Financial Analyst

About The Company

Vaco LLC is recruiting on behalf of a leading athletic company seeking a Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A. The organization operates in a dynamic, performance-focused industry and values sound financial planning, thoughtful analysis, and collaboration across its business teams. The Finance Department plays an important role in supporting operational excellence and informed decision-making. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning while working with colleagues across the organization.

About The Role

The Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A will support the company’s financial operations and provide analysis that helps leaders understand business performance and plan for future needs. The successful candidate will prepare and review financial information, develop budgets and forecasts, investigate variances, and communicate findings in a clear, practical manner. This role partners with department leaders and cross-functional teams to connect financial results with business priorities. The position offers a hybrid work environment and is based in the Greater Toronto Area. Compensation is up to $95,000 per year, with potential eligibility for discretionary bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• CPA designation is required.
• Two to three years of Financial Planning and Analysis experience is preferred, particularly in retail, hospitality, or a related industry.
• Experience preparing, analyzing, or interpreting financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and management reports.
• Knowledge of Power BI and SQL or VBA is required.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical ability, including the capacity to identify patterns, investigate drivers, and develop useful insights from data.
• Excellent organization, time management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders and explain financial information to audiences with varying levels of financial expertise.
• Applicants must currently reside in the Greater Toronto Area and be legally permitted to work in Canada.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, supporting accurate and timely reporting in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Partner with department leaders to develop annual budgets that reflect organizational priorities, operating plans, and financial objectives.
• Build, update, and maintain financial models and forecasts to assess expected performance and support strategic planning.
• Perform detailed variance analysis by comparing actual results with budgets and forecasts, identifying key drivers, risks, opportunities, and areas requiring attention.
• Develop and present clear financial reports and analysis for senior leadership, translating complex information into relevant findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial guidance for business initiatives, operating decisions, and resource planning.
• Monitor financial results and assumptions, investigate material changes, and communicate significant findings to appropriate stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, analytical tools, and financial operations, and recommend practical improvements that strengthen efficiency and accuracy.
  
  

Benefits

The role offers a hybrid work environment, a supportive and open workplace culture, and an emphasis on work-life balance. Employees may have opportunities for professional development and career growth within a leading organization. The compensation is up to $95,000 per year. The successful candidate may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as a retirement savings plan, subject to applicable company plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity

Vaco LLC and its client are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on characteristics protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals during the application and interview process and in performing essential job functions. Candidates may be subject to an initial screening focused on the minimum requirements for the role; further assessment is conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. To apply, submit your résumé through the application process. Please provide documents in Microsoft Word or Rich Text format. A recruiter will contact applicants whose qualifications align with the client’s requirements.