Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst (Onsite)

Why you will love Upper Canada Forest Products:

We are North America's premier distributor of globally sourced specialty forest products. That means our products are not only sustainably sourced, but we are building a workforce for the future.

We stand proudly for our people and support their success through career advancement and development. From innovation, diversity, equity & inclusion, we also strive to do what’s best for our people, customers, and communities.

The impact you will have:

The Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst will play a critical role in supporting strategic decision-making by leveraging advanced Power BI reporting and business analysis capabilities. This position focuses on developing financial models, generating insights through data visualization, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive financial efficiency and revenue growth.

What you will do:

• Develop and maintain financial models, budgets, and forecasts to support business planning.
• Create and manage interactive dashboards and reports to visualize financial and operational data.
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide recommendations for cost optimization and revenue growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data, understand business needs, and align financial strategies.
• Conduct variance analysis to compare actual results against budgets and forecasts, providing detailed commentary.
• Support senior management with ad-hoc financial analysis and presentations.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity in all financial reports and dashboards.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in financial planning and business intelligence tools.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you bring to the table:

• Proven experience in financial planning, analysis, and business reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in Power BI, including data modeling, DAX, and creating interactive dashboards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to convey complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis tools.
• Knowledge of SQL or other data querying languages is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

Why people love working here:

• Comprehensive benefits.
• We offer meaningful work and opportunities for career growth.
• Our team members have 1 paid volunteer day per year to give back to a cause of their choice.
• We offer an opportunity to build and grow a career in the wood distribution industry.
• Retirement Savings plan to help save for your future!
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Tuition assistance.
• And so much more!

Not sure if you qualify? Think about applying anyway:

We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role. At Upper Canada Forest Products, we offer opportunities to a diverse group including those with a variety of workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you are new to Lumber Products, returning to work after a gap in employment, or looking to transition and take the next step in your career, we are excited to learn more about you and encourage you to apply.