Financial Analyst

Canadian Tire; Toronto; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discounts

Profit sharing

Mental health benefits

Job summary

Canadian Tire's FP&A team partners with the Finance group to understand results, deliver actionable insights, and influence business decisions across cost centers.

In this role, you will support monthly forecasting and annual budgeting for SC&T costs, analyze logistics expenses, produce variance analyses, and help drive cost optimization. You will develop financial models, track KPIs, and communicate findings to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A or related finance role.
• Professional designation (CPA, CFA or equivalent) is an asset.
• Strong Excel skills; experience with BI tools (Power BI) is a plus.
• Experience with ERP/financial systems (SAP, Oracle, Hyperion) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly forecasting and annual budgeting process for the SC&T cost centers.
• Analyze transportation and logistics costs, including freight, fuel, and carrier expenses, and identify trends and variances.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting packages with variance analysis (actual vs. budget/forecast) with clear, actionable commentary.
• Partner with Supply Chain and Transportation operations teams to understand cost drivers and support decision-making.
• Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate transportation network costs, route optimization initiatives, and vendor/carrier contracts.
• Track KPIs related to cost per unit shipped, cost as a % of volume, and other operational efficiency metrics.
• Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and business cases to support capital and operational investment decisions.
• Support month-end close activities, including accruals and journal entries related to SC&T costs.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation in reporting and analysis workflows.
• Ensure data integrity and consistency across financial systems and reporting tools.

Skills

Financial analysis

Excel

Power BI

ERP systems

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business

Tools

Power BI

SAP

Oracle

Hyperion

Job description

The Canadian Tire FP&A team plays a critical role in enabling strong financial performance in an evolving retail environment. You will partner closely with the Finance team to understand results, deliver actionable insights, and influence business decisions.

What you'll do:

• Support the monthly forecasting and annual budgeting process for the SC&T cost centers
• Analyze transportation and logistics costs, including freight, fuel, and carrier expenses, and identify trends and variances
• Prepare monthly financial reporting packages, including variance analysis (actual vs. budget/forecast) with clear, actionable commentary
• Partner with Supply Chain and Transportation operations teams to understand cost drivers and support decision-making
• Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate transportation network costs, route optimization initiatives, and vendor/carrier contracts
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to cost per unit shipped, cost as a % of volume, and other operational efficiency metrics
• Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and business cases to support capital and operational investment decisions
• Support month-end close activities, including accruals and journal entries related to SC&T costs
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation in reporting and analysis workflows
• Ensure data integrity and consistency across financial systems and reporting tools

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
• 2–4 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or a related finance role
• Working towards or holding a professional accounting/finance designation (CPA, CFA, or equivalent) considered an asset
• Strong Excel skills (financial modeling, pivot tables, advanced formulas); experience with Power BI or similar BI tools is a plus
• Experience with ERP/financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion) preferred
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to translate data into clear insights
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to non‑financial stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

Compensation:

Hiring range: $53,000–$88,000 CAD annually. Target salary range: $65,000–$75,000 CAD annually.

Benefits:

Store discounts, Triangle Learning Academy, Canadian Tire Profit Sharing, retirement and savings programs, and enhanced flex benefits including $5,000 per year in mental health benefits for eligible employees and their families.

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field; 2–4 years of experience in financial analysis or FP&A; CPA or CFA designation in progress or completed is an asset; advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP/financial systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Hyperion preferred