Our client, a large and well-respected professional services organization with offices across Western Canada, is seeking an experienced Data Insights & Pricing Analyst to join its Finance team. This is far more than a traditional reporting role. The organization is looking for someone who can think strategically, challenge assumptions, influence decision-making, and bring both strong technical expertise and sound business judgment to the table.
This position plays a critical role in helping the organization better understand profitability, pricing strategies, operational performance, and client needs. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to drive meaningful insights, support pricing strategy, improve reporting capabilities, and contribute to an important pricing system implementation initiative.
This opportunity offers a high level of visibility and impact, making it an excellent fit for someone who enjoys combining technical analytics work with strategic business partnership. This position may be hybrid or remote depending on location and business needs, and is available to candidates based in Edmonton, Calgary, Regina, Saskatoon, or Winnipeg.
What Success Looks Like
- Supporting the successful implementation and operationalization of a new pricing platform
- Improving visibility into profitability, pricing decisions, and operational performance
- Building credibility with senior leaders and influencing business decisions through data-driven insights
- Elevating analytics, reporting processes, and overall operational effectiveness
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
- High visibility work with senior leadership and executive stakeholders
- Opportunity to influence pricing strategy and business decision-making
- Ownership of analytics projects from data modeling through executive-level reporting
- Blend of strategic thinking and hands-on technical work
- Collaborative and professional team environment
- Strong organizational support for learning, development, and growth
Key Responsibilities
Profitability & Pricing Analysis
- Develop pricing analysis, financial models, and business recommendations
- Support pricing system implementation including data migration, testing, configuration, and user support
- Develop budgets and alternative fee/pricing arrangements for clients and projects
- Analyze historical financial and operational data to identify profitability trends and pricing opportunities
- Perform sensitivity analysis related to hours, rates, margins, realization, and pricing structures
Reporting & Business Insights
- Prepare ad hoc reporting, dashboards, and financial analysis for leadership
- Support executive presentations, strategic initiatives, and special projects
- Translate complex data into meaningful and actionable business insights
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Finance, Marketing, HR, IT, Operations, and other business groups
- Support process improvement initiatives and operational efficiencies
- Help improve reporting transparency, data quality, and internal decision-making processes
Technical & Data Management
- Design and maintain Power BI dashboards and data models
- Develop SQL queries and support data transformation initiatives
- Utilize advanced Excel functionality for financial modeling and analysis
- Work with multiple data sources and enterprise systems to support reporting and analytics requirements
Qualifications
Required
- Valid authorization to work in Canada (no sponsorship available)
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field
- 6–8 years of experience in financial analytics, business analytics, pricing analysis, or related fields
- Advanced proficiency with SQL, Power BI, and advanced Excel/financial modeling
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to present complex information clearly to senior stakeholders and non-technical audiences
- Experience working with large data sets and translating insights into business recommendations
Preferred
- CPA, MBA, or other postgraduate designation
- Experience within a professional services environment such as accounting, legal, consulting, engineering, or similar industries
- Experience working with enterprise financial or operational systems
What’s Offered
- Competitive compensation including performance bonus opportunities
- Flexible health, dental, and wellness benefits
- Group savings and investment programs
- Professional development and ongoing training opportunities
- Mentorship and long-term career growth potential
- Supportive, collaborative, and inclusive team environment
- Hybrid and remote work flexibility depending on location and business needs
At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.
