Our client is looking for a Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis for a 2-year assignment
The Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) leads enterprise‑wide planning, forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis across the group of companies. This role supports senior finance and business leaders by delivering timely insights, strengthening financial decision‑making, and improving planning discipline across a complex, multi‑entity environment. As a hands‑on builder, the Manager will help enhance FP&A and operational finance capabilities, including processes, tools, and reporting, while driving consistency, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the Enterprise. Success in this role requires strong analytical capability, sound business judgment, comfort with ambiguity, and the ability to influence and partner effectively across the organization.
FP&A
- Lead the annual budget, in‑year forecasts, and support long‑range planning cycles including timelines, communications, and planning directions
- Consolidate and review BU planning submissions and prepare enterprise‑ and line‑of‑business level analysis across P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow including Capital Spend
- Prepare enterprise‑level monthly variance reporting and support quarterly board reporting cycles
- Identify business improvement opportunities by analyzing margin, productivity, pricing, and various operational drivers
- Support leadership with ad hoc industry analysis, scenario modeling, and performance insights, as required
OPERATIONAL PARTNERSHIP
- Collaborate with accounting and controllership teams during month‑end close to understand and validate results
- Promote consistent financial practices, modeling standards, and KPI definitions across business units
- Collaborate with accounting and business leaders to support and share FP&A best practices
- Management reporting, systems & process improvement
- Collaborate with technical resources to enhance planning capabilities (Prophix) and management reporting through robust business requirements that scale across the Enterprise
- Drive continuous improvement in Finance processes, tools, reporting accuracy, and planning efficiency
- Build strong cross‑functional partnerships with Finance, Operations, and Digital Solutions teams
- As a trusted advisor, provide guidance, coaching, and analytical support, as required
REQUIREMENTS
- CPA or CFA designation preferred
- Proficiency with reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau or similar)
- Proficiency using planning tools (Prophix, Anaplan, Adaptive Insights, or similar)
- 5‑7 years of progressive experience in corporate finance from capital intensive organizations
- 3+ years leadership experience
- Experience in multi‑entity organization preferred
- Multi‑sectoral experience preferred (e.g. construction, engineering, energy)
- Prior leadership experience required
- Ability to travel to affiliate companies several times a month or as required
- Excellent communication (written and oral), influential and collaborative skills
- High degree of integrity
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign‑born residents, and veterans to apply. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if one is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact HR@vaco.com.
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Financial Planning and Analysis Manager in Oakville employer: Vaco by Highspring
As a Senior Finance Consultant at our company, you will thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment that prioritizes employee growth and development. We offer competitive benefits, including professional development opportunities and a strong emphasis on work-life balance, all while being located in a vibrant area that fosters innovation and creativity. Join us to make a meaningful impact through your financial expertise and be part of a team that values accountability and excellence.
