Financial Analyst, Corporate Accounting (15 Month Contract)

Canadian-Tire-Corporation,-Ltd.-1; Toronto; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discounts

Triangle Learning Academy

Profit Sharing

Retirement/Savings program

Job summary

Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited is seeking a Financial Analyst, Retail to analyze and present results for key retail units. You will provide variance analysis, support external reporting, and collaborate with auditors and internal teams to ensure accurate IFRS banner-level statements.

Strong communication and presentation skills are required, with 1–3 years of experience and CPA pursuing credentials. Proficiency in Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and corporate systems is expected, supporting

Qualifications

• Pursuing CPA designation or accounting designation (CPA) is expected.
• 1-3 years of relevant work experience in accounting or finance.
• Ability to clearly communicate results to a large audience and senior leaders.
• Advanced MS Excel, MS Access, and PowerPoint skills.
• Experience with Hyperion Planning & HFM and PeopleSoft.
• Strong problem solving, analytical and strategic thinking skills; see the big picture in a complex business environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and present results of key retail businesses to internal stakeholders, including variance analysis year over year or vs budget/forecast.
• Perform critical financial analysis to ensure accuracy of financial reporting.
• Prepare supplementary information for external reporting team for quarterly reports.
• Prepare supporting documents for external auditors for quarterly reviews, interim testing and year-end audits.
• Ensure timely completion and accuracy of deliverables, including IFRS banner-level financial statements.
• Collaborate with other accounting teams to improve processes and drive efficiencies.
• Handle ad hoc projects as required.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Accounting or Business Administration degree

Tools

Hyperion Planning & HFM

PeopleSoft

Job description

Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Accounting Retail, this position provides a unique insight into the results for key retail business units. The Financial Analyst, Retail is an essential part of the accounting group and will require experience presenting key messages and variance analysis to senior leaders. Your technical expertise and analytical skills are critical for success, as is your ability to communicate and collaborate with various stakeholders with multiple projects and deadlines.What you’ll doAnalyze and present the results of key retail businesses to internal stakeholders including the analysis of significant variances year over year or compared to budget/forecastExercise critical financial analysis to ensure the highest level of accuracy in the Company’s financial reportingPrepare supplementary information required by the external reporting team for the quarterly external reportsPrepare supporting documents for the external auditors to fulfill the requirement for quarterly reviews, interim testing and year-end audits.Responsible for the timely completion and accuracy of all deliverables including preparing annual IFRS compliant banner level financial statementsWork with other accounting teams to continuously improve processes and look for efficienciesAd hoc projects as required.What you bringWorking towards completion of a professional accounting designation (CPA)University degree or College diploma in Accounting or Business Administration1-3 years of relevant work experienceSolid accounting fundamental skillsAbility to clearly and confidently, communicate results to large audienceAbility to influence and persuade different points of viewStrong time management and self-management skillsAbility to work independently and in an ambiguous environmentSelf-starter attitude with willingness to learn and master new technologiesAdvanced MS Excel, MS Access, and PowerPoint skillsExperience using Hyperion Planning & HFM and PeoplesoftStrong problem solving, analytical and strategic thinking skills; able to see the “big picture” in a complex business environmentWe’re always looking for great talent! In addition to competitive pay, we offer:Career growth opportunities and product discountsBroadband Hourly Range: $27.00/hr - $45.00/hrOur typical hiring range is between $27.00/hr and $36.00/hr. Salary decisions are also dependent on other factors such as your experience, industry benchmarks, internal equity and other role-specific requirements. For critical roles, the compensation offering will be reviewed to ensure alignment with market rate and conditions and the unique value you bring to the role.#LI-CD1This posting represents an existing vacancy within our organization.We may use artificial intelligence tools as part of our recruitment process to assist in the initial screening of resumes. All hiring decisions, including candidate evaluation, selection, and disposition, are made by human recruiters.About UsCanadian Tire Corporation, Limited (“CTC”) is one of Canada’s most admired and trusted companies. With more than 90 Owned Brands, over 1,600 retail locations, financial services, exemplary e-commerce capabilities, and exciting market-leading merchandising strategies. We dream big and work as one to innovate with purpose for our customers at every level of our business, investing in new technologies and products, and doubling down on top talent to drive the company forward. We offer competitive salaries and wages to CTC employees, as well as store discounts, supported learning through our Triangle Learning Academy, Canadian Tire Profit Sharing, and retirement and savings programs for eligible employees. As part of our enhanced flex benefits program, we offer mental health benefits in the amount of $5,000 per year for benefits-eligible employees and their families, including total well-being, and mental health tools and resources for all employees. Join us in helping to make life in Canada better through living and working our Core Values: we are innovators and entrepreneurs at our core, outcomes drive us, inclusion is a must, we are stronger together and we take personal responsibility. It is an especially exciting time to join CTC and its family of companies where career opportunities are wide-ranging! Join us, where there's a place for you here.Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and BelongingWe are committed to fostering an environment where belonging thrives, and diversity, inclusion and equity are infused into everything we do. We believe in building an organizational culture where people are consistently treated with dignity while respecting individual religion, nationality, gender, race, age, perceived ability, spoken language, sexual orientation, and identification. We are united in our purpose of being here to help make life in Canada better.AccommodationsWe stand firm in our Core Value that inclusion is a must. We welcome and encourage candidates from equity-seeking groups such as people who identify as racialized, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, women, people with disabilities, and beyond. Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to help meet your needs.