Sr. Business Analyst

OPENTEXT - THE INFORMATION COMPANY

OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

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At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We are hiring talent AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.

YOUR IMPACT

OpenText is seeking a naturally curious and analytical professional to join the Cash Flow Planning & Analysis team in Richmond Hill. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, working with data, and uncovering insights that drive better business decisions. Whether your background is in finance, accounting, economics, engineering, computer science, or another quantitative discipline, success in this role comes from your ability to ask the right questions, connect the dots, and uncover answers that others might miss.

In this role, you'll work with large and complex datasets across multiple business systems to explain financial performance, improve forecasting accuracy, and identify opportunities to enhance business results. You'll investigate trends, determine root causes, challenge assumptions, and transform data into actionable insights that influence strategic decision-making. If you're energized by turning data into meaningful stories and enjoy making a measurable impact in a global organization, you'll thrive at OpenText.

WHAT THE ROLE OFFERS 

• An analytical thinker who enjoys breaking down complex problems and understanding how things work.

• Ability to work quickly in a fast-paced environment, work comfortably with ambiguous requirements, and work with large data sets from multiple systems.

• Self-starter who takes ownership, demonstrates initiative, and is motivated by continuous learning and improvement.
• An effective communicator who can translate complex analysis into clear, actionable business insights.

• Strong interest in technology, automation, AI tools, data analytics, process design, and innovation.

• Data analysis and forecasting of receipts, disbursements, and other cash flow activity to identify trends, explain variances, and deliver meaningful business insights.
• Support quarterly financial results by investigating outcomes, validating data, and providing analysis to Finance leadership.
• Lead investigations into unexpected results, operational issues, and data anomalies, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting, analytics, processes, and data quality through automation, coding, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to special projects and strategic initiatives that require strong analytical thinking and sound business judgment.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of experience in business analysis, financial analysis, data analysis, consulting, operations, corporate finance, accounting, or a related analytical discipline.
• Proven ability to analyze complex datasets, identify patterns, investigate issues, and develop data-driven recommendations.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems and at least one data analytics, programming, or business intelligence technology such as Power BI, SQL, Python, Alteryx, Tableau, or Power Query is strongly preferred.
• The successful candidate should be comfortable using technology to integrate data, automate recurring analysis, validate results, and improve forecasting and decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and operate effectively in an environment where problems are not always clearly defined.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

ONE LAST THING

Join OpenText's Cash Flow Planning & Analysis team and play a key role in shaping business decisions through data-driven insights. This exciting opportunity is ideal for a naturally curious and analytical professional who enjoys solving complex problems, uncovering trends, and turning data into meaningful business recommendations. Working with large and diverse datasets, you'll help explain financial performance, improve forecasting accuracy, drive process improvements, and support strategic initiatives using analytics, automation, and innovative technologies. OpenText is looking for a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys continuous learning, and can translate complex analysis into actionable insights that create measurable impact across a global organization.

OpenText's commitment to diversity and inclusion surpasses legal requirements, evident in our Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy which promotes a respectful and empowering environment for employees of all backgrounds, culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact us at [email protected]. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.

Compensation: At OpenText, we offer a thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. A summary of those benefits can be found on our Why Join Us page. As you move through the hiring process, we’re happy to provide more details about our compensation programs, including variable and commission compensation opportunities for eligible roles, vacation entitlement, and paid time off.

Salary Range:$x - $x; Depending on the candidate’s education, experience, skills, geographical location, and alignment with internal equity and external market, actual salary may vary and be higher or lower than the range posted.

AI Usage Disclosure:As part of our commitment to transparency, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in various stages of our recruitment process, including resume screening, candidate matching, interview scheduling, and communications. These tools are designed to improve efficiency, reduce bias, and enhance candidate experience. All decisions regarding hiring are made by qualified human professionals, and we continuously monitor our AI systems to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable regulations.