Experienced Financial Analyst – Planning and Analysis for Canada - Driving Merchant Discount Revenue 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 development.

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 revenue. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence multiple businesses and segments by aligning the association's objective for profitable charge volume and merchant development, which is vital to the health 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 out to the regional pricing groups that manage the merchant relationships to discuss issues, and managing resolutions.
• Perform ad-hoc data analysis to assess discount rate trends and uncover insights.

Requirements and Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in financial services or the payments industry, or in 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 competing objectives.

Preferred Qualifications:

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

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 development, including:

• Competitive salary: $25-$35 per hour.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Recognition for your contributions, service, and impact.

Work Environment and Company Culture:

Our work environment is dynamic, fast-paced, and supportive. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strive to create a culture where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Our team is passionate about delivering exceptional client experiences and driving business results.

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 application link]. We look forward to hearing from you!

Conclusion

At Blithequark, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. Join our team as a Financial Analyst – Planning and Analysis for Canada and be part of a global community of partners who are passionate about delivering exceptional client experiences and driving business results. Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career at Blithequark!