Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

At Fresh Tracks Canada, we craft tailor-made Canadian vacations for people from all over the world. Since 1996, our team of Canadian Insiders have helped our customers plan their vacations and enjoy life-changing travel experiences.    

We believe in keeping our customers front and center in everything we do; in fact, focus on serving our customers is one of our core values. Everyone acts and operates as an owner, treating this business as their own. We raise the bar constantly, embracing that nothing is perfect but continuous improvement is key. Our team is made up of passionate, positive experts who drive healthy collaboration by winning or losing as one, and we bring out the best in each other. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a results-oriented, strategic Senior Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis to join our team. You will drive financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, as well as provide in-depth analyses that generate actionable insights to senior management. The ideal candidate will possess excellent financial analysis skills, a strong understanding of business operations, and a passion for driving efficiency and cost-saving measures across the organization. A keen eye for detail and the ability to communicate financial insights clearly to senior leadership is essential. 

Salary Range: $130,000 – $150,000 CAD annually, based on experience and qualifications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own and lead the company-wide annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasts, and long-range planning, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and business priorities. 

• Partner directly with the executive team to provide strategic financial insights that influence key decisions and long-term direction. 

• Deliver high-impact financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reviews, highlighting critical trends, risks, and opportunities. 

• Analyze complex financial and operational data to monitor company performance, assess key KPIs, and recommend actionable strategies to improve results. 

• Drive scenario modeling and strategic forecasting to evaluate growth initiatives, capital allocation, pricing strategies, and business investments. 

• Design and maintain scalable financial models and planning frameworks that support rapid business growth and evolving strategic needs. 

• Oversee the implementation and optimization of financial systems, ensuring data accuracy, robust reporting capabilities, and streamlined workflows across teams. 

• Translate financial performance into business insights by developing executive-ready dashboards, board reporting packages, and variance analyses. 

• Lead ad hoc financial projects and strategic analyses related to M&A, headcount planning, cost structure, or go-to-market efficiency. 

• Champion continuous improvement, identifying and executing opportunities to enhance forecasting accuracy, reporting clarity, and financial planning processes. 

• Perform additional duties and special projects as required. 

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA, CFA preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, strategic finance, or corporate finance within a high-growth or mid to large-sized company.
• Proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance management.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets, with strong experience in financial systems.
• Proficiency in BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Looker) with the ability to distill complex data into clear, actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen with the ability to connect financial analysis to operational decisions and company objectives. 

REWARDS

You may be eligible to receive the following benefits, based on your contract type:

• 3 weeks vacation (4 weeks after your first year)
• Extended health benefits package
• Applauz Recognition 
• Comprehensive employee assistance program
  
• Paid anniversary day off
• “Pawternity leave” days for your new furry family members
  
• Great working hours  
  
• Friendly and fun team environment with company celebrations and social events
• Access to Canadian travel industry discounts!
• DE&I initiatives and events
• Community (volunteer) Hours 
• Social Clubs including Book Club & Fitness Club
  
• Paid Maternity & Parental leave
  
• Paid Pregnancy loss leave

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

We are an equal opportunity workplace. We strongly encourage applications from under-represented communities, diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences.  We don’t judge based on race, religion, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or anything else that you might bring to the table. We don’t care about where you went to college, your degree, your age, or what names you might have on your resume. Instead, we’re looking for motivated, compassionate people who can execute from the ground up. We also know that everyone has a unique career journey and experience comes in many forms. 

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