Location:

22 St. Clair Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario, M4T 2S7

The decision to join a company is a big one. We have opportunities for hard working, energetic and reliable people just like you.

Work model: Minimum 3 days in the office per week

George Weston Limited (“GWL”) is a Canadian public company, founded in 1882. GWL’s portfolio of companies includes Loblaw Companies Limited and Shoppers Drug Mart, representing Canada’s largest food and drug retail businesses, and Choice Properties REIT which is Canada’s preeminent diversified real estate investment trust.  Choice Properties REIT owns over 700 high quality commercial and residential properties across Canada, and with over 2,500 stores, Loblaw and Shoppers Drug Mart retail operations reach most Canadians, serving their everyday food, health, and wellness needs.  Through this group of companies, GWL owns and operates several iconic Canadian brands, including Loblaw, Shoppers Drug Mart, President’s Choice, No Name, Life, Joe Fresh, Quo, PC Financial and T&T Supermarket.

Role: 

The Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting is an integral role within the Financial Reporting Department which is responsible for the internal and external financial reporting for GWL.  This includes the periodic consolidation, preparation of published quarterly and annual financial statements and MD&A as well as financial accounting, periodic management reporting, annual budgets, forecasts and three-year plans.

This position provides insightful analysis to senior management and the Board of Directors with regards to the consolidation of the various business units.

Responsibilities:

Prepare consolidation entries and support the Company's periodic consolidation process;Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual shareholder reports, including MD&A and financial statement notes as well as the preparation of working papers and supporting documentation;Prepare legal entity and other financial statements, as required;Assist in the annual GWL consolidated budget and three year plan process;Prepare various quarterly consolidated reports to senior management and Board of Directors;Prepare analysis of periodic results to senior management providing insightful commentary and variance analysis of results;Review periodic and quarterly divisional submissions, including continuity and other supplemental schedules;Prepare system-generated reports and use other analytical tools to aid in internal and external reporting requirements; andAd-hoc projects as required.

Qualifications: 

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is requiredStrong proficiency in Excel and PowerPointSelf-starter who works well in a team as well as with minimal supervisionExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and writtenQuality driven and detail orientedKnowledge of financial accounting processes, policies, controls and systemsStrong business acumen, with an ability to focus on continuous improvementGood problem solving, analytical and conceptual skills; can see the "big picture" in a complex environmentExposure to public company reporting environment would be an assetProficiency in D365, SAP, Hyperion Financial Management and Smartview would be an asset, but not required

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Unique opportunity to join a progressive and dynamic team with a proven industry leaderOngoing opportunities for learning and career development within the Weston companiesAbility to make an immediate impact on business leaders through projects and risk discussionsDynamic work environment (every week is different!)A competitive compensation and benefits packageSummer hoursBusiness-casual attire / Dress for your dayStrong culture of diversity and inclusivityCommitment to community support and volunteerismRecognition and social events

George Weston Limited recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and colleagues with disabilities.

In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing.  Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

Number of Openings

1

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