Program Budget & Financial Analyst

• Location: Calgary, Alberta
• Type: Contract
• Job #14088

MatchBox Consulting Group is recruiting on behalf of its client for a Program Budget & Financial Analyst to support a large-scale IT systems implementation program in Calgary.

This role will focus on financial management across a complex, multi-year program, supporting budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and financial reporting. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the program remains aligned with budget expectations while providing clear financial insights to support decision-making.

This position is well suited to a detail-oriented professional who is comfortable working with large datasets, managing workforce-related costs, and supporting financial governance within a fast-paced program environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain program budgets, including multi-year financial forecasts
• Prepare and update cost projections aligned with program milestones and deliverables
• Perform variance analysis (actual vs. budget vs. forecast) and provide actionable insights
• Track Estimate at Completion (EAC) and Estimate to Complete (ETC) to support financial accuracy
• Monitor and track program expenditures, ensuring accurate cost allocation and coding
• Identify cost risks, trends, and opportunities for optimization
• Support financial governance and ensure compliance with internal policies
• Track and manage vendor invoices and related financial documentation
• Oversee and validate timesheet tracking for program personnel, ensuring accurate labor cost reporting
• Collaborate with project managers and team leads to ensure timely and accurate time reporting
• Analyze workforce utilization and provide insights into cost efficiency
• Prepare financial reports and dashboards for program leadership, including budget status and burn rate
• Support executive-level reporting with clear summaries and recommendations
• Assist with audits and financial reviews as required
• Support annual budget planning and long-term financial strategies
• Contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes, tools, and reporting systems

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in program finance, budgeting, or financial analysis
• Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
• Experience with cost tracking methodologies including EAC, ETC, and variance analysis
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with financial systems (Workday preferred)
• Experience managing and analyzing large datasets, particularly workforce and labor costs
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities

Assets

• Professional designation such as CPA, CFA, or equivalent
• Experience supporting program or project management environments (PMO)
• Familiarity with earned value management (EVM) principles
• Experience managing large-scale program budgets (e.g., $200M+)
• Experience within utilities, energy, or infrastructure environments

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team’s extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com