Financial Analyst

The companyThe CSL Group Inc. ("CSL") of Montreal, Canada is a world-leading provider of marine dry bulk cargo handling and delivery services. Through its major operating divisions, Canada Steamship Lines, CSL Americas, CSL Australia, CSL Asia and CSL Europe, CSL owns and operates a highly diversified fleet of specialized self-unloading vessels, off-shore transshippers and Handysize bulk carriers, and delivers more than 78 million tonnes of cargo to industrial customers annually. CSL's history can be traced back to 1845.At CSL, we are committed to the wellbeing of our crews and employees, and to promoting a corporate culture that values high ethical standards, a safe and healthy workplace and respect for the environment. A career with CSL is both stimulating and challenging, and we are continually seeking skilled and passionate individuals to occupy key roles throughout our company.For more information on CSL Group, please visit our website: and responsibilitiesSupport and maintain the budgeting and forecasting processes, develop proficiency in systemsResponsible for system inputs and leveraging systems to provide data driven insightsCollaborate closely with the commercial and scheduling team in developing and reviewing customer pricing, from the setting of freight rates to voyage performance and profitability analysis to support commercial strategySupport the operations team in the development, review and presentation of operational budgets, variance analysis, forecasts and spend management and optimization initiativesPerform variance analysis and report on key metrics through regular reporting cycles, address follow-up questions provide explanationsMaintain profitability analysis modelling (ROIC, EVA, etc.)Support development of presentations to management and other stakeholders, including managerial pro-forma reportingAssist with the strategic planning process and scenario developmentWork with and support Corporate resources on regional information requests Conduct ad hoc analysis and prepare recommendations to support decision makingSupport investment business case development, financial modeling, valuation, and sensitivity analysisQualification and skillsBachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or similarMinimum 2 years of relevant experience in analytical functions Excel power userOracle, Cognos, Smartsheet and PowerBI experience an assetCPA CFA a plusCuriosity, desire and ability to "go beyond the numbers" to understand business driversAccountable and able to cope with tight deadlinesGood communicator, able to synthesize information Collaborative team player Detail oriented Experience in forecasting and budgeting, financial modeling and analysis This is a full time, salaried position. CSL offers a competitive salary, employee bonus program and comprehensive benefits package. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Created: 2025-02-21