Senior Finance Business Partner

Posted Friday, July 10, 2026 at 4:00 AM About eSentire: eSentire is on a mission to hunt, investigate and stop cyber threats before they become business disrupting events. We were founded on the premise that if you can't find a solution, you build it. And today, that means pioneering the future of AI-powered security. At eSentire, we're building a cutting-edge AI Security Operations Platform that will amplify human expertise, not replace it, creating a workplace where innovation meets impact. Our culture is based on transparency, teamwork, and continuous innovation, where your ideas can shape how AI and human intelligence work together to outsmart cyber adversaries. As the authority in Managed Detection and Response, we protect the critical data and applications of 2000+ organizations in 80+ countries, across 35 industries—and we're looking for forward-thinking talent to help us define what AI-first security, human-backed trust means for the industry. About the Role: The Senior Finance Business Partner will lead financial planning, analysis, and decision support across eSentire. This highly visible role works closely with senior leadership to guide financial strategy and performance management. The ideal candidate is a proactive, analytical thinker with strong business acumen and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Responsibilities Lead budgeting, forecasting, and multi-year planning in collaboration with senior leadership. Deliver insights into business performance, trends, risks, and opportunities to support strategic decision-making. Design and maintain dashboards and scorecards using Adaptive Insights, Power BI, and Excel. Own monthly reporting cycles, including variance analysis and performance storytelling. Review investment proposals and purchase requisitions for strategic alignment and budget compliance. Build financial models and scenario analyses to support growth initiatives and resource planning. Identify and implement process improvements across planning, reporting, and analytics. Leverage AI-driven tools and techniques to enhance forecasting accuracy, automate reporting, and uncover actionable insights. Act as a liaison between finance, operations, and functional teams to ensure alignment and accuracy. Support leadership with ad hoc analysis and strategic projects. Mentor and train stakeholders on financial tools and best practices. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related discipline CPA designation (or actively pursuing); CFA charterholder or candidate, MBA with a finance concentration. 5–7+ years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, preferably in a high-growth or tech environment. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to simplify complex data for executive audiences. Proven ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong business judgment, attention to detail, and intellectual curiosity. Deep experience with NetSuite, Adaptive, Salesforce and Power BI. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Adaptive Insights or budget planning software Experience with Dayforce Experience with SaaS and technology organizations Strong knowledge of US GAAP Advanced Microsoft Excel computing skills Work Location If the successful candidate is located within 50 km of our Waterloo, Ontario office, this role will follow a hybrid schedule: work from home on Mondays and Fridays, and work onsite Tuesday through Thursday. Candidates residing more than 50 km from the office will work fully remote. Compensation Range The expected base salary range for this role is $100,000 to $135,000 CAD. This range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. Actual compensation may vary depending on location and job-related factors such as qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and internal equity. Our Culture and Values We celebrate diversity, operating with mutual respect and consideration, in an environment that fosters inclusivity for all. We believe that a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences make us stronger – if you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. It takes a diverse set of thoughts, cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives to be a true market leader. Total Rewards We believe in rewarding performance and providing comprehensive benefits tailored to support your well-being. Our package includes: Competitive benefit program Paid parental leave Matching RRSP or 401K program Competitive employee referral bonus Accommodation If you have any accessibility requirements during the recruitment process, please reach out to our HR team at [email protected] and any accommodation needs will be addressed upon request. Your talents and unique perspectives are valued, and we look forward to the opportunity to work together to build a more inclusive future. It's our mission at eSentire to protect our customers 24/7/365 and we extend this conviction to job seekers. During the application and interview process, eSentire will communicate with you from one of our corporate "@esentire.com" email addresses, never from a public email address.