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