Specialist Financial Analysis

Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The Specialist Financial Analysis will consolidate and analyze CPKC’s annual and multi-year financial plans, evaluate variable compensation programs, and prepare ad-hoc financial analysis of strategic initiatives and emergent opportunities. The position will work cross functionally with stakeholders in and out of Finance to provide analytical insights directly to senior management.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Consolidation and delivery of monthly corporate forecast updates and variance analysis to senior management on a specific and predetermined schedule
• Planning and analysis of variable corporate compensation programs
• Ad hoc financial analysis of emergent opportunities, investments, and other strategic initiatives including M&A
• Preparation of financial materials for CPKC’s Board of Directors
• Continuous improvement of models and methodologies to improve accuracy and timeliness of analysis

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• An undergraduate degree
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in finance, planning & accounting from a large corporate organization
• Experience preparing financial models in Excel
• Knowledge of 3-Statement Financial models
• Professional designation or advanced degree (CFA, CPA, MBA) is preferred
• Ability to work full-time on site (no hybrid)

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package

• Competitive company pension plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:       

• Criminal history check
• Reference check

Management Conductor Program:

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). 

• Req ID: 101569
• Department: Finance & Accounting
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Calgary, Alberta
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 4
• Job Available to: Internal & External