ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis is a high-impact, commercially oriented finance role responsible for driving the financial rhythm of the business. You will be the analytical backbone behind our budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting working shoulder-to-shoulder with senior business leaders across retail, airport, and international operations.
This is not a back-office role. We need a finance professional who is as comfortable presenting in the boardroom as they are building models in Excel someone who will challenge assumptions, push back on business leaders with data, and champion financial discipline across the organization. You'll bring both the rigor of a trained accountant and the commercial instincts of a business partner.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Financial Planning & Budgeting
Lead the annual budget process from end to end, with full submission by November 30
Own the quarterly forecasting cycle, delivering timely and accurate outlooks to leadership
Build and maintain long-range financial models that inform strategic planning and investment decisions
Business Performance & Reporting
Deliver the monthly business review package by Day 7, including P&L analysis, KPIs, and executive commentary
Provide granular P&L variance analysis that explains what happened and why
Develop and maintain department scorecards and operational KPI dashboards
Monitor risk metrics and operational compliance indicators, escalating issues proactively
Business Partnership & Strategic Finance
Act as a trusted finance partner to business leaders across all divisions — retail, airport, and international
Proactively identify financial risks and opportunities; be willing to push back on business leaders when the numbers don't support a direction
Support M&A financial due diligence and post-acquisition integration activities
Drive loss prevention analysis and recommend operational controls to mitigate exposure
WHAT YOU BRING:
Qualifications & Experience
CPA designation (or equivalent) required
5+ years of progressive FP&A experience, ideally in a multi-unit retail, franchise, or consumer environment
Proven experience building financial models, leading budget cycles, and presenting to senior leadership
Experience with M&A due diligence and/or financial integration is a strong asset
Familiarity with Dayforce, NetSuite, or similar ERP/HCM environments an advantage
Familiar with AI, how and when to use, how to leverage to optimize
Skills & Competencies
✦ Advanced financial modelling
✦ Commercial acumen & strategic thinking
✦ P&L ownership & variance analysis
✦ Ability to push back constructively with data
✦ Business partnering & stakeholder influence
✦ Risk assessment & scenario planning
✦ Confident communicator — written & verbal
✦ High attention to detail under deadline pressure
WHO YOU ARE:
You don't just report the numbers: you own them.
You're energized by fast-moving environments, comfortable with ambiguity, and relentless about accuracy. When a business leader comes to you with a plan that doesn't add up, you say so diplomatically, but clearly. You bring people along through data, not just directives.
You thrive when your work directly shapes decisions, and you take pride in being the most prepared person in the room.
Compensation - $130-140k (Onsite role)
Skills Required
- CPA designation or equivalent
- 5+ years of progressive FP&A experience
- Experience building financial models
- Experience leading budget cycles
- Experience presenting to senior leadership
- Experience with M&A due diligence and/or financial integration
- Familiarity with Dayforce, NetSuite, or similar ERP/HCM environments
- Familiarity with AI and its practical business applications
- Advanced financial modeling skills
- P&L ownership and variance analysis experience
- Commercial acumen and strategic thinking
- Business partnering and stakeholder influence
- Risk assessment and scenario planning skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail under deadline pressure
What We Do
Wireless DNA is a Canadian telecommunications retailer and exclusive authorized dealer for Rogers, Fido, and Chatr, with more than 82 locations across Canada. It offers personalized plans for everyday needs and business communications, along with solutions-based products and customer experiences. Its award-winning store network brings customers current telecommunications technology, with a focus on reliable support, satisfaction, and customer loyalty nationwide.
