Overview:

Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, public company of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975.

Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long-standing success as a leading retailer in North America.

Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a strategically minded, highly motivated Inventory Control Analyst who will be able to provide reliable and timely information and analysis to business leaders to guide them in the decision-making process. This position focuses on financial accounting, inventory valuation, and cost of goods sold (COGS) within the retail industry.

Main Responsibilities:

• Work cross-functionally with the Accounting, Purchasing, Warehouse, and Asset Protection teams to analyze and interpret inventory results and drive profitability;
• Prepare and record month-end close journal entries related to cost of sales;
• Ensure accurate costing related to inventory valuation, including accounting for freight, duties, and other landed costs;
• Prepare and distribute monthly cost and inventory reports, including margin analysis and COGS;
• Investigate and explain variances between standard, actual, and forecasted costs;
• Continuously monitor results, provide insights into variances, and challenge business partners;
• Participate in process improvement to increase quality and reliability and reduce report preparation time;
• Prepare and present insights based on analysis, key metrics trends, and quantified risks and opportunities;
• Develop a deep understanding of major performance drivers and KPIs to support the business with regular reporting;
• Complete other ad hoc duties and analyses as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance, with a relevant professional designation (CPA, CFA) being a plus;
• 3–5 years of experience in a similar role;
• Strong knowledge of business fundamentals and financial acumen;
• Ability to think strategically and strong skills to drive business initiatives end-to-end and deliver insights;
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth, evolving environment;
• Strong organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to prioritize work in a demanding environment;
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in interpreting the company’s policies and objectives;
• Expert-level proficiency in MS Excel is mandatory for data modelling and analysis.
• Bilingualism (French and English) is required for daily communication with suppliers, employees, and stakeholders, both within and outside of Quebec.

To be a great fit, you must...

• Be able to make tough decisions;
• Thrive in the face of change with a strong sense of urgency;
• Challenge the status quo by contributing impactful ideas and solutions;
• Build partnerships and prioritize collaboration;
• Present information in an effective and concise manner;
• Be proactive and exceed expected results.

At GDI, you will be part of a growing organization that understands the importance of investing in people and offers you:

• A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance-driven bonuses;
• A group retirement savings program with employer matching;
• Flexible group insurance with personalized coverage that meets your needs;
• An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite;
• Exclusive private sample sales;
• A flexible vacation policy;
• And more!

GDI has been repeatedly voted one of Montréal’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Our promise…
No day will be like the last—we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity.

Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview.

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