Financial Analyst

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Financial Analyst will provide fact-based recommendations to assist in the continuous improvement of the Merchandising Department.  Through strong analytical support, innovative recommendations and insights, the Financial Analyst will have a direct impact on maximizing Corporate and Store sales. 

Duties and Responsibilities

Project/Task Management

• Conduct monthly presentation to Senior Management by quantifying the impact of changes in top categories and advertising campaigns. 
• Provide strategic recommendations to ensure Corporate and Store sales are being maximized.
• Act as a key contributor to the financial success of the Categories by making recommendations on how to optimize product performance to achieve sales and margin growth.
• Recommend product mix for Permanent and Bi-Monthly Tub Programs to increase Corporate and Store sales.
• Compile Stewardship reports and liaise with 3^rd party consultant to ensure accurate reporting and compliance relating to Recycling program across various provinces
• Support management with the financial assessment of the Flyer process by providing projections and recommendations on product selection and placement to meet financial goals.
• Provide on-going ad-hoc support to the Marketing team to address business needs, as requested.
• Responsible for weekly sales analysis reports (coupon redemption summary, flyer and instore specials).
• Provide administrative support to Manager on Flyer template.
• Provide vendor purchase forecast to complete annual financial budget
• Partner with Finance in Vendor Support Program budgets, collection, and reconciliation.
• Perform thorough report testing on assigned business projects.

Education & Skills

• Post-Secondary Education in Business, Commerce and/or Computer Science
• 3 – 5 years’ experience with financial analytics in retail environment
• Advanced knowledge of Excel inclusive of extensive use of Pivot tables and Macros
• 3 – 5 years’ experience delivering presentations
• 1 – 2 years’ experience working with Merchandising terminology
• 3 – 5 years’ experience working under pressure and meeting tight deadline in a standard driven environment
• 1 – 2 years’ experience working in a team driven environment with good interpersonal skills
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft word, PowerPoint and Outlook tools