Financial Analyst - Toronto, Canada - EF Educational Tours

EF Educational Tours
EF Educational Tours
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Toronto, Canada

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Financial Analyst

EF Educational Tours

Entry Level, Full-Time

Starting Date:
August 2023


Location:
Toronto, ON - Hybrid _(Opportunity to work in-office 3 days a week and from home 2 days a week. This is _not a remote role_.)_

EF Educational Tours helps teachers change their students' lives through educational travel. And frankly, EF does student travel better than anyone else. EF itineraries are more than just places to go and things to see.

Experiential learning has been at the heart of our programs since the company started, which allows us to spark connections and inspire curiosity, confidence, and self-awareness in teachers and students from across Canada.

Our mission is to open the world through education - by helping people see new places, experience new cultures, and learn new things about the world and about themselves.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join EF.

As a Financial Analyst, you will play a crucial role in pricing analysis, financial planning, and analysis (FP&A) reporting, and project-based analysis - all support by strong technical skills in SQL and report building in Power BI.

These responsibilities will be underpinned by your proficient technical skills in SQL and your adeptness in constructing reports using Power BI.

Your analytical skills and strategic insights will contribute to driving our company's financial success and growth.


Responsibilities:


Pricing Analysis:

  • Analyze price in relation to profitability and recommend price changes based on trending costs to produce tour packages and additional services.
  • Conduct competitive analysis to inform pricing decisions and evaluate competitiveness in the market.
  • Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to produce pricing analysis and adhoc prices for one off experiences to meet the needs of our customers.

Financial Planning and Analysis Reporting:

  • Prepare and analyze financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
  • Monitor key financial metrics and variances against budgeted and forecasted figures, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
  • Collaborate with department heads to develop and update financial forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities for cost optimization and revenue growth.

Project-Based Analysis:

  • Perform adhoc analysis using your proficient SQL, excel and Power BI skills to support strategic decision making across the organization
  • Conduct financial analysis for various projects, including investment proposals, costbenefit analyses, and ROI evaluations.
  • Identify areas for process improvement and costsaving initiatives based on project analysis and findings.

Qualifications:

Technical skill in SQL, Power BI (or another reporting platform) and Microsoft Excel

Proven experience (2+ years) as a Financial Analyst, preferably in the travel or hospitality industry.

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret and analyze complex financial data.

Proficient in financial modeling, forecasting techniques, and data analysis tools.

Experience in pricing analysis and understanding of revenue management principles is highly desirable.


Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business requirements.


About EF Education First & Educational Tours
At EF we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another.

Since 1965, we have helped millions of people see new places, experience new cultures, and learn new things about the world and about themselves.

Our culturally immersive education programs turn dreams into international opportunities.


EF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, parental status, identity, experience and everything else that makes you unique.

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