Norton Rose Fulbright

Planning and Analytics - Senior Financial Analyst

Norton Rose Fulbright$81K — $100K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Professional accounting designation (CPA preferred)
  • 3+ years in Financial Planning & Analysis or corporate finance
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Proven ability to work independently and drive projects
  • Excellent collaboration skills with stakeholders
  • Continuous learning mindset for new technologies
  • Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and data visualization tools
  • Bilingual in French and English is an asset.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare annual budgets and financial forecasts
  • Monitor financial performance against budgets
  • Conduct profitability analyses for strategic decisions
  • Collaborate with FP&A Managers for financial insights
  • Develop complex financial models for resource allocation
  • Prepare financial performance reports for leadership
  • Leverage data for meaningful financial analyses
  • Support Power BI and Tableau development for reporting
  • Drive process improvements for budgeting and reporting
  • Contribute to financial policies and provide ad hoc analysis.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment
  • Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
  • Benefit premiums paid by the firm
  • Telemedicine services
  • Flexible health and wellness allowance
  • Training and development programs tailored to interests.
Full Job Description
Providing comprehensive analysis, reporting and insight to the management committee, the national practice group leaders and business services leadership is something you would enjoy doing? You have strong communication skills, are tech savvy and wish to make a difference in your team?

You will be focusing on:
  • Budgeting & Forecasting - Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, financial projections, and long-range financial outlooks to support business planning.
  • Financial Performance Analysis - Monitor financial results against budget, forecast, and prior year performance, identifying key variances, risks, and opportunities.
  • Profitability Analysis - Conduct profitability analyses across clients, matters, partners, and business units to support strategic decision-making.
  • Business Partnering - Collaborate with FP&A Managers and business leaders to provide proactive financial insights and decision support.
  • Financial Modeling - Develop and maintain complex financial models to support scenario planning, resource allocation, and investment decisions.
  • Management Reporting - Prepare and present financial performance reports and insights to practice leaders and Business Services leadership, including recommendations for action.
  • Data Analytics & Reporting - Leverage data from multiple systems to create meaningful financial reports, analyses, and management tools that support business decisions.
  • Dashboard Development & Automation - Support the development and enhancement of Power BI, Tableau, and other reporting solutions to improve efficiency and reduce manual processes.
  • Process Improvement - Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
  • Policy Support & Ad Hoc Analysis - Contribute to the development of financial policies and procedures and provide ad hoc analysis to support management and strategic initiatives.


What you bring to the role:
  • Professional accounting designation (CPA preferred) combined with 3+ years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, corporate finance, or a related field.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proven ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent relationship-building and collaboration skills, with the ability to partner effectively with stakeholders across functions and locations.
  • Continuous learning mindset with a demonstrated ability to quickly adopt new technologies, systems, and analytical tools.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking capabilities, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights.
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to understand both detailed financial drivers and broader business objectives.
  • Advanced experience working with large, complex datasets and transforming information into clear, concise recommendations for management.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial concepts to both finance and non-finance audiences.
  • Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, reporting, and data visualization tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar analytics platforms.
  • Bilingual (spoken and written French and English) is an asset.


Why join our team:
  • Hybrid work environment
  • Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
  • Benefit premiums paid by the firm
  • Telemedicine services
  • Wellness matters: Flexible health and wellness allowance that covers much more than gym memberships!
  • Training and development programs based on your interests and needs


The salary bands provided reflect the typical range for this role in the region indicated. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of experiences and skills, and final compensation will be thoughtfully determined based on individual qualifications and current market factors. Please note that salary will be discussed and negotiated during interview.
Toronto: $81,500 - $100,700

Ready to join a proactive and modern firm that provides an exceptional career experience in an inclusive and collaborative environment? Come join us!

Please note that this job posting is being advertised to fill an existing vacancy.

About Norton Rose Fulbright

Norton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm that provides legal services in various areas such as banking and finance, corporate, M&A, dispute resolution and litigation, intellectual property, real estate, and tax. The firm has more than 50 offices across the world and has a strong presence in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East. Norton Rose Fulbright has a diverse client base that includes financial institutions, energy companies, infrastructure developers, and government entities. The firm is known for its innovative approach to legal services and has been recognized for its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
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