Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

About Us: SSENSE (pronounced [es-uhns]) is a global technology platform operating at the intersection of culture, community, and commerce. Headquartered in Montreal, it features a mix of established and emerging luxury brands across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and Everything ElseTM. SSENSE has garnered critical acclaim as both an e-commerce engine and a producer of cultural content, generating an average of 100 million monthly page views. 

Are you a numbers whiz with a sharp strategic mind and a drive to transform data into impactful decisions? Grow your expertise and directly influence business growth by joining our Financial Planning & Analysis team! At SSENSE, we're seeking a passionate FP&A Analyst who will drive the execution of our financial strategies and support key investment decisions, all within a fast-paced and exciting environment.

Reporting to the Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis, you'll be an essential partner for our Operations teams (mainly for the studio teams). This is a unique opportunity to collaborate with various stakeholders, develop robust financial models, and shape our growth!

What You Will Do:

Shaping our Financial Strategy:

• Collaborate with departments to drive scalability by optimizing our operational mechanisms and initiating corrective actions.

• Dive deep into data for root cause analyses that uncover actionable insights and fuel our growth and operational excellence.

Precisely Executing Financial Planning & Analysis:

• Lead the monthly analysis of actual results, guide annual budgeting, and ensure rigorous and precise financial control.

• Implement effective tools and processes for strategic project management and support capital allocation governance.

Contributing to Our Continuous Development:

• Assist the Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis, in the full ownership of strategic projects, ensuring financial alignment and governance.

• Collaborate on the creation of business cases and use data to support workforce forecasts.

• Hold a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.

• A professional designation (CFA, CA, CGA, CMA / CPA, or MBA) will be considered an asset.

• 3 to 5 years of experience in finance, including direct experience in FP&A.

• Experience with Adaptive Insights or other financial budgeting software will be considered an asset, as well as experience with SAP or another ERP.

• French language proficiency is required as it is the language in the Quebec province. 

What makes you stand out:

• Strategic and Tactical Thinker: You juggle long-term visions and concrete actions, transforming challenges into opportunities.

• Analytical and Organized: Your sharp mind breaks down complex data for informed decisions, all with exemplary rigor and attention to detail. 

• Autonomous and Collaborative: You excel at independent work, while also being a valued team player, comfortable working with cross-functional teams.

• Strong Financial Tool Skills: You use Microsoft Excel with ease, and have practical knowledge of data mining tools such as SQL.

• Exceptional Communicator: You articulate your analyses with clarity and impact, and your presentations captivate your audience.

Hybrid work schedule

We believe in a balance between in-person collaboration and flexibility. That's why this is a hybrid role, with in-office days on Tuesdays and Wednesdays to connect as a team, and the potential for additional days based on business needs.

Perks And Benefits: 

• Extended health and dental benefits, including comprehensive mental health programs and coverage.
• Parental top up program.
• Generous Employee Discount. 
• Access to telemedicine and employee and family assistance program.
• Savings and retirement plan matching contributions.
• Gender Affirmation Coverage. 
• Opportunity to work with cutting edge technologies and an innovative team that’s pushing the boundaries of technology.

SSENSE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need special accommodations, let us know. We will do our best to accommodate you!

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