01·Open role
- Location
- Remote — Americas
- Salary range
- CAD 105k–140k/yr
- Posted
- 8 days ago
- Applicants
- 29 so far
02·Overview
About the opportunity
Shopify is hiring a senior finance analyst to help us build a durable, well-run business. You'll partner with leadership on forecasting, planning, and the operational rhythms that keep a company on track.
You'll own financial planning, reporting, and analysis for one or more business units. Expect to build models from scratch, present to leadership, and improve the operational cadence over time.
03·What you'll do
Your responsibilities
- 01
Own budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for one or more BUs.
- 02
Build and maintain financial models from scratch.
- 03
Partner with leadership on strategic planning.
- 04
Improve monthly and quarterly close processes.
- 05
Analyze unit economics and pricing decisions.
- 06
Present financial performance to the board and investors.
04·Requirements
What we're looking for
3+ years in finance, banking, or FP&A at a growth company.
Strong modeling skills; comfort with SQL a plus.
Excellent written communication and presentation skills.
Attention to detail without losing sight of the big picture.
A degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
05·Bonus
Nice to have
- CPA or CFA credentials.
- SaaS metrics experience.
- IPO or M&A involvement.
06·Tech stack
Tools you'll live in
Day-to-day toolchain — no proprietary lock-in, all industry-standard.
Primary — used daily
07·Perks & benefits
What comes with the role
Competitive comp
Salary + meaningful equity
Fully remote
Work from any timezone
Best-in-class insurance
Medical, dental, vision
Wellness & learning
$2K/yr stipends
5 weeks PTO
+ paid parental leave
Home office budget
$3K one-time + monthly
08·Team
Who you'll work with
Team size
8 people
Reports to
Head of Design
Timezone overlap
≥ 4h with PST
Peers include
3 senior ICs, 1 EM
09·Compensation
How the offer is structured
Total comp range shown on the sidebar — this is how it breaks down.
- Base salary
- CAD 89k–CAD 119k
- Equity
- CAD 11k–CAD 14k
- Perf. bonus
- CAD 5k–CAD 7k
Paid monthly · reviewed yearly
4-yr vest · 1-yr cliff
Target 100% attainment
10·A typical day
What a workday looks like
Not a script — but a fair sketch of how the good days go.
- 09:00
Async stand-up
Skim overnight PRs and Linear updates. Post priorities for the day.
- 10:30
Deep work block
Ship the meaningful thing — flows, prototypes, or specs. Notifications off.
- 13:30
Design critique
Present WIP, gather structured feedback, or review a peer's work.
- 15:30
Cross-functional sync
Pair with PM + eng on scope, edge cases, and rollout plan.
- 17:00
Wrap + docs
Write up decisions, publish new components, hand off cleanly for async.
11·Hiring process
How we'll get to know each other
- 01
Application review
Within 3 daysWe read every application in full. If there's a fit, we'll reach out to schedule a call.
- 02
Intro conversation
30 minutesA call with a hiring manager to learn about you, share more about the role, and answer questions.
- 03
Working session
60–90 minutesA practical exercise or portfolio review focused on the kind of work you'll actually do here.
- 04
Team meets
2–3 conversationsChats with future teammates to explore how we'd work together day to day.
- 05
Offer
Within 1 weekWe aim to move quickly. If we're excited about you, we'll say so — and back it up with a strong offer.
12·Role FAQs
Common questions, up front
- 01
Is relocation supported?
Yes — full package plus a 3-month serviced apartment in Remote — Americas. Remote hires stay put.
- 02
Do you sponsor visas?
Yes, for senior roles in our supported jurisdictions. Timelines vary — we're happy to walk through options on the first call.
- 03
What does the offer include?
Base + equity + performance bonus (see breakdown above). Fully covered health, dental, and vision from day one.
- 04
When do I start?
We're flexible — the ideal start is within 8 weeks of signing, but we can accommodate longer notice periods.
13·Ready?
Apply for Senior Finance Analyst
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