Sr. Budget Analyst, Marketing

LG; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a detail-oriented financial manager to oversee invoice processing and budget management. This role involves ensuring compliance with accounting standards, resolving discrepancies, and facilitating training for the marketing team. The ideal candidate will bring over five years of experience in financial management, showcasing strong analytical and communication skills. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, and contribute to enhancing operational efficiency while enjoying a competitive salary and excellent benefits. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Excellent Benefits

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in financial management, budget analysis, or accounting.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee marketing invoice processing and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Assist in the preparation and management of the annual marketing budget.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Data Analysis

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Smartsheet

Job description

Job Description

Posted Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 5:00 AM

At LG, innovation is the foundation of everything we do. We make products and services that make lives better, easier, and happier through increased functionality and fun. Put simply, we make “Life Good” – from home appliances, consumer electronics and vehicle components to business innovations in digital signage, air conditioning and solar.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Invoice Management and Compliance

1. Oversee the marketing invoice processing cycle to ensure accurate and timely billing and payments
2. Data entry and system processing: Entering invoice details into marketing system, including vendor information, item descriptions, and pricing
3. Resolving discrepancies: Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies with vendors, including amount errors, or missing documentation
4. Invoice tracking and reporting: Managing comprehensive record of all invoices, including their status (pending, approved, paid), and generating reports on outstanding invoices and payment trends
5. Compliance: Ensuring adherence to company policies and accounting standards related to invoice processing
6. Vendor communication: Communicating with vendors to address invoice requests or resolve issues
7. Identify variance between actual & budgeted financial results at the end of each reporting period
8. Proactively identify gaps in processes and implement solutions (automation) to improve workflows and execution
9. Develop and facilitate training and onboarding on financial tools, systems, processes, and governance policies for the Marketing Team and stakeholders

Budget Management

1. Assist in the preparation and management of the annual marketing budget, ensuring accuracy and alignment with departmental goals
2. Track expenses, ensuring compliance with allocated budgets and company policies
3. Monitor budget utilization and reconcile variances, escalating issues when necessary
4. Take on cross-functional responsibilities as needed, ensuring operational continuity and efficiency across marketing & external teams

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Completion of a Bachelor's degree
2. Ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in the areas of financial management, budget analysis, accounting and/or marketing, or other professional experience performing similar work with an emphasis on financial acumen and process management
3. Strong analytical skills, proficiency in data analysis, mathematical skills, detail oriented, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word), marketing operational and expense management software (i.e., Smartsheet)
5. Strong written and verbal skills; ability to summarize the most crucial information
6. Exceptional ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize deadlines, and drive execution
7. Excellent communication abilities to interact with and share key financial information with teammates and business stakeholders
8. Be a team player yet be able to think and work independently

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

The organization offers an attractive compensation package that encompasses a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Conditions of Employment:

It is the candidate’s sole responsibility to obtain any work permits/visas or other authorizations which may be required to legally work in Canada prior to commencing employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

LG Electronics Canada, Inc. is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible, and rewarding work environment which highlights employees’ unique contributions to our company’s success. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our customers, and communities, in which we live and serve. LG Electronics Canada, Inc., will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform LG’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes.

LG Electronics Canada, Inc. thanks all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.