Financial Analyst

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare monthly financial reports for performance to budget, prior year and assist with preparation of commentary for monthly business unit meetings
• Assist in the development and execution of the annual plan, including preparation of various supporting financial analysis, reports, and presentations
• Work with Managers and various corporate support functions in the development of ad hoc financial analysis of customer, product, or service-related issues and opportunities for the business
• Utilize various reporting tools such as Power BI and Tableau to streamline and improve reporting.
• Partner with leadership team to provide thought leadership to understand levers of profitability and provide recommendations for sales, margin and OPEX improvement
• Build relationships with US Finance to communicate Canadian business performance and understand best in class reporting and analytics
• Business partner and build relationships and increase financial acumen with leaders
• Assist in the development and reporting of contingency plans designed to meet various corporate financial targets.
• Assist in the development of Capital Appropriation Requests, including the development of financial forecasts and discounted cash flow analyses, as well as working with project sponsor/project manager in the development of the business case documentation.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of a university degree, preferably in Business Administration or Commerce
• 2-3 years' experience in a FP&A role supporting Operations teams
• Strong well-rounded business acumen; ability to understand the broader context of assignments and present a balanced approach when advising the business;
• Excellent Microsoft Office Skills with a strong emphasis on Excel
• Demonstrated skills and initiative in process improvement
• Strong customer service focus; ability to effectively consult to functional and business units and enhance their level of knowledge;
• Proven organizational and time management skills
• Prior experience and ability to effectively present information via written and verbal presentation, to all levels of management
• Accounting designation would be an asset

Grainger strives to be an employer of choice, to attract and retain top diverse talent, and to provide a safe and positive work environment for all of its team members. As part of Grainger hiring process, pre-employment background checks will be required for all external candidates. Internal candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment background check when they move from a non-driving role to a driving role and/or a director role and above position.

In accordance with Performance Excellence guidelines, team members are encouraged to apply for positions closely matching their experience/background and that are aligned with their Individual Development Plan. Grainger Inc. is committed to the principles and practices of employment equity. We invite all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Aboriginal Peoples to apply for our career opportunities. Accommodations are available on request for all persons with disabilities taking part in the selection process.