Senior Manager, Strategic Finance- Insights and Analytics …, Alberta

Senior Manager, Strategic Finance – Insights and Analytics We are looking for a Senior Manager, Strategic Finance – Insights and Analytics to join the Strategic Finance & Insights team. The role works closely with the CFO and Executive Leadership Team on capital markets strategy, long‑range planning, and multi‑year business design, and leads the analytical layer that connects Lightspeed’s revenue streams. Responsibilities Lead cross‑functional analyses spanning all revenue streams (Software, Payments, Capital, and Hardware) and translate variances, structural shifts, and emerging trends into clear narratives for senior finance leadership. Serve as the senior FP&A; point of contact for the Data Office, analytics teams, and platform owners, representing FP&A;’s position on finance‑critical metrics, master data management, standardized reporting dimensions, and data governance. Support the evolution of Lightspeed’s forecasting methodology and the framework used to assess forecasting accuracy, identifying structural sources of variance and contributing to forecast improvements. Integrate AI tools, automation, and emerging analytical techniques into team workflows to improve quality or efficiency. Qualifications Experience & Education Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering, or a related quantitative field. 7+ years of progressive FP&A;, strategic finance, or analytical experience, ideally in a multi‑product SaaS or payments environment. Experience with EPM platforms (Pigment, Adaptive, Anaplan, or similar). Experience at a public company preferred. Track record of producing executive‑facing analysis across multiple business lines or revenue streams. Experience partnering with data, analytics, or BI teams as a primary stakeholder. Knowledge of master data management, data governance frameworks, or standardized reporting dimensions is a bonus. CPA or CFA designation is a bonus. Technical & Analytical Skills Deep fluency in SaaS metrics (NRR, ARPU, churn, LTV/CAC, Rule of 40, etc.). Strong financial modeling skills in Google Sheets/Excel. Familiarity with SQL and modern data tooling; hands‑on coding proficiency not required. Comfort building structure across large, messy datasets where processes do not yet exist. AI fluency and active use of LLMs, copilots, and automation tools in workflow. Communication & Collaboration Ability to translate complex analysis into simple, actionable narratives for non‑finance stakeholders. Comfort operating with ambiguity and making methodology calls with incomplete information. Cross‑functional fluency across Data, Accounting, and business teams. Experience presenting to and influencing senior leadership. Benefits Flexible work workplace and remote work policies. Equity options. Contributions to a pension plan. Training and career development opportunities. Health and wellness credit. Volunteer time off. Interest groups, employee‑led networks, and social committees. Computer purchase program for personal MacBook. Enhanced parental leave. At Lightspeed, we are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier‑free workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including people with disabilities, and provide accommodations on request. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2peifr