Cision, Senior FP&A Analyst, Finance, AMER, Canada

At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate. 

Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you're solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and together, we’ll create the conversations of tomorrow. 

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Summary
This role is responsible for supporting financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis activities through the application of analytical judgment and structured problem-solving. The role evaluates financial and operational data, develops insights, and supports informed decision-making by maintaining accurate models, reporting, and planning processes in alignment with established policies and procedures.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
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Analyze financial and operational results to identify trends, variances, and performance drivers.
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Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports, dashboards, and summaries to provide visibility into performance.
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Support the interpretation of financial information by translating data into clear, actionable insights.
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Contribute to the standardization and continuous improvement of planning, forecasting, and reporting processes.
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Maintain documentation of methodologies, assumptions, and analytical approaches to support transparency and consistency.
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Develop and maintain financial models, assumptions, and scenario analyses to support planning and decision-making activities.
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Support scenario analysis and sensitivity assessments to evaluate potential business outcomes.
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Ensure accuracy, consistency, and documentation of planning and analysis outputs.
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Perform other duties and responsibilities as required to support business needs.
Job Level Competencies
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Extensive knowledge and application of principles, theories and concepts. Complete knowledge of all job functions and the broad industry best practices, techniques and standards.
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Develops solutions to complex problems where analysis of situations and/or data requires in-depth evaluation of variables. Determine the best approach to achieve results and provide suggestions to improve policies and procedures.
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Work is performed independently and requires the exercise of judgment and discretion. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments. Work may be reviewed at a high level.
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May represent the organization as primary contact on assignments and/or projects. Interacts with senior professionals and management and frequently coordinates work between departments or organizations.
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Actions may impact on the organization. Failure to accomplish work will result in the inability to reach crucial organizational goals. Erroneous decisions may have a prolonged effect resulting in the expenditure of substantial resources.
Qualifications
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Typical experience: 5+ years in related role or experience.
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Actual experience may vary depending on role complexity, geography, and internal development opportunities or a comparable mix of training, education, and experience.
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Ability to analyze financial and operational data and apply structured problem-solving approaches.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
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Effective written and verbal communication skills to support collaboration and information sharing.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities within established processes and timelines.
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Working knowledge of financial analysis concepts, reporting structures, or planning workflows.
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Proficiency with spreadsheets, financial systems, and reporting tools.
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Ability to apply professional judgment within established analytical frameworks.
Preferred Qualifications
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Education: University degree preferred.
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Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, or performance management activities.
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Familiarity with financial modeling, scenario analysis, or variance analysis techniques.
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Experience working with planning systems, dashboards, or financial reporting tools.
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Exposure to global or multi-entity financial environments.
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Relevant professional certification related to finance, analysis, or planning.

What You'll Do  

What You'll Bring  

What We Offer  

Cision is the global leader in consumer and media intelligence, engagement, and communication solutions. We equip PR and corporate communications, marketing, and social media professionals with the tools they need to excel in today's data driven world. Our deep expertise, exclusive data partnerships, and award-winning products, including  CisionOne ,  Brandwatch , and  PR Newswire , enable over 75,000 companies and organizations, including 84% of the Fortune 500, to see and be seen, understand and be understood by the audiences that matter most to them.

Cision is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and perform at their best. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion is vital to driving our culture, sparking innovation and achieving long-term success. Cision is proud to have joined more than 600 companies in signing the  CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ pledge and named a “Top Diversity Employer” for 2021 by  DiversityJobs.com .

Cision is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected statuses.

Cision is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Cision will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact View email address on jobs.jobcopilot.com

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