Join the team that is building a trusted internet for Canadians! CIRA may be best known for managing the .CA domain but our impact reaches far beyond that. We’re at the forefront of advancing cybersecurity technologies and leading projects that improve the digital experience for users across Canada and the world. Our broad scope of activities is driven by one central goal: to strengthen and secure Canada’s digital landscape.Who You Are You’re a Finance Business Partner who brings both rigour and perspective to your work. You’re as comfortable working with the numbers as you are using them to guide decisions, helping leaders understand what matters and what to do next.You go beyond reporting. You bring a clear point of view, ask thoughtful questions and help translate financial insights into actions that improve performance. You’re comfortable challenging assumptions and contributing to discussions on priorities, investments and trade-offs.You build trusted relationships with senior leaders and work collaboratively to connect financial results to business outcomes. You help identify risks and opportunities and bring structure and clarity in situations that may be evolving or uncertain.You’re a strategic thinker who understands how your work contributes to CIRA’s broader goals. You take ownership, adapt as needed and focus on solutions. You’re motivated by purpose and the opportunity to contribute to work that supports a stronger, more resilient internet for Canadians.What You’ll DoAct as a trusted financial advisor to business leaders, providing insights that influence decisions and outcomesProactively challenge assumptions and support continuous improvement in decision-makingLead and coordinate annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes across assigned business unitsSupport development of multi-year financial outlooks aligned with strategic prioritiesMonitor performance against plans and provide forward-looking insightsAnalyze financial and operational performance, identifying key drivers, trends, and variancesDevelop KPIs and performance frameworks to track progress and support accountabilityBuild financial models and scenario analyses to evaluate investments, optimize costs, and drive value creationDrive continuous improvements in financial planning, reporting, forecasting, supporting tools and data structuresPromote consistency and discipline in financial practices across teamsBuild strong cross‑functional relationships (including Procurement, Legal, and Operations)Support procurement and contract evaluation through financial analysisContribute to core finance team operations, including month‑end close supportPartner with teams to improve financial literacy and ownershipWhat You Bring3‑5 years of experience in FP&A, finance, or business partnering rolesDegree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA (or in progress) is an assetStrong financial modeling and analytical capabilitiesExperience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and performance management processesAbility to influence stakeholders and communicate complex insights clearlyCuriosity and a proactive mindset to identify opportunities and challenge assumptionsExperience working cross‑functionally in dynamic environmentsExperience with financial planning tools or systemsExposure to strategic planning or investment evaluationLocation and Work Arrangement CIRA offers a blend of remote and on‑site work. Our Ottawa headquarters serves as a hub for regular events and social activities that bring our team together, encouraging a strong sense of community within our organization. No matter where you work from, you’ll always feel part of our vibrant team and our shared mission.This posting is for an existing vacancy. For any accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us at #J-18808-Ljbffr