Job Title: Business Analyst - Financial Data
Location: Toronto
Type: 4-month contract

Job Summary:

A dynamic organization seeks a detail-oriented Business Analyst / Data Analyst to support enterprise-wide financial reporting and analytics. The role focuses on transforming raw financial data from 30+ business units into standardized, actionable insights. Key responsibilities include data standardization, reporting development, and dashboard creation using Excel and Power BI.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Standardization & Management
• Collect, clean, and standardize financial data across over 30 business entities using Excel.
• Develop and maintain consistent input templates to streamline data collection and accuracy.
• Ensure data integrity by validating and reconciling discrepancies with relevant stakeholders.

Reporting & Analysis:

• Design and implement uniform quarterly financial reporting templates.
• Aggregate financial data and generate consolidated reports for internal use.
• Perform variance analysis, identify trends, and generate data-driven insights.

Dashboard Development

• Create and manage interactive dashboards and visual reports using Power BI.
• Automate data refresh cycles and ensure real-time data accuracy.
• Communicate complex financial data in an understandable, actionable format.
• Collaboration & Communication:
• Liaise with finance, IT, and business teams to understand data requirements and maintain integrity.
• Present insights and recommendations to senior leaders clearly and professionally.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Data Analytics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a business or data analysis role, ideally across multiple entities.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, and macros.
• Proficiency in Power BI, including DAX and Power Query.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in financial reporting and a solid understanding of accounting principles.
• Familiarity with SQL or other data querying tools.
• Exposure to shared services or centralized reporting environments.

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.