Analyst, Finance Support

Loblaw Companies Limited; Brampton; Hybrid; CAD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian retail company is offering a Summer 2026 Work Term in Brampton for a co-op student role in Finance. This position involves preparation of AR billing, support for period-end processes, and contributing to process improvements. Candidates should be enrolled in a relevant post-secondary program with strong communication, organizational, and technical skills. The role offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary range between $35,100 and $65,000 per year.

Responsibilities

• Prepare AR Billing accurately and timely.
• Support the period end close process with journal entries and accruals.
• Identify and implement process efficiencies.
• Update existing SOPs and create new ones.
• Generate reports and analyze performance for sourcing deals.
• Contribute to ongoing process improvement initiatives.
• Act as a business partner, providing financial support.

Skills

Strong time management and organizational skills

Strong technical skills (accounting practices/standards, Advanced Excel, BI, SAAS)

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail

Demonstrated ability to effectively manage resources, timelines and projects

Proactive individual, able to manage various projects simultaneously

Demonstrated ability to interact with various organizational levels

Education

Current enrollment in a relevant post-secondary program (Accounting, Finance or related disciplines)

Tools

Advanced Excel

BI tools

SAAS

Job description

Summer 2026 Work Term

Term Length: 4 months

Term Start: May 4, 2026

Term End: August 21, 2026

The pay range for the co-op student role will reflect factors such as the candidate's experience, academic level, and the specific skillset required for the role.

Loblaw has adopted the following hybrid working model (a combination of working between the office and remotely). Colleagues can work remotely up to 1 day a week, while spending the other 4 days in the office (to be determined by each business unit).

GENERAL SUMMARY

This role will support various Finance functions for Sourcing

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Responsible for timely and accurate preparation of AR Billing
• Preparation of period end journal entries & accruals to support the period end close process as needed

• Collaborate with team members to identify and implement process efficiencies and improvements
• Create SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) of new processes and update existing SOPs
• Generate reports, validate data, and analyze performance for sourcing deals related to 2026 initiatives
• Contribute to ongoing process improvement initiatives within the department

Relationship Building

• Act as a business partner, providing support to our relevant business contacts
• Gain the confidence of the business by providing accurate and timely financial information, delivery with a sense of urgency and coping with business changes effectively and efficiently.

Communication Internal/External

• Keep appropriate individuals informed and up to date (team members/senior management) on status of financial information and projects
• Work closely with business contacts to understand urgency of financial tasks assigned and elevate any issues in a timely manner

Any Other Duties As Required

• Any other responsibilities or projects, as required.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Current enrollment in a relevant post-secondary program, focused on Accounting, Finance or related disciplines.

Skills Required

• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Strong technical skills (accounting practices/standards, Advanced Excel, BI, SAAS, etc.)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage resources, timelines and projects
• Proactive individual, able to effectively manage various projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to interact with people at various levels of an organization

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note: Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

Hiring Range / Échelle salariale à l’embauche : $35,100.00 - $65,000.00 / 35.100,00$ - 65.000,00$ (per year / par an). A candidate’s experience and knowledge as well as the geographical region in which the position is located may be factored into the pay a candidate receives for this position. This posting is for an existing vacancy. The Company uses artificial intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing and/or selecting applicants for this position.

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