Description
We are seeking a Financial Analyst to join our Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team within Lyft Urban Solutions (bike-sharing and micromobility).
The ideal candidate will have strong financial modelling expertise, attention to detail, initiative, and the ability to effectively navigate uncertainty.
Responsibilities:
- Lead financial planning and analysis activities: budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and monthly financial reporting for management.
- Support monthly close processes: reconciling actuals to budget, identifying and explaining variances, validating provisions, and coordinating with accounting.
- Synthesize financial data from multiple sources into clear, well-documented models.
- Maintain and improve financial forecasting models and reporting processes.
- Identify and implement process improvements to reduce manual interventions, increase automation, and enhance data accuracy and transparency.
- Collaborate with Operations and Commercial teams on RFP requirements, cost assumptions, and financial modelling of bid scenarios.
- Develop comprehensive financial models for RFPs: 10-year projections covering fleet size, capital deployment, unit costs, and profitability.
- Conduct scenario analyses and sensitivity testing on bid models to test hypothesis robustness and inform decision-making.
- Create and present financial analyses, presentation materials, and summaries for management.
Experience:
- Strong business acumen and ability to collaborate effectively with Operations, Commercial, and Finance teams.
- Experience working in a dynamic team environment, communicating effectively, and presenting information clearly and concisely.
- Proficiency in Excel (Google Sheets) for financial modelling and problem-solving; ability to create complex models, pivot tables, and scenario analyses.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with various functions.
- Attention to detail, organisational skills, and willingness to understand underlying business issues and identify root causes.
- Familiarity with presentation tools (Google Slides/PowerPoint) and financial modelling; knowledge of Anaplan is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Knowledge of monthly close processes, variance analysis, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Familiarity with Oracle or similar ERP systems is a plus.
- Experience in the shared mobility sector, capital-intensive companies, or bid processes is an asset.
- Fluency in English and French; Spanish language skills are a plus.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.
- Mental health support program.
- Fertility and family planning support.
- Pet care benefits.
- Health savings account (HSA).
- Retirement savings plan options.
- Flexible paid time off policy.
- 18 weeks of paid parental leave.
- Transportation benefits.
The expected base salary range for this position in the Montreal area is CAD $72,000 - CAD 90,000.