General Accounting Franchise Analyst, Finance

Job title: General Accounting Franchise Analyst, Finance

Company: Loblaw

Job description: Location: 101 Weston Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3E 2T4

The decision to join a company is a big one. We have opportunities for hard working, energetic and reliable people just like you.

Why is this role important?

Loblaw focuses on getting better every day and putting the customer first, creating a fast paced work environment with constant change. We are making changes to business processes and technology, in a solutions driven environment. Questioning the status quo and digging deeper into problems is valued and supported.

The Winnipeg-based Franchise Reporting and Analysis team is currently hiring for a Financial Analyst.

Reporting directly to the Manager, Franchise Reporting and Analysis, you will be part of a world-class Accounting team and you will be exposed to top-notch systems like SAP and Microstrategy.

What you’ll do:

Review and analyze franchise stores’ P&L

Reconcile the Corporate Income Tax and Commodity Tax accounts

Prepare and post a multitude of journal entries.

Provide guidance to franchise stores on multiple topics including financial transactions on their statements.

Respond to government audits and external accountants.

Collaborate with other teams to automate and optimize current processes to drive efficiencies and create capacity within the business

What you’ll need:

A minimum of 4 years of previous applicable industry experience, or a combination of education and experience

Currently enrolled in an accounting designation program would be considered an asset

Strong English communication skills

Strong French communication skills would be an asset

Corporate tax experience would be an asset

Ability to converse comfortably with business partners

Intermediate experience with spreadsheet applications, word documents and email (office suite)

Professional attitude (business attire, communication with colleagues, positive attitude) professional demeanor

Strong organizational and time management skills with keen attention to detail and commitment to excellence

Demonstrated ability to work independently or part of a team

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Ability to problem solve and offer constructive solutions

Ability to meet required deadlines/targets

Be flexible and able to adapt to change in a positive manner

How You’ll Succeed:

At Loblaw, we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture. We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections.

If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today.

In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

Employment Type: Full time

Type of Role: Regular

Loblaw recognizes Canada’s diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired. Please Note: If you have Employee Self Service (ESS) on Workday, apply to this job via the Workday application.

Expected salary:

Location: Winnipeg, MB

Job date: Fri, 12 Mar 2021 23:40:28 GMT