Financial Analyst

Job Description

CARQUEST Canada is seeking a dynamic, results-driven Financial Analyst for a full time (Hybrid role) at our Bolton Ontario head office. We are currently working 3 days in office and 2 days remote, subject to change in the future. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Analyst is responsible for providing management with accurate, timely reports and analytical support. The successful teammate will work in a fast-paced environment where he/she will support multiple projects while interacting with various disciplines of the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Produce accurate, timely periodic financial, sales and operating reports.
• Partner with and provide detailed quantitative analysis, modeling, and guidance to finance, compensation, marketing, sales, operations and real estate management teams.
• Compensation reporting and accruals – Bonus and commissions.
• Analyze operating results against budget and performance metrics.
• Assist in preparing financial forecasts, annual corporate plan, and other ad-hoc financial requirements.
• Leverage existing tools and data to identify business successes and opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Exceptional MS Office skills with proven ability to create and maintain complex Excel models.
• Excellent communication skills, including ability to constructively articulate viewpoints.
• Proven experience working with large-scale data mining and reporting tools (BI preferred), as well as financial systems (i.e. Oracle).
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Effectively prioritize multiple demands; adjust to change quickly and work constructively under tight deadlines.
• Is a self-starter who works well independently and in a team environment.
• Has strong working knowledge of various areas of profit and loss, and balance sheet.

Work Experience:

• 3+ years related analyst experience, CPG/Distribution background preferred

Education:

• Minimum - University degree in Business (Finance or Accounting)

CARQUEST Canada endeavors to make its recruitment process accessible to all users. Reasonable accommodation will be provided upon request, to applicants with disabilities to facilitate equal opportunity throughout the recruiting and selection process. Please contact CARQUEST Human Resources at 647-532-2187 to make a request for reasonable accommodation during any aspect of the recruiting and selection process. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.

Compensation Range: The range of expected compensation for this role is between 62,800.00 CAD and 80,000.00 CAD salary for a new team member. The rate offered to a successful candidate depends on multiple factors, including geographic location, experience in retail, automotive knowledge, education, leadership roles, and other skillsets ideal for this position and shift differential (if applicable).

Benefits:Advance Auto Parts offers a comprehensive health and wellness benefits program to improve the way of life for our Team Members and those who mean the most to them: their families. Please review some of our benefit highlights!

• Opportunity to work for one of the largest after-market auto parts provider in North America

• Visibility to career growth opportunities across the entire Advance Auto Parts organization

• Unlock earning potential with monthly or annual performance bonuses—eligibility varies by role.

• Access to a robust online training system for personal or leadership development

• A rewarding organizational culture through our team member recognition program

• Group health, dental, disability and life insurance coverage

• Employee discounts

• Financial benefits including group RRSP with employer contribution and discounted stock purchase plans for all permanent team members

Please be advised that this job posting is for an existing vacancy within Advance Auto Parts.