Company Overview

At Mara Renewables Corporation (Mara), we exist to re-engineer nature’s pantry, reimagine human nutrition, and revitalize wellness and the environment. We believe there has never been a more critical need to evolve health ingredients for human nutrition and related industries using the power of science and nature to build a more sustainable and healthier world.

Mara’s remarkable journey has transformed us from a research & development startup into a global leader within the precision fermentation omega-3 oil industry, encompassing pivotal sectors such as food, beverage, and infant nutrition. Our commitment to commercializing our unique patent-protected technologies, coupled with the expertise of our diverse and exceptionally talented team, has been the driving force behind our success.

Job Summary The Financial Analyst, Business Intelligence supports business planning, financial analysis, and performance reporting across the organization. This role is responsible for building financial models, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and translating financial and operational data into clear, actionable insights for decision-making. The role will also serve as a key Power BI contributor, responsible for designing, building, and maintaining dashboards and reports used by the finance team and business stakeholders. Candidates should be comfortable working independently in Power BI and translating business questions into effective data models and visual insights. This is a hands-on opportunity for someone early in their finance career who has a strong business foundation, solid technical skills, and the ability to take open-ended requests and determine the right analytical approach.
This role is based in our Dartmouth, NS office and follows a hybrid work model, with flexibility and a minimum of two in-office days per week.

Duties and Responsibilities Financial Analysis & Modelling

• Analyze monthly and quarterly financial performance, including profit and loss results, variances, and key business drivers
• Build and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, scenario analysis, and business planning
• Support development of business cases, investment analysis, and business valuation models, with guidance as needed
• Assist in evaluating strategic initiatives such as capital investments, partnerships, and growth opportunities
• Conduct market and industry research to support planning and decision-making
• Support preparation of business plans and financial materials for internal and external stakeholders

Reporting & Business Intelligence

• Design, build, and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports to support financial and operational decision-making
• Translate business and financial requirements into effective data models, visuals, and measures
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and usability across reports and dashboards
• Partner with stakeholders to understand reporting needs and continuously improve reporting quality and insights

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support financial planning and analysis activities
• Prepare reports, presentations, and ad hoc analysis for senior leadership
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in financial models, tools, and reporting processes

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required
• 1–3 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, corporate finance, consulting, or a similar analytical role
• Strong foundational knowledge of financial modelling and corporate finance concepts
• Exposure to business valuation or investment analysis is an asset
• Strong working knowledge of Power BI, including dashboard design, data modeling, and basic DAX
• Demonstrated experience building Power BI dashboards from raw or semi-structured data (through coursework, internships, or professional experience)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modelling and analysis
• Ability to work through ambiguous requests and independently determine an appropriate analytical approach
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer

Mara is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plan

• Employee & Family Assistance Program

• RRSP matching program

• Health care spending account

• Physical Wellness Reimbursement Plan

At Mara we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Mara supports candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs.