Financial Analyst

For more than 40 years, Calian has been solving the world’s most complex problems by pairing the brightest minds with powerful technology. Calian solutions impact the world; from the satellites in space that connect us to the farms that feed us, from the medical professionals who care for us to the governments, schools and companies that make the world better every day. 

Canada-based | Full-time remote | Eastern Time zone hours 

Position Overview 

The Financial Analyst is responsible for providing forecast, budgeting and analytical reporting support as a partner to identified business unit(s) and to the Director, FP&A. 

Responsibilities 

• Provide detailed project gross margin analysis for on-going and new contracts  

• Prepare costing templates and pricing models for business units to support bidding strategies 

• Analyze standard cost variances on existing projects  

• Analyze and perform controls on project and business unit month end results 

• Prepare budget and forecasting templates and assist business unit managers in budgeting and forecasting process  

• Maintain backlog reporting information and analysis 

• Identify and communicate findings or viewpoints to optimize processes and business unit performance 

• Build and maintain relationships with business unit partners and back-office support 

• Support continuous improvements in financial systems and processes to optimize efficiency and accuracy 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field 

• 3+ years in financial planning and analysis  

• Technical skills with financial modeling and analytical tools; expert in Excel; ERP and BI tool proficiency essential (Power BI a plus). Experience with ERP software desirable (SAP a plus) 

• Demonstrated analytical skills for interpreting financial data and delivering actionable insights. 

• Demonstrated ability in problem-solving and driving impactful financial solutions. 

• Clear and effective communication skills with the ability to convey financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.  

• Inquisitive and able to work in a team environment 

• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy in all facets of reporting and analysis. 

• Thrives in a changing/evolving environment 

Additional Requirements 

• Must be eligible to obtain Reliability security clearance