Analyst, Business Planning and Analysis

The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is a unique and dynamic place to work, with a bold plan to make Toronto Pearson, Canada’s leading global hub airport, a global leader in airport performance, customer care and sustainability. Together with our partners, approximately 2,100 GTAA employees are working to create a next-generation airport by innovating in all we do and striving for the most uplifting, safe and efficient experience for our passengers – all while championing the prosperity of our people, the community we call home, and our aviation partners. Join us on our journey together, as we put the joy back into travel and make Toronto Pearson the chosen place to fly and work.

What's in it for you!

As a GTAA employee, you’ll have access to amazing benefits, including retirement planning, comprehensive group health benefits, an employee assistance programs (EAP), paid leave, education and training, as well as recognition and rewards programs.

What you can expect from this position:

Reporting to the Manager, Business Planning and Analysis this position is responsible for assisting with financial reporting, planning and analysis to support the organization.

As an Analyst, Business Planning & Analysis, you will:

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual budget and forecast reconciliation processes by analyzing operating expenditure variances; gathering data from Finance tools, systems, and other sources; compiling and analyzing reports on business unit financial performance; identifying reporting anomalies and issues; collaborating with Finance to implement corrective actions; and preparing and maintaining monthly budget-to-actual reconciliation reports, including variance analysis and facilitating reviews with Management.
• Assist with the development of Microsoft Excel based financial models to determine the effect of various scenarios while at the same time determining the impact on strategies, goals and initiatives.
• Generate financial system reports and disseminates information to Management.
• Conduct research, rationalizes data and performs quantitative analysis on financial and operational data collaborating with the Manager of Business Planning and Analysis and other stakeholders.
• Help to develop and recommend best practice courses of action based on completed financial analysis to Management.
• Assist in the Planning, Preparation and Development of the annual Plan, 5 Year plan, and quarterly forecasting process, including data input of operating plans into Hyperion.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders within the department and other Finance roles to ensure accuracy of data and that identified strategic initiatives are reflected into the Annual Planning process and Quarterly Forecasts.
• In conjunction with the Manager, Business Planning and Analysis, consult with Managers, Business Projects and Functional Managers and resources to determine annual operational expense requirements derived from strategic Capital initiatives.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations that report on financial and operational performance to senior management, GTAA executive team and Board of Directors.
• In conjunction with Manager, Business Planning and Analysis, consult with Management to solicit input with respect to aligning strategic initiatives with the annual planning process.
• Prepare, assess and validate monthly revenue and operating expense accruals for business units ensuring accuracy while adhering to tight month end close cycle deliverables. Key point of contact for Operational Managers with respect to the preparation of monthly accruals via account coding guidance and direction, as well as assisting with general invoice inquiries.
• Other Financial Accounting, Reporting and Planning duties as assigned.

This unionized position is classified at the Band 6 level, with an hourly wage rate of $44.26, based on a 37.5 hour work week. A test will be administered as a part of the competitive process.

This is the role for you, if you have:

• Chartered Professional Accountant designation (CA, CMA, CGA) completed or in progress.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with: Budgeting and Forecast development along with monthly financial reporting processes. Practical experience in accounting and financial planning & reporting for a large multifaceted business organization. Familiarity with IFRS is desired. Hands on end user experience with Oracle Financial systems and other analytic tools such as Essbase/Hyperion and Oracle Discoverer. Experience in successfully managing and completing financial processing tasks and enhanced analytical skills that generate meaningful business insight to an organization.
• University degree with a concentration in Business/Commerce, Accounting, Economics and Finance, Mathematics and/or Statistics
• Ability to obtain and retain Transportation Security Clearance.

Knowledge and skills you bring that set you up for success:

• Strong organizational skills, self-motivated, drives for results and well developed analytical thought processes achieved by blending intellect and practical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in manipulating and interpreting data, identifying trends and patterns, establishing priorities, pro-actively solves problems along with a strong ability to perform sound financial analysis while providing value added financial reporting.
• Well-developed ability to analyze both the overall picture and minute details of a complex and multifaceted department within a large and growing airport operator as well as being able to provide sound insightful recommendations.
• Ability to influence responsible decisions based on relevant business issues and supporting data.
• Demonstrated understanding of accounting/business analysis/planning/forecasting processes along with prior experiences with respect to management reporting.
• Strong ability to collaborate and influence others while interpreting complex issues in a clear, concise and confident manner.
• Demonstrated ability to be seen as a trusted advisor to stakeholders.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills - Strong ability to communicate information with confidence, clarity and conviction.
• Ability to develop, build and maintain relationships with stakeholders at all levels across the APTS and Finance organizations. A true team player.
• Ability to quickly adapt to change and realign financial work flow priorities in a changing landscape.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office suite of products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to proficiently work with and use enterprise reporting databases, preference given to those with experience working with Hyperion/Essbase, and Oracle ERM.
• Prior experiences working with databases, manipulating and interpreting data, predicting trends, establishing priorities and solving problems.
• Strong ability to develop and build relationships with external and internal stakeholders at all levels across the organization, and be seen as a trusted advisor.
• Effectively articulates APTS’s financial position with clear, concise communication skills and has the capability to resolve Planning and Reporting issues with Finance.
• Well-developed ability to interpret complex issues and communicate possible resolutions, in a clear, concise and articulate manner – both written and oral.
• Able to build commitment and excitement around shared goals and values.
• Skilled in adapting to change by leveraging internal networks and cross-functional partnerships.

The GTAA is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

This position is exempt from Ontario's 2026 pay transparency requirements under Regulation 476/24.