Financial Analyst, Western Recycling Programs - Remote - 12 Month Contract

OVERVIEW

The Financial Analyst, Western Programs - Contract is a financial and operational analyst role focused on building, maintaining, and interpreting Excel‑based models and reports that directly support business decision‑making. The role combines strong financial analysis fundamentals with advanced Excel modelling to analyze operational metrics and translate them into clear financial and business insights.

This role is best suited for a Financial Analyst who enjoys owning analytical areas end‑to‑end, developing a deep understanding of how the business operates, and acting as a trusted analytical partner to management. The success in this role is measured by judgment, accuracy, and the ability to clearly explain results.

The successful candidate is expected to take ownership of assigned models and reporting streams and provide analytical support to decision makers in an expert capacity.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial & Operational Modelling

Develop, maintain, and enhance complex Excel‑based financial and operational models to support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, cost allocation, and scenario analysis.

Analyze non‑financial operational metrics and translate activity drivers into financial impacts and insights.

Ensure models are accurate, well‑structured, well‑documented, and suitable for management decision‑making.

Reporting & Analysis

Prepare recurring and ad‑hoc management reports, KPIs, and dashboards that clearly communicate performance, trends, and key drivers.

Perform variance, trend, and sensitivity analysis and tell the story behind the numbers for both financial and non‑financial audiences.

Conduct operational and financial performance reviews with management, highlighting risks, opportunities, and recommended actions.

Business Partnership & Ownership

Take ownership of assigned analytical areas, developing a strong understanding of program operations, cost structures, and data flows.

Proactively identify opportunities to improve insights, reporting quality, and analytical approaches.

Act as an analytical partner to internal stakeholders, supporting both tactical and strategic decision‑making.

Data Management & Process Improvement

Retrieve, consolidate, validate, and reconcile data from multiple operational and financial sources for use in models and reporting.

Improve the efficiency, robustness, and reliability of Excel‑based reporting and modelling processes.

Document models, assumptions, and methodologies to support continuity and knowledge transfer.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

2–6 years of experience in a financial analyst, FP&A, or similar analytical role with a strong emphasis on Excel‑based modelling and analysis. 

Demonstrated experience building and maintaining multi‑input financial and operational models used for decision support.

Knowledge/Competencies/Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Engineering, Mathematics, or another quantitative discipline.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required, including complex formulas, PivotTables, Power Query, and VBA.

Strong experience in financial analysis, planning, forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting.

Solid understanding of financial and accounting concepts (e.g., accruals, cost drivers, general ledger structure) for analytical purposes.

Ability to work effectively with incomplete or ambiguous inputs, develop reasonable assumptions, and clearly communicate limitations and risks.

High attention to detail and a strong quality mindset, including validating and cross‑checking work before delivery. 

Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex analysis clearly to non‑financial stakeholders.

Self‑starter with the discipline to work effectively in a remote environment and manage multiple priorities independently.

Assets:

Experience with Power BI or similar BI tools; Python, SQL, AWS Redshift.

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP).

Exposure to automation within Excel or related tools.

Experience in recycling, waste management, environmental programs, or related industries.

WORKING CONDITIONS

All CM employees work 40 hours per week, remotely from a Canadian home office environment.

Overtime is required in peak seasons.

PAY TRANSPARENCY 

Expected Compensation: 

An annual base salary in the range of  $ 72,000-87,000

The salary range listed complies with the Ontario Employment Standards Act and reflects a potential base salary range for this role.  The actual salary offered will be determined within the range, and will depend on factors, such as the candidate’s unique qualifications, relevant experience, work location and expected contributions.   

Job Vacancy Reason 

This position is a new role.  

Artificial Intelligence 

AI is not used during our hiring processes.  

Applicant and Interviewee Communication 

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those under consideration will be contacted. 

Applicants who have been interviewed will be informed whether a hiring decision has been made within 45 days of their final interview. 

Record Retention  

Job posting records and associated application forms will be retained for at least three years.  

ABOUT CIRCULAR MATERIALS 

Circular Materials is a national not-for-profit producer responsibility organization (PRO) that supports producers in meeting their extended producer responsibility (EPR) obligations across Canada. Created by producers for producers, Circular Materials develops, implements, and supports effective and efficient recycling programs to advance innovation, deliver improved environmental outcomes and drive value across the recycling supply chain. Our full-service offerings include collection, management, promotion and education, and reporting.  

Together, we are advancing the circular economy where materials are collected, recycled, and can be returned to producers for use as recycled content in new products and packaging. As we develop enhanced recycling systems across Canada, we work to ensure more materials are looped into the circular economy, benefiting both people and the environment.  

Learn more at circularmaterials.ca.  

Circular Materials is an equal opportunity employer, seeking team members with a diversity of thought, skills, experiences, culture, and ethnicity to help us achieve our purpose of accelerating a circular economy for people and the planet. As a national organization operating across Canada, our goal is to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the many provinces and territories where we do business.  

Our inclusive hiring practices aim to foster a culture where all employees feel a strong sense of belonging. We are proud of our recent diversity survey results which showed that:  

51% of Circular Materials employees identify as women. 

53% of Circular Materials employees identify as visible minorities. 

97% of employees believe Circular Materials fosters a strong sense of belonging for employees of all backgrounds.  

95% of employees recommend Circular Materials as an inclusive workplace.   

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including women, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis), persons with disabilities, racialized individuals, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. 
As part of our commitment to reconciliation, Circular Materials is working to advance Indigenous representation and partnerships within our organization and across our programs.  We acknowledge that Circular Materials operates on the traditional territories of diverse Indigenous Nations, and we recognize the importance of respecting Indigenous rights, governance, and contributions in the workplace and beyond. 

Circular Materials supports reasonable requests for accommodation in accordance with all applicable provincial accessibility standards. Requests for accommodation will be provided by Circular Materials through the recruitment and/or assessment processes, upon contacting [email protected]. This email is only used for accommodation requests.