Financial Analyst, FP&A (Hybrid – Boucherville)

Job summary

The Financial Analyst provides financial support to the retail store sector by acting as a financial advisor to district managers and VPs. Key duties include preparing monthly financial analyses, store budgets, quarterly forecasts, and optimizing store productivity.

Job details

Our Hybrid Workplace Policy establishes that associates need to have a reliable transportation to and from our corporate head office located in Boucherville (Quebec), to come to the office on a regular basis. We require all our head office associates to be proficient in French, spoken and written. 3 days office / 2 days remote At RONA, our employees let their passion blossom every day. Our teams are driven by the desire to help people bring their projects to life and are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve. We operate or service corporate and affiliated dealer stores. With a distinctive product and service offering and complementary store formats ranging from neighbourhood hardware stores to big box stores, our RONA+, RONA and Dick’s Lumber banners are well equipped to help meet the needs of all DIYers and contractors. You’ve got the talent? We’ve got the tools! Here, your work and ideas will contribute to building a flourishing organization. Your voice will always be heard and valued. You’ll find career opportunities that live up to your ambitions and be able to further develop your unique set of skills. So, if you’re looking to do what you love, we could be a perfect match. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Financial Analyst offers a financial support to the retail store sector for all the Rona inc banners. The analyst will work directly with the regional vice-presidents, market directors and store managers of RONA Inc. to provide support for their store analysis and budget. RESPONSABILITIES : Act as a financial advisor for the store management teams, mainly District Manager and VP Operations team. Be aware of their projects, challenges and performance to meet their needs; Prepare monthly financial analysis of the stores, answer the questions of the store managers; Support the central finance team in preparing variance analysis, performance analysis and other; Participate in various special projects and financial analysis requests in order to optimize corporate stores productivity and performance; Prepare store budgets as well as quarterly forecasts; Improve the various Excel tools to increase productivity; Support the Financial manager, Store operations; REQUIREMENTS : University degree in accounting or finance concentration. Hold or in the process of obtaining a recognized professional designation (CPA) would be an asset; Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar position; Experience in Retail business an asset; Hability to understand and interpret various themes and problematics; Autonomous, motivated, focused on delivering work of high quality; Hability to analyze, synthesize and present to executive management; Strong skills for interpersonal relations, teamwork and collaboration with multiple stakeholders; Ability to prioritize requests and work under pressure, in a fast growing and changing environment; Knowledge of Office (Advanced Excel and Powerpoint); Bilingualism (French and English), oral and written; Frequent communications with internal/external partners and/or clients/employees outside of Québec Enjoy working in constantly changing environments. By joining the RONA family, you’ll enjoy many benefits, such as: A childcare center that can accommodate up to 78 children A cafeteria with a delicious menu prepared by a dedicated chef, healthy options, as well as FARO Roasting Houses and Tim Hortons coffee stations Electric car charging stations A fitness centre, sports activities, and showers Exclusive employee discounts, plus a 10% discount on store merchandise (at all RONA locations) Benefits: retirement savings plan, annual bonuses, student incentive program, etc. Access to the GreenShield+ telemedicine platform, including virtual consultations with healthcare professionals and pharmacy services Career growth opportunities within the company An inclusive and safe working environment Promotion of work-life balance An employer that’s involved in the community And much more! If selected for an interview, please advise our Human Resources team if you require accommodation during the interview and assessment process and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. RONA is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, nationality, age, disability, or any other protected status.

What you’ll do

The Financial Analyst provides financial support to the retail store sector by acting as a financial advisor to district managers and VPs. Key duties include preparing monthly financial analyses, store budgets, quarterly forecasts, and optimizing store productivity.

Requirements

Candidates must have a university degree in accounting or finance and at least 3 years of experience in a similar role. Proficiency in both French and English is required, and a CPA designation is considered an asset.

Benefits

• Childcare center • Cafeteria • Electric car charging stations • Fitness centre • Employee discounts • Retirement savings plan • Annual bonuses • Student incentive program • Telemedicine platform • Career growth opportunities • Work-life balance

Listed skills

• Budgeting · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Forecasting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Financial Analysis
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Variance Analysis
• Advanced Excel
• PowerPoint
• Bilingualism (French and English)
• Interpersonal Relations
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Retail Finance
• Financial Reporting
• Synthesis and Presentation

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Retail
• Management & Leadership