Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.
All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.
Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued - as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.
At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.
Why is this role important?
The External Financial Reporting Group at Loblaw is responsible for the consolidation of the Company's periodic, quarterly and annual financial results and the preparation of the Management's Discussion and Analysis, quarterly and annual financial statements, related notes, and all supporting documentation as well as consolidated analytics. In this role your main focus is to prepare the quarterly and annual financial statements with associated notes. You will have an opportunity to develop a solid understanding of the Company and translate that knowledge into a clear message for external communication. You will play a key role in the External Financial Reporting team and work to support the financial reporting needs of the business.
What You'll Do:
- Assist in the preparation and review of the Annual and Quarterly Financial Statements and notes, including the supporting working papers;
- Liaise with various operating divisions, including the George Weston Limited Finance, Treasury, Pension and Tax groups, as required to ensure timely and consistent financial reporting;
- Liaise with external auditors to ensure the timely completion of the year-end audit and quarterly reviews of the financial statements;
- Assist in the preparation and review of period and quarterly account analysis and periodic adjusting journal entries, and reconciliations;
- Assist with research and documentation of various accounting issues;
- Prepare the budget/forecast for consolidation journal entries;
- Provide recommendations on process improvements, automation, and opportunities to enhance controls;
- Special projects and ad-hoc reporting as required;
- Provide analysis and reporting to senior management; and
- Provide recommendations on process improvements and opportunities to enhance controls.
What You'll Need:
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or working towards CPA designation
- 2-3 years related external reporting work experience; Advanced Excel skills and experience in FCCS, Workiva and SAP would be an asset;
- Strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards and required disclosures; strong knowledge of Ontario Securities Commission requirements and required disclosures;
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization;
- Results oriented - consistently delivers on time and drives for results;
- Enthusiastic team player with demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast paced changing work environment;
- Demonstrated analytical abilities that are quality driven and detail oriented; Strong project management skills with the ability to leverage resources (people, processes, departments, tools) to complete objectives effectively and efficiently;
- Excellent critical thinking skills; Can independently process information and make conclusions without supervision;
- Strong problem solving skills; Demonstrated ability to collaborate with other departments and build strong working relationships.
What's in it for you?
- Unique opportunity to join a progressive and dynamic team with a proven industry leader
- Ongoing opportunities for learning and career development within the Loblaw group of companies
- Dynamic work environment
- A competitive compensation and benefits package
- Employee share ownership program and pension plan
- Continuous learning through development reimbursement, in accordance with company policies
- Business-casual attire / Dress for your day
- Strong culture of diversity and inclusivity
- Commitment to community support and volunteerism
Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars - Environment, Sourcing and Community - and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values - Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence - guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits - these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada's Top Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Canada's Greenest Employers & Canada's Top Employers for Young People.
If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.
We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.