Senior Analyst, Commercial Finance

We’re looking for an insight-driven Senior Analyst, Commercial Finance to join our team remotely.

As a Senior Analyst, Commercial Finance you'll support business growth and profitability of all digital lottery product lines by providing financial analysis, forecasting, and decision support to commercial and operational teams.

Who We Are

With a legacy spanning over a century, Pollard Banknote has become a world leader in instant ticket manufacturing and digital lottery solutions that enhance player engagement through cutting-edge technology. Our diverse and talented team brings ideas to life through creativity, innovation, and collaboration. From exciting lottery experiences to impactful partnerships, we’re shaping the future of gaming and making a difference in millions of lives. Join us and help reimagine how the world plays.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Profit sharing program – every role plays a part in our success!
• Comprehensive Group Benefits
• Opportunities for professional development
• On-Site Cafeteria & Outdoor Patio
• On Site Gym
• A variety of committee-driven employee engagement activities
• Free Parking
• Hybrid Work Environment
  
  

What You'll Do

Commercial Analysis and Deal Support

• Build and maintain financial models for Business Development to evaluate new commercial opportunities for Pollard’s digital lottery products, including Pollard’s Catalyst Gaming Platform, PlayOn Loyalty Platform, e-Instant Game Studio, Website and Mobile Applications.
• Forecast netgaming revenue using cohort-based player lifetime value models.
• Build and maintain headcount models for call centre, transaction risk, marketing and technology functions, translating business activity drivers into staffing requirements and cost forecasts.
• Model payment processing costs based on deposit volume and payment method mix assumptions, incorporating interchange, assessment fees, processor margin, chargeback costs and gateway or platform fees.
• Model third-party costs, including cloud hosting, KYC, marketing communications, process orchestration and SIEM.
• Evaluate commercial deal structures, including fixed fee arrangements, revenue share agreements and hybrid contract formats.
• Analyze competitor pricing, fee structures and contract terms to inform commercial positioning.
  
  

Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning

• Contribute to annual budgeting and quarterly reforecast cycles.
• Track actuals vs. budget to inform updates to commercial models and assist with variance analysis.
  
  

Costing

• Analyze historical time logs to develop standard efforts estimates for chargeable software development work.
• Calculate fully loaded costs per FTE by department and location.
  
  

Performance Reporting

• Develop dashboards and KPIs that give leadership clear visibility into business performance
  
  

Who You Are

• Curious and analytical, with a strong focus on understanding the drivers behind performance.
• A clear communicator who can turn complex analysis into simple, actionable insights.
• Collaborative, with the ability to build strong relationships across diverse teams.
• Adaptable and solutions-focused, able to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

What You'll Bring

• 2 years of experience in finance, accounting, analytics or a related role
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or similar required
• CPA designation preferred
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
• Advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with BI and reporting tools is an asset
• Experience with Python is an asset
• Experience in the technology and real money gaming industries are an asset
  
  

Pollard Banknote Limited is an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory response from a Criminal Record Search.