Financial Analyst

Based in Nisku, AB, Dynaleo Inc. is an innovative edibles company specializing in the production of gummies. As a company, we provide a first-class product for our customers and a collaborative and engaging work environment for our employees.

The Role:

Are you interested in working for a dynamic, fast paced, people focused company that is passionate about providing quality product to its customers? Reporting to the VP, Finance & Administration, the Financial Analyst will be responsible for performing routine financial analysis including but not limited to variance analysis, trend analysis from multiple data sources, preparation of week/month/year end activities, analysis and reporting of Dynaleo policies and procedures. Responding to inquiries and managing communication between internal and external partners. This is a fulltime permanent position.

The Tasks:

  • Deliver daily analytical and decision support to the Finance, Supply Chain, Operations and Management departments.
  • Create and present detailed analytics on sales, COGS, and margin reporting.
  • Create expected return on investment modeling reports.
  • Analyze monthly sales data and present to senior management trend analysis.
  • Prepare, maintain, and communicate reports on budgets, forecasts, variance, costing output and monthly financials for each department.
  • Participate in the Company’s annual budgeting process.
  • Review and improve best practices when evaluating budgets and forecasts.
  • Create accurate reports of KPIs and company targets.
  • Provide strategic analysis as required to drive continuous improvement.
  • Align organizational strategies and KPIs.
  • Provide financial modeling presentations to the executive team and board members.
  • Create innovative approaches to maintain reports and financial procedures for the company.
  • Establish positive relationships between departments and take a lead role in company initiatives.
  • Manage internal processes to ensure that all financial activities follow regulatory policies and company guidelines.
  • Create measurable controlled processes with the Operations team to maintain and improve internal operating efficiencies.
  • Work with Financial Accountant to facilitate month end, quarter end, and year end close processes.
  • Assist with annual audits.
  • Adhere to up-to-date financial regulations and legislation.
  • Other duties as assigned

The Key to Success:

  • Reliability to carry out duties and follow instructions.
  • Exceptional analytical and interpersonal skills.
  • Initiative or performance without supervision.
  • Commitment to working collaboratively on and with cross functional teams.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills to communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external peers.
  • Ability to communicate financial reports to all department levels.
  • Ability to visualize data and financial results.

The Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or certification related to Finance, Marketing Analytics, or Data Sciences
  • Professional accounting designation or working towards and/or CPA preferred.
  • 3+ years’ progressively responsible experience in budgeting, forecasting and analysis.
  • Advanced MS Excel and BI experience.
  • Experience with Fishbowl Inventory would be considered an asset.
  • Experience in manufacturing considered an asset.