Coulson Group of Companies is hiring a Financial Analyst

The Coulson Group of Companies is seeking a Financial Analyst to support data-driven decision-making across our diverse operations. This role works closely with operational teams to analyze performance, develop financial models, and provide insights that drive budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning, playing a key part in our continued growth.

What You'll Do

• Analyze financial and operational performance across business units to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Partner with operations leaders to understand cost drivers, labour utilization, and program performance.
• Deliver clear analysis that supports decision-making at both the operational and leadership level.
• Build and maintain financial models used for budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Support the development of proposal and bid models for new contracts and business opportunities.
• Perform variance analysis and explain key drivers impacting financial performance.
• Develop and improve reporting tools that provide visibility into operational performance.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of operational data, including labour tracking, inventory movement, work orders, and job costing.
• Work with Finance and Operations to improve reporting processes and data quality.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial reporting, forecasting, and operational analytics.
• Help strengthen the FP&A function as the company continues to grow.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Financial Analysis, or similar roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• Strong financial modelling skills in Excel.
• Experience analyzing operational or cost-driven businesses.
• Ability to translate complex financial information into clear insights for non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and data integrity.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Power BI, SQL, or other data visualization tools is a strong asset.
• Experience working with NetSuite ERP or Oracle NetSuite Planning and Budgeting (NSPB) is an asset.

Technical Stack

• Excel, Power BI, SQL, NetSuite ERP, Oracle NetSuite Planning and Budgeting (NSPB)

Team & Environment

Works closely with operational teams and Finance.

Benefits & Compensation

• Compensation: $70,000 – $90,000 per year, depending on experience.
• Company-paid benefits.
• 5% employer-matched pension plan.
• Opportunity to work closely with operational teams in a growing aviation organization and contribute to strategic decision-making.

Work Mode

This is an onsite position located in Port Alberni, BC.

We support diversity, equity, and a workplace that is free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities.