Store Accounting Resource Centre - Senior Financial Analyst (Shoppers Drug Mart)

Loblaw Companies Limited; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join their Store Accounting Resource Centre. This role is pivotal in supporting 1,400 stores across Canada, focusing on accounting inquiries and payroll tasks. You'll collaborate with various business units, utilizing your analytical skills to resolve issues and enhance store performance. The position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment, where your contributions will directly impact the financial operations of a leading retail organization. If you're passionate about finance and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Competitive benefits

Training and development opportunities

Employee discounts

Sustainability initiatives

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Finance or related field.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills are essential.
• Experience in retail or corporate finance is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to stores and business levels.
• Analyze inquiries and resolve issues through financial knowledge.
• Support projects and create business process documentation.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Education

Post-secondary education in Finance

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

MMS

ePOS

MicroStrategy

Power BI

Workday

WFM

Ceridian

Job description

Store Accounting Resource Centre - Senior Financial Analyst (Shoppers Drug Mart)

Join us to apply for the Store Accounting Resource Centre - Senior Financial Analyst (Shoppers Drug Mart) role at Loblaw Companies Limited.

About the Role

Come make a difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust, and making connections are valued. As we shape the future of Canadian retail together, our commitment to positively impacting the lives of all Canadians provides our colleagues with diverse opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, success is driven through collaboration and commitment. Whether you are starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or seeking a new opportunity, this is where you belong.

Job Description

We are seeking highly motivated candidates for the position of Senior Finance Analyst at our Store Accounting Resource Center, reporting to the Senior Manager, Finance – Enterprise Business Services. This role supports 1,400 SDM stores on accounting inquiries and payroll tasks, involving various finance initiatives and projects, especially in business process development and documentation. You will work closely with management and different business units to analyze system and process issues, resolve store inquiries, and support project phases from development to testing and implementation. Join a dedicated team with exposure to financial systems and multiple business units within Loblaw, including pharmaceutical.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to stores and all levels of the business.
• Guide and train store staff on accounting and payroll questions.
• Analyze inquiries, resolve issues through financial knowledge, process support, collaboration, or IT.
• Collaborate with government bodies, benefits providers, and Stats Canada as needed.
• Utilize technology to monitor inquiries and identify drivers affecting store performance.
• Support projects, perform testing, and create business process documentation for training.
• Coordinate meetings with stores, business, and IT teams.
• Communicate and resolve system issues with project teams.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships to support strategic initiatives.
• Assist with ad-hoc projects and initiatives.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Post-secondary education in Finance or related field; retail or corporate experience is an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for managing interactions across the organization.
• Advanced skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint; knowledge of MMS, ePOS, MicroStrategy, Power BI, Workday, WFM, Ceridian, Payroll is an asset.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Results-oriented with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.
• Ability to work effectively in a non-structured environment.
• Store experience is an asset.

We are committed to sustainability and social impact, guided by our CORE Values — Care, Ownership, Respect, and Excellence. We offer progressive careers, training, flexibility, and competitive benefits, making us one of Canada's Top Employers and a leader in diversity and sustainability.

If your experience aligns broadly with the above, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse perspectives and are dedicated to creating accessible environments for all candidates and colleagues.

Please note: Candidates 18+ will need to complete a criminal background check, with details provided during the application process.