Job Duties/Accountabilities:

• Support the financial forecasting process for in-year forecasts, budget and long range planning of national pricing strategies including, discounts, price increases and gift card incentives
• Month-end reporting and variance analysis for these portfolio’s across all product lines
• Prepare financial analysis presentation materials for presentations to the executive team
• Manage multiple deadlines and meet all corporate requirements
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of information
• Provide continuous improvement of the forecasting and budgeting process.

Critical Qualifications/Competencies:

• Accounting designation (CA, CMA, CGA or MBA)
• 2-5 years of experience in financial analysis and planning
• Strong communication skills along with the ability to convey financial analysis to Executive management
• Very strong analytical and Excel skills
• Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, work on various deliverables simultaneously and prioritize
• Relentless attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to see the “big picture” and to summarize into an executive review
• Ability to partner with various cross-functional groups and management levels
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of issues and tasks through to resolution

Bilingualism is an asset (English and French); adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.