Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

Holt Renfrew; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sector is looking for an Analyst in Financial Planning & Analysis. This role involves supporting financial activities, preparing budgets, and conducting ad-hoc analyses. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, collaboration abilities, and relevant experience in financial planning.

Benefits

Generous employee discount

Pension plan

Health & dental benefits

Tuition assistance

Continuous learning and development

Qualifications

• 3+ years of work experience in financial planning and analysis.
• Superior analytical skills to drive business insights.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and monitor cost centre results against budget/forecast.
• Prepare operating expense annual budgets and forecasts.
• Develop processes to support management reporting requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Communication

Ownership

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary degree in a related field

CPA designation (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

IBM Cognos

Microstrategy

Job description

Holt Renfrew offers you an inspiring, fashion-driven environment with opportunities to learn and grow. From our incredible partnerships with iconic luxury brands, to our commitments to corporate social responsibility, you will be inspired every day.

A job at Holt Renfrew offers a competitive total compensation, a generous employee discount, pension, and health & dental benefits, tuition assistance, and continuous learning and development.

The Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis position poses the unique opportunity to partner with and support key stakeholders across the organization with specialization in Corporate SG&A. Reporting to the Director, FP&A this role is responsible for handling the day-to-day financial activities related to multi-year budget planning, ongoing forecasting/results analysis as well as ad-hoc projects. This role also supports the strategic and financial evaluation of Holt Renfrew’s capital investments.

Specific responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Review and monitor periodic cost centre results against budget/forecast with the ability to analyze variances and provide concise/articulate insights; assist the business in developing action plans as required

• Preparation and ownership of operating expense annual budgets and monthly/quarterly forecasts (against which results will be reviewed/analyzed)

• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis to assist in the evaluation of potential business opportunities and strategic initiatives

• Develop a strong partnership with senior leaders across the organization (become a trusted thought leader/resource)

• Partner with key stakeholders cross-functionally to facilitate effective problem solving and to ensure successful financial decision making and performance (willingness to challenge the status quo)

• Assist in the financial and strategic evaluation of proposed capital expenditures to ensure alignment with the short term and long term plans of the company

• Assist in month/year-end FP&A activities including coordination with the Accounting team to ensure completeness and timely close of financial records

• Develop and improve new processes and models to support management reporting requirements; maintain a continuous improvement mindset

The ideal candidate:

• Post-secondary degree in a related field

• 3+ years of work experience within financial planning and analysis

• CPA designation (or working towards it) is preferred

• Superior analytical skills with the ability to drive useful business insights (ability to think outside the box)

• Advanced Microsoft Office Skills (Excel, PowerPoint); ideal candidate will also have exposure/competency in SAP, IBM Cognos and Microstrategy

Core Competencies:

• Enthusiastic learner with demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced changing work environment

• Proactive individual with the ability to effectively manage various priorities simultaneously to strict deadlines

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with other functions and build strong working relationships

• Strong degree of ownership and accountability with high attention to detail

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Holt Renfrew is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our future success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all our employees -- their diverse backgrounds, abilities and experiences make our business stronger. If you are contacted for a job opportunity and require accommodation, please email [e-mail] and let us know so we can ensure you have an accessible candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. All requests are confidential and used only to meet candidate needs.