Senior Manager Planning & Analysis, LTA Finance

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country’s largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

Reports to:
Director, LTA Finance

Loblaw Companies Limited is currently seeking a Sr Manager, LTA Finance, to support the Loblaw Technology & Analytics (LTA) team within the corporate head office.

The ideal candidate will have strong financial & business acumen, with solid financial & reporting experience. This position requires an advanced level of initiative and judgment to organize and prioritize tasks, workload and projects. The successful candidate should be able to lead a team of finance professionals in a dynamic and fast paced environment.

We are looking for a candidate that is a self-starter, highly energized, and has excellent communication and presentation skills. The right candidate will bring a strong mix of experience with financial planning and reporting within operations.

The incumbent will also be required to establish strong working relationships with LTA management to provide all financial & decision support.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Must be a strategic thinker, have a good professional presence and have strong planning, reporting, financial and organizational skills.
• Mentor and guide a team of finance professionals with oversight of both operating expenses and capital investment.
• Support the overall LTA finance model creating a strong partnership with Key stakeholders across the LTA organizations.
• Lead the full budgeting process from designing templates, consolidations and building financial models.
• Lead the AI and reporting automation roadmap to streamline processes and enhance reporting efficiency.
• Expand relationships with teams in the business including collaborating with and influencing senior management. Effectively communicate ideas and actions with confidence & clarity
• Champion and lead continuous improvement in the financial process for LTA finance as well as the broader enterprise through leadership, collaboration, and a dedication to execution.
• Contribute to the preparation of senior management presentations by providing standard and ad-hoc analysis and reporting.
• Manage competing priorities within a very fast-paced finance environment.
• Support the improvement of financial processes and controls including period-end reporting, high level variance analysis, forecasting and project management.
• Good business acumen with ability to review business models and contracts and thereafter make sound recommendations.
• Build relationships with IT management and provide financial reporting and analysis support.
• Provide decision support analysis to identify issues, opportunities, and emerging trends for our business partners.
• Assist with training of internal business partners.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• University or College degree in Accounting/Finance. A CPA designation would be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5-8 years’ business experience within a Finance and/or Retail environment
• Excellent computer skills, specifically with Excel, Power Bi and Power Point
• Knowledge/experience with SAP & Project accounting experience beneficial (SAP Project Systems (PS) would be an advantage).
• Superior analytical skills with the ability to provide…