Finance Analyst - Langley, Canada - Pattison Food Group

Pattison Food Group

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Langley, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Come join Pattison Food Group Ltd., a Jim Pattison business, and Canada's largest Western-based provider of food and health products.

Pattison Food Group Ltd. is Save-On-Foods and other well-known grocery banners. With nearly 300 retail locations, we proudly employ more than 30,000 team members.

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Finance Analyst to join our Finance team in Langley, BC.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will have a strong background in accounting and analysis, with good attention to detail and keen interest in understanding complex processes and data.

They will also contribute positively to a collaborative working environment with a focus on continuous improvement using an inquisitive and forward-thinking mindset.

You will be responsible for:

Coordinating large Excel based datasets to analyze and identify trends, patterns, and metrics.
Ensuring financial statements are complete and accurate. Preparing journal entries as required and resolving any related issues.
Researching and commenting on financial statement variances (period, quarter, and/or annual basis). Identifying abnormalities or trends that may exist.
Assisting operations and merchandising departments with identification and resolution of business issues, measurement of performance and preparation of budgets.
Preparing balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.
Documenting and evaluating the effectiveness of business processes and controls.
Assessing opportunities for business or system process improvements/efficiencies.
Assisting with special projects and ad hoc analysis as required.

You have:

At minimum, attained a senior level towards completion of CPA designation, or newly qualified CPA/CGA/CMA years financial accounting or auditing experience, ideally within a retail environment.
Advanced level knowledge of Microsoft Excel (ability to utilize short cuts and formulas for efficient process of and finding connections in large datasets.)
Experience with Power BI considered an asset.
Database knowledge and query development considered an asset.
Previous full cycle accounting experience considered an asset.

You are:

Able to review financial information with a curious mind to troubleshoot and prepare meaningful analysis.
Able to work in a fastpaced environment.
An engaging contributor who enjoys working in a collaborative, teambased environment.
Organized with strong ability to selfmanage responsibilities.
Interested in and able to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

What we offer:

In addition to a highly competitive salary, we offer a great range of benefits, a company pension plan, free parking, exclusive team member offers, and opportunities for development and career progression.

This position is based at the Pattison Food Group office in Langley, B.C.

While we're currently operating with a hybrid work-from-home and in-office schedule, we look forward to the day when we are all able to work together in the office again.

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