Financial Analyst, Margin Retail Accounting

Role Overview

This role provides unique insight into Canadian Tire’s retail banners, key business initiatives, and financial results. The Financial Analyst will play an important role in ensuring accurate accounting and reporting of revenue and cost of sales while partnering with teams across the organization.

What You Will Do

Prepare and analyze significant journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules as part of the monthly close process across a variety of margin areas. Serve as a key accounting partner for margin-related business initiatives across multiple banners.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to see the ‘big picture’ in a complex business environment. They will also have strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships.

Requirements

• University degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA designation (or working towards completion)
• Minimum 1-3 years experience in a medium/large company at a Financial Analyst/Accountant level, with strong IFRS knowledge
• Detail oriented with strong diagnostic and analytical skills
• Strong problem solving, analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in an environment responsive to changing business requirements
• Highly driven with an exceptionally strong work ethic, time management and organization skills
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and retirement programs
• Performance incentives
• Continuing Education Programs
• Other perks to support your well-being
• Career growth opportunities
• Product discounts
• Mental health benefits in the amount of $5,000 per year for benefits-eligible employees and their families