Senior Financial Analyst

About Us

Are you ready to move distribution forward?

Solutions 2 GO is a premier global distributor of video game products. With operations reaching 19 countries in North, Central and South America, and partnerships that further extend to Europe, Africa, Australia and Asia, Solutions 2 GO represents all publishers in the Canadian market, offers coast-to-coast distribution in the USA and is the exclusive distribution partner for Sony PlayStation in Latin America. Our leadership, processes and partnerships have earned us a reputation as the premier provider of flexible, dynamic distribution solutions for publishers, manufacturers and retailers around the world.

We are a remarkable team that delivers remarkable results. Our people help move Solutions 2 GO forward every day, through a shared commitment across every facet of our business. At Solutions 2 GO, we are moving distribution forward. If you are an achiever who is relentless in ensuring that we achieve business results and create a great company culture while doing it, then we're looking for you!

Scope :

Responsible for leading the Financial Planning for a global company in the achievement of corporate profitability by compiling and reporting on budget and forecast information, generating monthly management reports and creating / maintaining various daily dashboards. This role will also work closely with the Controller to ensure that the integrity of financial information is maintained at all times.

Duties & Responsibilities :

• Manage the annual operating budget process for the region including development of budget template, management of submission, comparison to strategic business plans, presentation to leaders
• Discuss proposed budget targets / guidelines with management and communicate to all departments
• Co-ordinate data gathering from various internal departments and other companies in the group for budget / forecast creation
• Provide timely, relevant reporting and analyses of departmental performance against historical, budgeted and forecasted results to facilitate decision making
• Prepare budget review presentations and management reporting packages for each forecast
• Responsible for monthly and quarterly reporting packages for both internal and external stakeholders
• Provide support to various departments on budget and forecast questions, key point of contact for budget related queries
• Responsible for margin analysis and financial analysis of various product lines
• Initiate and support accounting and other process improvement changes
• Support the implementation / upgrade of relevant systems
• Support on cash flow, balance sheets and profit loss statements

Skills & Qualifications :

• University degree or diploma in accounting or business, and / or equivalent experience of 3+ years in a finance department
• Advanced PC Skills : Must have advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP system required. AX / Microsoft Great Plains / Navision preferred.
• Experience in Financial Planning and Analysis is an asset
• Expertise and efficiency working with SQL queries and excel integration.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Power BI
• Excellent communication with internal and external customers, good written and oral skills; ability to effectively communicate findings with stakeholders and enhance their understanding of the financial impact on the business
• Ability to adapt, learn quickly and take initiative
• Excellent organizational skills and leadership skills
• Attention to detail is essential with focus on high quality of deliverables
• Problem solving and analytical skills required
• Exceptional skills in effectively managing multiple tasks in a changing environment and within rigid time constraints
• Work independently in a fast-paced, results oriented

The successful candidate will receive a conditional offer, contingent upon the successful completion of a background check conducted by our contracted third-party vendor. The specific clearance requirements vary by position and may include one or more of the following : criminal background check, credit check, employment verification, education verification, and driver's abstract review. If you have any questions along the way, please do not hesitate to ask.

Solutions 2 GO Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

For more information on Solutions 2 GO Inc., please visit our website at : www.solutions2go.ca