Experienced Financial Analyst – Planning and Analysis for Canada - Driving Merchant Discount Income 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 strong values and a commitment to delivering the world's best client experience consistently. We strive to create an environment where everyone is seen, heard, and feels like they belong.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Financial Analyst – Planning and Analysis to join our team in Canada. As a key member of our Global Merchant and Network Services (GM&NS) Pricing team, you will play a critical role in determining and reporting merchant discount income. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence multiple organizations and segments by aligning the association's objective for profitable charge volume and merchant development, vital for the strength of our business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create a Canada figure for merchant discount income, tracking month-to-month performance against forecast and identifying drivers of change.
• Develop vendor discount income scorecards for the Canada region.
• Drive normalization and process improvement among the different local pricing groups for all reporting and determining related activities.
• Support external reviews, including investigating issues found, reaching the provincial estimating groups that deal with the merchant relationship to discuss issues, and managing resolutions.
• Perform impromptu data analysis to assess discount rate drifts 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 education 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 a large amount of financial data.
• Knowledge of programming languages (e.g., SAS/SQL) is required.
• Excellent communication skills - both written and oral.
• Strong relationship management and collaboration skills with the ability to influence others in situations where there may be various objectives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in managing multiple requests and prioritizing as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.

What We Offer

Career Growth Opportunities:

At Blithequark, we are committed to helping our associates grow and develop their careers. We offer a range of benefits, programs, and flexibility to support your professional growth, including:

• Competitive salary: $25-$35 per hour.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Work Environment and Company Culture:

Our work environment is fast-paced and dynamic, with a strong emphasis on driving results. We value innovation, creativity, and out-of-the-box thinking. Our company culture is built on a foundation of respect, inclusivity, and diversity. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and experienced 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 contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you!

Conclusion

At Blithequark, we are committed to creating a work environment that is inclusive, diverse, and supportive. We believe that our associates are our greatest asset, and we are dedicated to helping them grow and succeed. If you are looking for a new challenge and a opportunity to join a dynamic and fast-paced team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Blithequark.

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