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Financial Reporting Analyst (FP&A – Project-Based)
About the role
Financial Reporting Analyst (FP&A – Project-Based)
Brampton, ON | Hybrid
Your work environment at EXP
At EXP, finance is a strategic partner to our engineering teams. We support
complex, multi‑year civil and infrastructure projects by delivering clear financial insights that help operational leaders make informed decisions.
We are seeking a Financial Reporting Analyst with experience in FP&A within a
project‑based environment, who enjoys translating data into insights and partnering closely with project and operations teams.
This role is intended for candidates pursuing a career in FP&A and project‑based
financial analysis, with a focus on forecasting, performance drivers, and decision support. It is not aligned with transactional accounting or bookkeeping career paths.
What a day at EXP looks like
As part of the Finance team, you will support financial planning, analysis, and
reporting for large-scale engineering projects, partnering with project managers and business leaders.
What a day at EXP has in store for you
- Project Financial Analysis & Performance
- Ensure adherence to applicable accounting standards (GAAP, IFRS) and regulatory requirements relevant to project‑based engineering environments.
- Analyze project financial performance, including revenue, costs, margins, and utilization
- Monitor project trends and proactively identify risks and opportunities
- Support cost‑to‑complete, backlog, and project profitability analysis
Forecasting & Planning
- Participate in monthly and quarterly forecasting for project portfolios
- Support annual budgeting and long‑range planning activities
- Perform scenario and sensitivity analysis to support business decisions
Management Reporting & Insights
- Prepare management‑level reports and dashboards focused on performance drivers
- Analyze variances between actuals, forecasts, and prior periods, translating results into actionable insights
- Present findings to finance leadership and internal stakeholders
Business Partnering
- Work closely with project managers and operations leaders to understand project dynamics
- Provide financial guidance to support project planning, staffing, and investment decisions
- Act as a financial advisor rather than a transactional processor
Systems & Process Improvement
- Leverage ERP and reporting tools to improve forecasting accuracy and reporting efficiency
- Support continuous improvement initiatives in project financial analysis and reporting
This role does not focus on transactional accounting or day-to-day bookkeeping.
What your experience looks like
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration (Finance‑focused), or a closely related discipline aligned with FP&A and financial analysis
- 1–3 years of experience in FP&A or financial analysis, with hands‑on involvement in forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret trends and business drivers
- Advanced Excel skills (financial models, pivot tables, scenario and sensitivity analysis)
Preferred / Assets
- Experience supporting project‑based or professional services organizations (engineering, consulting, construction, or similar)
- Exposure to project financial concepts such as cost‑to‑complete, utilization, backlog, or revenue recognition
- Experience with ERP systems such as Deltek, Oracle, SAP, or similar
- CPA designation in progress or interest in pursuing CPA
- Ability to clearly communicate financial insights to non‑finance stakeholders
Compensation
This job posting is for an existing position vacancy within our organization.
The salary range for this role is between $60K - $70K. The actual compensation
packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.
EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members
of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address: hrsupport@exp.com.
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About EXP
With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments.
Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP's predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice.
Today, over 3,000 creative EXP professionals across North America provide the passion and experience needed to deliver successful projects around the world.
Guidée par sa mission de comprendre, d’innover, de collaborer et de réaliser, EXP fournit des services-conseils et des services complets d’ingénierie, d’architecture et de conception destinés aux milieux bâtis et naturels du monde entier.
L’héritage professionnel d’EXP remonte à 1906, année marquant le début des activités d’ingénierie des infrastructures de la plus ancienne de ses sociétés patrimoniales.
Aujourd’hui, les quelque 3 000 professionnels d’EXP travaillant depuis les quatre coins de l’Amérique du Nord mettent à contribution leur passion et leur expertise pour assurer la réussite de projets à travers le monde.