by showing appreciation for individual excellence. They also celebrate values and victories by creating spirit of community.

GCT is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics or medical history, disability, veteran status, and all other non-merit characteristics. Please feel welcome to advise us on your preferred pronouns in your application.