Financial Analyst Job in Burnaby, British Columbia Canada

Company Info:
Our industry leading client is seeking a talented Financial Analyst to join their dynamic team. The incumbent will be responsible for the development and maintenance of various analyses for assessing the operational and financial efficiency of our business. Exceptional organization with a focus on growing and supporting its employees.

Job Description:
Responsibilities:
* Work closely with Regional Directors on the development of management tools to optimize operational procedures.
* Prepare key business metrics and performance indicators, supporting the management and the finance teams with monthly forecast, reporting and other business analysis needs.
* Manage the monthly reporting cycle including preparing financial package for the region of British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
* Prepare monthly analysis of financial and operating results and compare them to the forecast and budget. Explain variances and make recommendations for future actions.
* Identify areas for improvement and ensure the division remains focused on actions needed to achieve.
* Participate in the forecast/budget process and provide guidance to the Regional Directors and Managers with trend analysis.
* Build strong relationship with Regional Managers to help drive strong financial and operational performance of their service centres.
* Provides financial and analytical support for any capital expenditures of the regions.
* Provide financial support to 2 Regional Directors and their team during budget and forecast process.
* Support the Finance team located in Montreal during month-end, budget and forecast process.
* Ensure timely follow up of any outstanding accounting issues for the regions and liaise with the Finance Reporting team.

Required Skills:
Qualifications and skills:
* Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance.
* 3 to 5 years of pertinent experience related to financial analysis, required.
* Strong analytical skills.
* Push for results, Customer Focus and Team Work.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Detail and customer focused.
* Computer literate: MS Office expert, knowledge of data base (i.e. AS/400, Cognos and Oracle).
* Bilingualism (English and French) would be an asset.
* Some travel is required but varies based on ongoing activities.

Compensation:
* 60K range
* Benefits
* Pension plan