Top Benefits
About the role
Some of what you will do:
As a Financial Analyst, FP&A you will provide analytical support to the Sales and Margin team, assisting in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. You will play a key role in tracking financial performance, preparing variance analyses, and identifying trends and opportunities to enhance business performance. Working closely with other finance and cross-functional teams, you will develop a strong foundation in financial analysis while contributing to strategic decision-making.
Specifically, You Will:
- Assist in monthly financial close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
- Prepare and analyze management reports and variance analysis, comparing actual results to forecasts.
- Support financial modeling efforts and perform quantitative analysis to evaluate past performance and emerging trends.
- Assist with forecasting and budgeting, helping to refine projections and improve accuracy.
- Prepare presentations and reports to communicate findings to management.
- Work with the Sales and Margin team to identify risks, opportunities, and performance drivers to enhance financial decision-making.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and support ad hoc analysis requests. Contribute to process improvements by helping refine financial systems and reporting tools.
Some of what you need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Interest in pursuing a CPA designation is an asset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; experience in financial modeling is preferred.
- Working knowledge of P&L statements, balance sheets, and financial reporting.
- Working knowledge of financial systems such as Oracle, Power BI, or AS400 is an asset.
- Eagerness to learn and develop in a financial analysis role.
- 1-3 years of experience in financial analysis, reporting, or accounting; internships or co-op experience considered. Experience in retail or multi-location business environments is beneficial.
Some of what you will get:
- Associate discount
- Health and Dental benefits
- RRSP/DPSP
- Performance bonuses
- Learning & Development programs And more…
#MakeAnImpact
#LI-Hybrid
Staples Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities.
About Staples Canada
We are the Working and Learning Company. We are building a community of exploration and discovery, a place where we can all work, learn and grow together. We are here to be a trusted ally, a resource and a sounding board, motivated to support our customers with expert knowledge, unique products and innovative services, made for the changing needs of today’s entrepreneurs, teachers, parents and students.
Founded in 1991, Staples Canada, The Working and Learning Company, is a privately-held company based in Richmond Hill, Ontario, with a network of over 300 stores across Canada. To learn more, visit www.staples.ca or follow @StaplesCanada on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Top Benefits
About the role
Some of what you will do:
As a Financial Analyst, FP&A you will provide analytical support to the Sales and Margin team, assisting in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. You will play a key role in tracking financial performance, preparing variance analyses, and identifying trends and opportunities to enhance business performance. Working closely with other finance and cross-functional teams, you will develop a strong foundation in financial analysis while contributing to strategic decision-making.
Specifically, You Will:
- Assist in monthly financial close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
- Prepare and analyze management reports and variance analysis, comparing actual results to forecasts.
- Support financial modeling efforts and perform quantitative analysis to evaluate past performance and emerging trends.
- Assist with forecasting and budgeting, helping to refine projections and improve accuracy.
- Prepare presentations and reports to communicate findings to management.
- Work with the Sales and Margin team to identify risks, opportunities, and performance drivers to enhance financial decision-making.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and support ad hoc analysis requests. Contribute to process improvements by helping refine financial systems and reporting tools.
Some of what you need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Interest in pursuing a CPA designation is an asset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; experience in financial modeling is preferred.
- Working knowledge of P&L statements, balance sheets, and financial reporting.
- Working knowledge of financial systems such as Oracle, Power BI, or AS400 is an asset.
- Eagerness to learn and develop in a financial analysis role.
- 1-3 years of experience in financial analysis, reporting, or accounting; internships or co-op experience considered. Experience in retail or multi-location business environments is beneficial.
Some of what you will get:
- Associate discount
- Health and Dental benefits
- RRSP/DPSP
- Performance bonuses
- Learning & Development programs And more…
#MakeAnImpact
#LI-Hybrid
Staples Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities.
About Staples Canada
We are the Working and Learning Company. We are building a community of exploration and discovery, a place where we can all work, learn and grow together. We are here to be a trusted ally, a resource and a sounding board, motivated to support our customers with expert knowledge, unique products and innovative services, made for the changing needs of today’s entrepreneurs, teachers, parents and students.
Founded in 1991, Staples Canada, The Working and Learning Company, is a privately-held company based in Richmond Hill, Ontario, with a network of over 300 stores across Canada. To learn more, visit www.staples.ca or follow @StaplesCanada on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.