Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (Revenue & Margin)

About Delta-Q Technologies:

Delta-Q Technologies (www.delta-q.com) develops and supplies battery chargers to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of electric vehicles and industrial equipment. Delta-Q’s unique blend of engineering capability in high-efficiency power electronics and embedded software design delivers innovative battery charging solutions to meet the evolving needs of its customers. With over 4 million vehicles and industrial machines already using its products, Delta-Q’s innovation is enabling the widespread adoption of environmentally friendly electric drive systems. Delta-Q was founded in 1999 and is a privately held company located in Vancouver, Canada.

What We Value:

Perseverance: We face challenges head-on, stay committed and finish what we start.

Innovation: We continually challenge the status quo, generate new ideas, and apply smarter solutions.

Collaboration: We work together, actively listen, speak openly, and support each other across teams.

Driving Results: We set clear goals, take ownership, and deliver with urgency.

We’re passionate about creating a sustainable business and contributing to a greener future for the world. We have a Vision to 'Charge The Future' and we mean it.

At the end of the day, it’s what keeps us going.

About ZAPI GROUP:

Delta-Q is part of the ZAPI GROUP of companies (www.zapigroup.com), a global leader in motion control, battery charging, and autonomous navigation software for electric and hybrid drive systems. As a full-solution supplier, the ZAPI GROUP can support every component OEMs need to design effective electric vehicles that meet cost goals and comply with tightening environmental standards.

Position Summary:

We are bolstering our FP&A function at Delta-Q Technologies!  We are seeking a Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (Revenue & Margin) to join us in building a modern FP&A function by partnering with the business, leading and owning complex modelling and analysis of revenue and margin, and converting knowledge into clear and actionable recommendations that drive performance.  This role is a mixture of hands-on and team leadership.  

Specific Duties:

Financial Analysis:

• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to evaluate company performance, identify trends, and assess risks and opportunities.
• Analyze financial data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to provide actionable insights to leadership for strategic decision-making.
• Develop financial models, forecasts, and scenarios to support budgeting, planning, and forecasting processes.
• Monitor financial metrics and variances and provide explanations and recommendations for performance improvement.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Participate in the annual budgeting process by collaborating with Sales and Operations to develop accurate revenue and COGS forecasts.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial forecasts based on historical data, customer forecasts, and market trends.

Cost Analysis, Control and Reporting:

• Oversee the calculation of standard costs, including the setup of new item codes to ensure completeness such as warranty.
• Provide monthly variance analysis between COGS results and forecasts and communicate insights to management to facilitate budgetary control and adjustments.
• Monitor and analyze cost trends to identify potential cost-saving opportunities.
• Participate in internal and external audits related to cost accounting: revenue and margin.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, improve efficiency, and enhance the quality of financial reporting and analysis.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to leverage technology and data analytics tools to enhance financial planning and analysis capabilities.
• Use Business Intelligence tools to provide KPIs and action items and enable the team for self-serve analytics.
• Guide the organization in best practices for data management and work with the tech team to create a single source of truth.

Team Collaboration:

• Coach and mentor other members of the team, including providing coaching, providing clear priorities, and regular support and feedback.
• Ability to work as an individual contributor and in a team environment to meet deliverables.

• Relevant education in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline.
• Proven experience in FP&A, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modelling.
• Our current environment includes great tools such as SFDC, QlikSense, and Sage ERP.  Experience with BI tools such as Microsoft PowerBI, QlikSense, Looker, Tableau, PowerQuery, SQL, SFDC or similar.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to think critically and provide actionable recommendations to drive business performance.
• Consistently exhibit and model Delta-Q’s company values (Collaboration, Perseverance, Innovation, Driving Results).

Base Salary: $104,000 - $127,000 per year plus bonus.

The compensation offered will be determined by experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills.

Additional Benefits:

• Annual incentive (bonus) program
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits with Sunlife Financial
• Paid time off including vacation plus 8 days of personal time per year
• $300 annual Health Spending Account
• Employee & Family Assistance programming with Inkblot Therapy/GreenShield
• In-house gym and showers
• Free employee parking
• EV charging stations
• Dog-friendly office