Business Analyst

Role: We have an immediate opening for a Business Analyst located in the Support Services office in Edmonton. Reporting to the Regional Controller, the Business Analyst will provide financial and business metrics, reporting, analysis and recommendations to the CDS Executive team.

Responsibilities:

• Support for CDS business planning process for branch locations includes annual budget planning, monthly forecasting process, interim estimates, strategic planning process, fixed asset maintenance, and cost center reporting.
• Develop reports and provide analysis of the following:
• Forward integration evaluation; new locations, break-even analysis, new market opportunities, facilities expansion/utilization, and headcount efficiency
• Assist in upgrading our financial reporting/analysis system to streamline data collection, provide reporting flexibility, and generate improved analytical tools for product line and channel reporting.
• Special projects as assigned to improve business processes and provide value-added analysis
• Other duties, as assigned
• Financial performance
• Operations performance
• Sales and forecast trends issues and mitigation recommendations
• Business-case analysis for new and/or strategic initiatives
• GP/GM/EBIT Trends, issues and mitigation recommendations
• Fleet, facilities, and equipment analysis for return on investment optimization
• Costing analysis and mitigation recommendations; projects, inventory, labour, freight, vendor/supplier
• Inventory management and turns analysis and recommendations
• Labor utilization and efficiency
• Asset management and utilization

Skills:

• Excellent systems skills including proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required
• Experience with Oracle ESSBASE is an asset
• Experience with Oracle or an integrated ERP system is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
• Results and deadline oriented, strong attention to detail, strong work ethic, ability to identify process improvements, ability and desire to take action
• Strong Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience as a Business Analyst, Financial Analyst, or related role.
• Hold a Degree or Applied Degree in Business Administration
• CPA / CFA candidate or accreditation is an asset.

We offer:

• A positive work environment with competitive pay and an excellent benefit plan
• Comprehensive technical, safety and product training provided
• Opportunity to build a long-term career with upward mobility
• Excellent Health and Dental benefits offered for full time employees
• COR Certified workplace
• Equal opportunity employer

To Apply: If this career opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, apply online at creativedoor.com with your resume and include your salary expectations. Please add “BUSINESS ANALYST – SUPPORT SERVICES” to the subject line of all correspondence. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.