Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis in Canada Creek, Nova Scotia at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis based in Canada.

This role offers the opportunity to become a strategic finance leader within a fast-growing, innovative environment.
You will partner closely with executive leadership to transform financial data into actionable business insights.
The position combines financial modeling, forecasting, consolidation ownership, and business strategy.
You will play a key role in improving decision-making, optimizing resources, and supporting long-term growth.
This is an ideal opportunity for a finance professional who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys solving complex problems, and wants meaningful ownership.
You will have high visibility across the organization while building scalable processes that directly impact business performance.

As Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis, you will act as a trusted finance partner, helping leadership teams make informed strategic decisions through accurate analysis, forecasting, and financial planning. You will own key financial processes while improving operational efficiency and enabling sustainable growth.

• Partner with executive leaders and department heads to translate financial metrics into strategic recommendations that support growth, resource allocation, and operational improvements.
• Own the end-to-end financial consolidation process across multiple entities and revenue streams, ensuring accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
• Develop and maintain advanced financial models, including three-statement models, forecasts, and scenario analyses to support business planning.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and areas for profitability improvement.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve financial discipline and visibility.
• Create reporting tools, dashboards, and insights that help stakeholders understand business performance and make data-driven decisions.
• Challenge assumptions, investigate business drivers, and provide recommendations to optimize cash flow and operational outcomes.
• Continuously improve financial processes, systems, and workflows to support a scaling organization.

The ideal candidate is a strategic finance professional with strong analytical capabilities, business judgment, and experience operating in a high-growth environment. You should be comfortable balancing detailed financial analysis with executive-level communication and strategic thinking.

• 4+ years of progressive finance experience, ideally within a startup, high-growth, or rapidly evolving environment.
• Proven experience managing financial planning, forecasting, and analysis activities.
• Demonstrated expertise owning financial consolidation processes across multiple business units or entities.
• Strong financial modeling skills, including experience building scalable forecasting and scenario-planning models.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets, with the ability to create complex models and identify efficient solutions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts clearly to senior executives and business stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills, curiosity, and the ability to analyze complex information and develop actionable recommendations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or MBA are considered an asset.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Fully remote-first work environment with flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and market standards.
• Comprehensive health benefits starting from the first day.
• Professional learning and development opportunities for continuous growth.
• Flexible paid time off policy designed to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
• Opportunity to work with innovative technologies, including generative AI tools.
• High visibility role with direct exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making.
• Collaborative culture focused on innovation, performance, and meaningful impact.
• Supportive management team committed to employee engagement and career development.
• Access to a welcoming office environment for team collaboration when desired.