Experienced Financial Analyst – Planning and Analysis for Canada - Driving Merchant Discount Revenue Growth at Blithequark

Join the Blithequark Team: Where Excellence Meets Opportunity

At Blithequark, we believe that with the right support, individuals and organizations can achieve extraordinary success. As a global and diverse community of partners, we are committed to backing our clients, communities, and each other. Here, you'll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and create a unique and meaningful career journey with benefits, programs, and flexibility that support your professional growth.

About Blithequark and the Industry

Blithequark operates in the private sector, specifically in the financial services and payments industry. Our company is built on a foundation of values that prioritize integrity, client satisfaction, and teamwork. We strive to provide the world's best client experience consistently, and we're looking for talented individuals like you to join our team.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Financial Analyst – Planning and Analysis to join our Global Merchant and Network Services (GM&NS) Pricing team in Canada. As a Financial Analyst, you will play a critical role in determining and reporting merchant discount revenue, influencing multiple businesses and segments, and aligning with the organization's objectives for profitable charge volume and merchant development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create a Canada figure for merchant discount income, tracking month-to-month performance against forecasts and identifying drivers of change.
• Develop vendor discount income scorecards for the Canada region.
• Drive normalization and process improvement among different local pricing groups for all reporting and forecasting-related activities.
• Support external audits, including investigating issues found, reaching out to regional pricing groups that manage merchant relationships to discuss issues, and managing resolutions.
• Perform ad-hoc data analysis to assess discount rate trends and uncover insights.

Requirements and Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in financial services or payments industry, or other financial roles.
• Four-year college degree required; strongly preferred in finance, accounting, or business.
• High proficiency with Excel is required.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Strong analytical skills; demonstrated ability to develop complex financial models and draw value-added insights from large amounts of financial data.
• Knowledge of programming languages (e.g., SAS/SQL) is required.
• Excellent communication skills - both written and oral.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in managing multiple requests and prioritizing as needed.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment with a strong focus on driving results.
• Creative thinker who will challenge conventional approaches to getting things done and develop new approaches to old challenges.
• Strong project management skills with full ownership from analysis through to execution.
• Passionate focus on the client; demonstrated desire to understand and solve client needs and pain points.

What We Offer

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer a competitive hourly rate of $25-$35, depending on experience. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.

Career Growth and Learning Benefits:

At Blithequark, we're committed to helping our associates grow and develop their skills. You'll have access to:

• Training and development programs.
• Mentorship opportunities.
• Career advancement opportunities.

Our Culture and Work Environment

At Blithequark, we pride ourselves on a culture that values:

• Integrity and transparency.
• Client satisfaction and feedback.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Innovation and creativity.

How to Apply

If you're a motivated and talented Financial Analyst looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Blithequark. Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to [insert application link]. We can't wait to hear from you!

Conclusion

Join the Blithequark team and become part of a global and diverse community of partners committed to excellence and client satisfaction. As a Financial Analyst – Planning and Analysis in Canada, you'll play a critical role in driving merchant discount revenue growth and aligning with our organization's objectives. Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding and challenging career at Blithequark!