Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A

At Fiera Capital

We invest in creating a culture of purpose that makes our people feel valued, cared for, seen, and heard. Our approach to employee experience is tailored to your needs and ambitions :

• Your Inclusive Experience : We are committed to cultivating an inclusive, safe, and trusting work environment.
• Your Growth & Empowerment : We have ambitious growth goals for our firm, which makes us a great place to advance your career.
• Your Rewards & Recognition : We deeply value our people and their contributions and that's reflected in our competitive compensation and benefits packages and our collaborative culture.
• Your Wellness Your Way : We strive to create a healthy work environment and we offer programs designed to support our employees' wellbeing.

What we are looking for :

Under the supervision of the VP, Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, the Senior Financial Analyst will play a critical role in supporting the organization's financial decision-making processes.

Primary responsibilities will be to provide in-depth financial analysis, forecast modeling, and strategic insights to aid in achieving the company's financial objectives.

You will collaborate closely with various stakeholders, including the finance team, executive management, and department heads, to ensure accurate financial reporting and to drive business growth and profitability.

The Senior Financial Analyst will be part of the Public Markets Finance team.

Your responsibilities :

• Financial Planning and Forecasting :
• Lead the development of comprehensive financial forecasts, budgets, and long-term financial plans for the organization.
• Work closely with business units to understand their financial needs and objectives, aligning financial plans accordingly.
• Monitor and analyze actual financial results against forecasts, identifying and explaining variances to management.
• Financial Analysis and Reporting :
• Conduct detailed financial analysis and provide meaningful insights into business performance, identifying trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Prepare regular management reports and presentations that communicate financial results, key performance indicators (KPIs), and other relevant metrics to key stakeholders.
• Business Performance Evaluation :
• Evaluate the financial impact of strategic initiatives, new projects, and business opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess potential investments and cost-saving opportunities.
• Financial Modeling and Decision Support :
• Develop and maintain 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.
• Forecasting and Budgeting Process Improvements :
• 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.
• Ad-hoc Analysis and Special Projects :
• Support the Finance leadership team in ad-hoc analysis and special projects to address specific business needs and challenges.

Must have requirements to be successful in this role :

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. CFA (level I or II) nice to have;
• Proven experience as a Financial Analyst, preferably in a corporate FP&A setting;
• 5+ years post-qualification relevant experience;
• Financial Services Sector Experience (Asset Management, Investment Banking or Financial Consulting firm);
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic macros / v-lookups / sum-if etc.);
• Knowledge of the accounting software SAP;
• Proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting techniques;
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and make strategic recommendations;
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality;
• Ability to develop an overall vision;
• Good organizational skills and autonomous;
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders effectively;
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment;
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build positive relationships with team members and stakeholders;
• Familiarity with financial best practices, accounting principles, and regulatory compliance.

Additional Information :

• Fiera Capital adheres to a hybrid working environment with 3 days in-office per week
• If you are interested in a career at Fiera Capital and you meet 70% or more of the requirements, do not hesitate to submit your application!

LI-Hybrid

For all positions in Quebec (Montreal and Laval), proficiency in French, both spoken and written, is mandatory. Working English proficiency is also required in order to serve our offices and clients around the world.

Fiera Capital subscribes to the principle of employment equity. Our staff is our most valuable asset, and our goal is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where everyone can achieve their true potential.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or on the basis of disability, genetic information or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Fiera Capital will not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment.

All staffing decisions, including hiring and promotion decisions, will be based on merit, skills, performance, and business needs.

We are pleased to receive applications from qualified individuals from a variety of backgrounds. Job applicants who are individually selected for an interview will be notified that accommodations are available upon request.

If a selected participant requests accommodation, Fiera Capital shall consult with the applicant and provide, or arrange for the provision of, suitable accommodation in a manner that considers the applicant's accessibility needs due to disability.

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