Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Planning and Analysis at Telesat

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Satellite Communications, TelecommunicationsIndustries

Requirements

Ability to work closely with the Manager, FP&A on monthly and quarterly company-wide analysis of operational results, including identification of drivers behind changes in company KPIs and profitability analyses
Experience with variance analyses and identification of possible mitigations
Capability to maintain a quarterly Databook as a single reference source for key financial analyses ahead of quarterly earnings calls
Proficiency in supporting preparation for quarterly Operations Review meetings
Skills in assisting with profitability/margin/segmental analyses and tracking/analyzing company performance against KPIs
Experience performing subsidiary analytical reviews
Ability to assist with maintenance of Telesat Lightspeed, GEO, and consolidated Long-Term plans, including sensitivities
Competence in preparing quarterly updates to the Lenders’ Base Case for Lightspeed
Familiarity with supporting informational requirements for Government of Canada/Government of Quebec quarterly progress reports

Responsibilities

Assisting with all aspects of the long-term planning process for Telesat business segments (Lightspeed and GEO), Lenders’ Base Case for Lightspeed, and consolidated operations
Preparation of delta analyses, including identification of business drivers behind changes to plans and sensitivity analyses across plan iterations
Preparation of analyses and informational reviews to support ongoing and future reporting and financing activities, including periodic profitability analyses by vertical and customer segment
Assisting with monthly and quarterly company-wide analysis of operational results, variance analyses, and identification of mitigations for senior leadership
Maintaining quarterly Databook for key financial analyses ahead of earnings calls
Supporting preparation for quarterly Operations Review meetings
Assisting with profitability/margin/segmental analyses and tracking performance against KPIs
Performing subsidiary analytical reviews
Assisting with maintenance of Telesat Lightspeed, GEO, and consolidated Long-Term plans and sensitivities
Preparing quarterly updates to Lenders’ Base Case for Lightspeed and supporting government quarterly progress reports

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Financial PlanningFinancial AnalysisForecastingBudgetingVariance AnalysisExcelReporting

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What compensation and benefits does Telesat offer for this role?

Telesat offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, opportunity for short-term incentives annually (bonus), DC pension plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), employee discounts and awards program.

Is this a remote position or does it require office presence?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key responsibilities that indicate required skills for this role?

The role requires skills in monthly and quarterly financial analysis, variance analyses, KPI tracking, profitability analyses, maintaining financial databooks, and long-term planning for Telesat Lightspeed and GEO segments.

What is the company culture like at Telesat?

Telesat offers a collaborative and inclusive work culture.

What makes a strong candidate for the Senior Financial Analyst position?

Strong candidates will have experience in financial planning and analysis, particularly with operational results, variance analysis, KPI tracking, profitability assessments, and long-term financial planning, as the role supports senior leadership with detailed company-wide analyses.

Telesat

Global satellite operator providing connectivity solutions

About Telesat

Telesat operates in the satellite communications industry, providing connectivity solutions to various sectors including government, telecommunications, and enterprises. The company utilizes both geostationary (GEO) and low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites to ensure reliable global communications. Telesat's products include satellite capacity and consulting services, which are offered through long-term contracts and service agreements. A key feature of Telesat is its Lightspeed network, which uses advanced LEO satellites to deliver high-speed, low-latency connectivity. This focus on diverse applications, such as inflight connectivity and maritime services, sets Telesat apart from its competitors, as it addresses complex communication challenges across multiple industries.

Ottawa, CanadaHeadquarters

1969Year Founded

$30.7MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Consulting, AerospaceIndustries

501-1,000Employees