Senior IT Planning & Financial Analyst

Job Description

About the job
Location Address:

100 Queens Quay East, 9th Floor, Toronto

Number of Openings:

1

Pay

$69,001.00 – $120,524.00

Job Posting Description:

Senior IT Planning & Financial Analyst

Do you enjoy Planning, Reporting & Analysis? Reporting to the Manager, IT Planning & Financials, the Senior IT Planning and Financial Analyst supports the forecasting, planning, reporting, and analysis of department and project financials for the IT division. You will produce financial results, perform financial analysis, and present insights and recommendations to senior leadership. In addition, you will work closely with managers and project managers on an ongoing basis to forecast expenses, explain variances, and mitigate risks. You will also assist in the preparation of annual budgets, support the project intake process, and perform analysis for various strategic initiatives within the IT division.

If you are an analytical IT professional that loves to problem solve, and implement positive change, then this role is for you!

About The Role

Financial planning and Forecasting

Lead the monthly forecasting exercise for the IT divisionCollaborate with IT managers and project managers as a trusted advisor to analyze budgets and forecasts, identify savings opportunities and mitigate financial risksPresent to leadership monthly financial updates including the operational and project portfolio budgets, headcount and chargeback forecasts, ad-hoc analysis, and KPI dashboards

Transformation, analysis, and process improvement

Drive process efficiencies, simplification, automation, and standardization across the IT division to deliver consistent and accurate expense management practicesConsolidate information from various internal and external sources, conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses, and deliver solutionsSupport the analysis and implementation of total cost of ownership (TCO) reportingOrganize initiatives to drive continuous improvement for operational and financial processes to create efficiencies and reduce pain points

Finance partner & Collaboration

Collaborate cross-functionally on new initiatives and special projectsRaise key issues and gaps and recommend mitigation and change activitiesProvide financial advice and support for strategic initiativesProduce detailed and flexible financial reporting and dashboards using various BI tools

About You

University Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field.Over 5 years of demonstrated experience in financial managementAble to rapidly assemble and synthesize data (quantitative and qualitative) into reports and present information in a manner that enables strategic decision makingExperience with reporting metrics and dashboards, enterprise BI Tools, variance analysis, and process improvement methodologyComputer proficiency with entire MS Office suite – advanced knowledge of Excel (Macros, functions, vlookup, pivot tables)Experience in performing process and financial analysesDemonstrated ability to work effectively with a large volume of complex data and produce the required output with a high degree of accuracyAbility to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints

There is a world of opportunities at the LCBO…

Join an organization where you can be challenged while achieving your true potential. A place where you can make a positive impact supporting Ontario business and communities. Discover a safe, healthy, diverse, inclusive, and accountable workplace where your wellbeing is our top priority. At the LCBO, your contributions are respected and valued. Be part of our journey as we invest in people and technology to transform an organization. There really is a world of opportunities at the LCBO.

We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, so everyone feels valued, respected, and heard. The LCBO is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If contacted for an interview or employment opportunity, please advise if you require an accommodation.

Please submit your resume via Workday by 11:59pm on the deadline date. We appreciate your interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Work Hours:

36.25

Union / Non-Union:

Non-Union

Job Posting End Date:

December 1, 2024

The LCBO is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.