Ready to Transform Retail? Embark on a rewarding career with Sobeys Inc., celebrated among Canadau2019s Top 100 employers where your unique contributions drive success.
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Sobeys is full of exciting opportunities, and we are always looking for bright new talent to join our marketing team !
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We currently have a full-time opportunity for a Financial Analyst, to join our Marketing Finance team. In this role, you will act as a business partner to the Quebec Marketing team and provides financial analysis support to the Finance Manager, Marketing & Retail Media Network Finance. The position is responsible for reporting, period-end close activities, budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis related to the Quebec Marketing portfolios.
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This role offers an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to build strong expense management and FP&A; experience while partnering with a dynamic marketing organization within a national retail company.
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This position may be based in our Mississauga, Calgary, Montreal or Nova Scotia office locations.
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Hereu2019s where youu2019ll be focusing:
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Prepare month-end and quarter-end close activities including accrual preparation, expense reviews, and financial reconciliations;
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Partner with Quebec marketing teams to track campaign spending to ensure alignment with approved budgets and forecasts;
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Perform variance analysis and commentary on marketing spend versus budget and forecast;
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Assist with annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes for marketing expenses and ensure it is completed within prescribed deadlines;
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Assist Finance Manager, Marketing & RMN in process of creating and maintaining forecasting, and budgeting templates;
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Assist Finance Manager, Marketing &RMN; in development of various analyses and ad hoc requests;
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Proactively identify opportunities to improve performance measurement tools and reporting to further meet the needs of the business.
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What you have to offer:
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Bacheloru2019s degree in finance, Accounting, Business, or related field. CPA designation or working toward CPA is preferred;
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2u20135 years of experience in financial analysis, or experience supporting marketing or advertising budgets preferred;
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Strong understanding of accounting principles including accrual accounting and period-end close processes;
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Bilingual (English/French) is considered an asset, particularly for supporting Quebec portfolios;
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Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy;
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Medium or Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with financial systems (e.g., SAP) or Power Query or Power BI is an asset;
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Strong communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with cross-functional teams;
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a team environment.
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Who we are:
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We started in a small town in Nova Scotia but we are now in communities of all sizes across this great country. With over 1,600 stores in all 10 provinces, you may know us as Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, Lawtons Drug Stores or another of our excellent banners but we are all one extended family.
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Our family of 128,000 employees and franchise affiliates share a collective passion for delivering exceptional shopping experiences and amazing food to all our customers. Our mission is to nurture the things that make life better u2013 great experiences, families, communities, and our employees. We are a family nurturing families.
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Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I;) is fuelled by our purpose and values. It shapes our culture and drives business success. As a family nurturing families, we embed DE&I; into everything we do.
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We know that it takes open minds and respect for distinct perspectives to create engaging workplaces, inclusive customer experiences and strong community partnerships. We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process.
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What we offer:
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Our Total Rewards package is designed to help our teammates thriveu2014physically, financially, and emotionally. While offerings vary by role and employment types; eligible teammates may receive:
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Comprehensive Benefits Package with health and dental coverage, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability insurance.
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Access to Virtual Health Care and an Employee and Family Assistance Program for personalized support.
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Retirement and Savings Plan to help you build financial security.
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10% In-Store Discount at participating banners, plus additional discount programs.
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Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving you the opportunity to invest in the company
