Financial Analyst - Technology

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Financial Analyst - Technology based in Canada. This is an opportunity to join an FP&A team supporting a technology-focused business function in a fast-paced, global environment. You will play a key role in financial planning, forecasting, expense management, and performance analysis. The position combines hands-on financial modeling with strategic business partnering and cross-functional collaboration. You will help leaders understand financial performance, optimize costs, and make informed business decisions. A strong focus is placed on automation, AI, business intelligence, and scalable processes that improve finance operations. The role offers meaningful exposure to technology and SaaS-related business models, including cloud hosting and services. It is well suited to an analytical, proactive professional who enjoys solving complex problems and driving measurable improvements.

Manage budgeting and forecasting processes related to headcount, vendors, third-party hosting, operating expenses, and other technology-related costs. Develop and maintain accurate financial models, reports, forecasts, variance analyses, dashboards, and leadership communication materials. Monitor P&L performance, investigate significant variances, identify underlying drivers, and translate findings into actionable business insights. Partner with technology and cross-functional leaders to support cost optimization, business transformation, resource planning, and operational efficiency initiatives. Build a strong understanding of technology business models, including cloud hosting, services, ACV, revenue, utilization, capacity planning, and related financial drivers. Coordinate month-end activities and maintain an effective business-partnering cadence across finance and technology stakeholders. Identify opportunities to automate reporting and streamline financial processes through AI, business intelligence, automation, and modern analytics tools. Lead or contribute to finance projects involving process improvement, business intelligence, documentation, reporting enhancements, and operational efficiency. Support headcount analysis and workforce planning while ensuring financial plans remain aligned with business priorities. Requirements 3+ years of experience in FP&A, strategic finance, corporate finance, or a comparable analytical role, preferably within a SaaS or technology environment. Demonstrated experience with operating expense planning, headcount management, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling. Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to create dynamic, scalable, and well-structured financial models. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to interpret complex financial and operational data and turn it into clear business insights. Experience with financial planning and reporting platforms such as Adaptive Planning, OfficeConnect, SAP, or comparable FP&A technologies is preferred. Practical experience using AI, automation, business intelligence, or analytics tools to improve financial reporting, forecasting, and operational processes. Ability to understand technology-oriented business models and connect operational metrics with financial performance. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information effectively to both finance and non-finance stakeholders. Strong organizational and project-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver accurately against deadlines. Collaborative, proactive, and improvement-oriented mindset, with a demonstrated interest in using technology to enhance finance processes. Ability to work effectively in a remote, fast-paced environment and build productive relationships across functions. Benefits Canada remote opportunity , supporting a remote-first working model. Competitive compensation , with the role's U.S. base salary benchmark listed at $78,000–$130,000 USD ; compensation varies by location, experience, skills, education, certifications, and organizational factors. Additional compensation opportunities, including bonus eligibility . Comprehensive benefits package , with specific offerings dependent on employment location. Remote-work flexibility designed to support productivity and work-life balance. Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks focused on community, education, and advocacy. Annual charity, fundraising, and employee volunteer initiatives. Global sustainability programs supporting environmental responsibility. Employee fitness, trivia, and community activities. Global wellbeing days and monthly wellbeing webinars and training. An inclusive, collaborative culture with opportunities to contribute to meaningful technology and cybersecurity initiatives. Professional opportunities to work with AI, automation, business intelligence, and modern financial technologies.

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