6 results for Financial Data Analyst in Waterloo, ON

Financial Analyst

Burlington, ON
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 90000 CAD / Yearly
We are partnering with our global client to hire a driven and analytical Financial Analyst for their team who is eager to grow their career in a highly collaborative, onsite environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an up‑and‑coming finance professional who wants broad exposure to the business, hands-on learning, and clear long-term advancement. In this role, you will work closely with Operations, Procurement, IT, and Finance leadership to provide meaningful financial insights that drive cost optimization, process improvement, and informed decision-making across the organization. What You’ll Be DoingForecasting, Planning & Budgeting<ul><li>Support operations, procurement, and planning teams through forecasting, scenario analysis, and trend analysis</li><li>Monitor and analyze costs across the business unit, ensuring alignment with forecast and budget, and provide clear variance explanations</li><li>Build and maintain cost models and evaluate effectiveness based on historical trends, input costs, and market conditions</li><li>Identify efficiency opportunities by automating manual processes and eliminating non-value-added activities</li><li>Track travel expenses and ensure adherence to corporate policy</li><li>Monitor IT spend and partner with IT to analyze budget vs. actual results</li></ul>Controllership, Month-End & Reporting<ul><li>Track and calculate freight and tariff/duty accruals; analyze forecast vs. actual and collaborate with logistics on variances</li><li>Maintain KPIs and trackers for purchase price variance (PPV), providing insights to operations and procurement</li><li>Analyze payroll expenses and direct labor variances related to productivity or rate changes</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries related to payroll, benefits, and travel expenses</li><li>Provide month-end analytical support to the Controller, including headcount, PPV, and travel spend analysis</li></ul>Data Analysis & Business Insights<ul><li>Manage and enhance existing Excel-based dashboards</li><li>Identify key performance indicators and design dashboards that deliver actionable insights</li><li>Translate complex financial data into clear, non-technical insights for business stakeholders</li><li>Analyze material, labor, and overhead costs and establish supplier spend trends</li></ul>
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Credit Analyst

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Contract / Temporary
27 - 30 CAD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Credit & Collections Analyst to join our client in Brampton, Ontario on a contract basis. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and has hands-on experience managing the full credit lifecycle, from credit review to collections and account resolution. The successful candidate will play a key role in assessing customer credit risk, managing credit holds and releases, and driving collections activity to support cash flow and minimize exposure. Responsibilities:• Review and assess customer credit applications, payment history, and financial information to support timely credit decisions in a high-volume setting• Establish, monitor, and adjust credit limits in line with company policies and risk tolerance• Place accounts on credit hold and manage timely release based on payment activity and risk evaluation• Manage full-cycle collections for a high-volume portfolio, including making collection calls and following up on overdue accounts• Apply high volumes of customer payments (cheques, EFTs, wire transfers) accurately and reconcile accounts as needed• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies efficiently while working cross-functionally with internal teams and customers• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the ERP system, including detailed collection notes and account updates• Monitor aging reports and proactively address delinquent accounts to reduce outstanding receivables• Collaborate with sales, customer service, and finance teams in a fast-paced environment to support account management• Prepare Excel-based reports to track receivables, aging trends, and credit exposure• Contribute to process improvements to enhance efficiency within a high-volume credit and collections function
2026-05-13T00:00:00Z

Data Scientist

Cambridge, ON
remote
Contract / Temporary
60 - 75 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Data Scientist to support market and performance analytics within the automotive sector in Cambridge, Ontario. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited to someone who combines strong statistical thinking with practical model-building experience and can translate complex data into meaningful business insight. The role focuses on analyzing market, sales, and inventory information to improve decision-making, while working with tools such as Python, Jupyter, Alteryx, and low-code BI platforms. Responsibilities: • Design and refine statistical models that connect market indicators with sales and inventory trends to generate actionable analysis. • Examine data pipelines and source relationships to ensure inputs are reliable, consistent, and suitable for modelling activities. • Build and test analytical solutions in Python, using notebook-based workflows to explore patterns, validate assumptions, and assess results. • Evaluate model effectiveness through appropriate performance measures and recommend adjustments to strengthen analytical outcomes. • Partner with business and analytics stakeholders to shape data-driven approaches that support reporting and strategic planning. • Apply machine learning techniques where appropriate to enhance forecasting, segmentation, or performance analysis needs. • Use Alteryx and business intelligence tools to prepare data, streamline analysis, and present findings in an accessible format. • Communicate technical observations and modelling results clearly to support informed operational and commercial decisions.
2026-05-13T00:00:00Z

Finance Manager

Hamilton, ON
onsite
Permanent
90000 - 100000 CAD / Yearly
Due to exciting growth within the organization, our client is adding a new Finance position. Reporting to the Senior Director, Finance, the Finance Manager plays a key role in supporting financial reporting, analysis, controls, and planning across a blended not‑for‑profit and for‑profit organization focused on advancing the scientific community. This is an excellent opportunity for a designated CPA or CPA student seeking progressive, hands‑on experience in a hybrid work environment while contributing to an organization with a meaningful healthcare and research mission. The role provides exposure aligned with CPA Canada practical experience requirements and offers long‑term growth potential as the organization continues to scale. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for multiple entities</li><li>Maintain general ledger accuracy, including journal entries, reconciliations, and working papers</li><li>Prepare and maintain capital asset registers and depreciation schedules</li><li>Support year‑end audit and tax processes and liaise with external auditors</li><li>Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</li><li>Prepare management reporting, dashboards, and KPIs</li><li>Analyze financial and operational performance and provide actionable insights</li><li>Support financial reporting for externally funded programs and partner organizations</li><li>Provide backup bookkeeping and close support as required</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and system efficiencies</li></ul>Why Join<ul><li>CPA mentorship and qualifying experience across core technical competencies</li><li>Hybrid flexibility for work‑life balance</li><li>Opportunity to support and give back to the community</li><li>Broad exposure across not‑for‑profit and commercial entities</li><li>Strong long‑term career growth potential</li></ul>CPA Supervision & DevelopmentThis role is supervised and mentored by a qualified CPA and is structured to support progressive responsibility and professional judgment across financial reporting, management accounting, budgeting, internal controls, and audit support, consistent with CPA Canada experience requirements.
2026-04-28T00:00:00Z

Privacy Analyst

Hamilton, ON
onsite
Permanent
65000 - 90000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Privacy Analyst to strengthen privacy, data governance, and responsible technology practices within our IT environment in Hamilton, Ontario. This position is suited to a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can turn legislative and policy requirements into practical technical processes while working closely with colleagues across the institution. The role supports privacy compliance, evaluates emerging technologies such as AI, and contributes to broader governance and security initiatives within the Education sector. Responsibilities: • Advance the day-to-day delivery of the institution’s privacy program by helping establish effective procedures, controls, and documentation. • Prepare and maintain records related to personal information processing, and complete privacy impact reviews for new or changing technologies. • Assess third-party services and technology vendors to identify privacy implications and coordinate with IT on associated security considerations. • Monitor adherence to applicable Canadian privacy legislation and support actions that keep practices aligned with regulatory expectations. • Deliver guidance and awareness activities that help staff understand privacy obligations and apply sound information-handling practices. • Evaluate artificial intelligence solutions for academic and operational use, with a focus on ethical implementation, transparency, and data protection. • Work with internal stakeholders to identify privacy, safety, and security risks tied to AI-enabled tools and recommend appropriate safeguards. • Contribute to data governance, information lifecycle planning, and system-related initiatives that improve institutional oversight of data. • Support the response to privacy incidents by documenting findings, assisting with breach management, and helping strengthen preventive controls. • Participate as an active member of the IT team and relevant committees, contributing to operational priorities, technology reviews, and cross-functional projects as needed.
2026-05-13T00:00:00Z

Director of Finance

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
160000 - 185000 CAD / Yearly
Our client, in West GTA, a leading organization experiencing significant growth, is seeking a highly strategic Director of Finance to oversee all financial operations and guide the company’s long‑term financial health. This senior leader will partner closely with the President and executive team to drive performance, strengthen financial management, and support sustainable expansion.The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in financial strategy, budgeting, compliance, and team leadership—paired with the ability to enhance systems, manage risk, and ensure the organization is positioned for continued success. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop long‑term financial strategies, models, and forecasts that support organizational growth and guide executive decision‑making.</li><li>Oversee accurate and compliant monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting while maintaining strong internal controls and governance.</li><li>Lead the full budgeting process across all projects, monitor performance, analyze variances, and identify opportunities to improve profitability.</li><li>Manage and authorize all purchase orders and work orders to ensure alignment with approved budgets and financial covenants.</li><li>Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks while ensuring compliance with tax regulations, auditing requirements, and funder guidelines.</li><li>Oversee both internal and external audits to maintain financial integrity and compliance.</li><li>Lead and mentor finance and accounting teams to foster accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Serve as a key liaison to funders, partners, and internal stakeholders by delivering clear, data‑driven financial insights and reporting.</li><li>Evaluate, implement, and enhance financial systems, tools, and reporting technologies to improve efficiency and support sound decision‑making.</li></ul>
2026-04-28T00:00:00Z