Business Analyst

Résumé du poste

The Business Analyst supports the Finance function by driving continuous improvement, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration. Key duties include conducting gap analyses, managing project timelines, and delivering analytical reports to support operational decision-making.

Détails du poste

JOB SUMMARY The Business Analyst, Finance will support a broad range of initiatives across the Finance function, with a strong focus on continuous improvement, process optimization, analytics, and cross functional collaboration. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this role partners closely with Finance leadership, Operations and IT to improve financial processes, reporting, controls, and decision making in a complex, high volume retail environment. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES • Support the planning, design, and execution of continuous improvement initiatives across the Finance group; • Conduct gap analyses to identify inefficiencies, risks, and opportunities for process and system improvements; develop and recommend practical solutions; • Partner with cross functional teams (Finance, Operations, IT) to document business requirements, analyze data, establish timelines and priorities, and optimize end to end business processes; • Prepare and deliver analytical reports, dashboards, and ad hoc analyses to support Finance leadership and operational decision making; • Support the planning, coordination, and optimization of internal inventory counts across more than 1,650 stores nationwide; • Prepare quarterly inventory count results and updates to Regional District Managers; • Coordinate the planning, design, and execution of improvements related to environmental and regulatory compliance reporting and audit readiness; • Participate in vendor reviews and evaluations to ensure cost effective and high quality service deliver; • Prepare quarterly updates on Finance initiatives, including clear roadmaps, status reporting, key milestones, risks, and priority action items; • Support Finance Managers with the development, tracking, and continuous improvement of internal KPIs; • Manage project timelines, process documentation, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) coordination with IT and Finance stakeholders; • Support the planning, design, and execution of continuous improvement initiatives across the Finance group; • Conduct gap analyses to identify inefficiencies, risks, and opportunities for process and system improvements; develop and recommend practical solutions; • Partner with cross functional teams (Finance, Operations, IT) to document business requirements, analyze data, establish timelines and priorities, and optimize end to end business processes; • Prepare and deliver analytical reports, dashboards, and ad hoc analyses to support Finance leadership and operational decision making; • Support the planning, coordination, and optimization of internal inventory counts across more than 1,650 stores nationwide; • Prepare quarterly inventory count results and updates to Regional District Managers; • Coordinate the planning, design, and execution of improvements related to environmental and regulatory compliance reporting and audit readiness; • Participate in vendor reviews and evaluations to ensure cost effective and high quality service deliver; • Prepare quarterly updates on Finance initiatives, including clear roadmaps, status reporting, key milestones, risks, and priority action items; • Support Finance Managers with the development, tracking, and continuous improvement of internal KPIs; • Manage project timelines, process documentation, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) coordination with IT and Finance stakeholders; JOB REQUIREMENTS • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field; • 5+ years of relevant experience in a business analyst, finance or analytical role; • Experience in a retail or high transaction volume environment is an asset; Technical Skills/ Competencies • Strong analytical, problem solving, and data interpretation skills; • Experience working with large ERP systems; SAP experience is a strong asset; • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; • Experience with financial reporting tools, AP automation solutions, or process improvement initiatives, is a strong asset; • Strong attention to detail with a structured, analytical mindset; • Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills; • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast paced environment; • Process‑driven approach with a strong focus on continuous improvement; • Ability to translate complex data and processes into clear, actionable insights. • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field; • 5+ years of relevant experience in a business analyst, finance or analytical role; • Experience in a retail or high transaction volume environment is an asset; Technical Skills/ Competencies • Strong analytical, problem solving, and data interpretation skills; • Experience working with large ERP systems; SAP experience is a strong asset; • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; • Experience with financial reporting tools, AP automation solutions, or process improvement initiatives, is a strong asset; • Strong attention to detail with a structured, analytical mindset; • Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills; • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast paced environment; • Process‑driven approach with a strong focus on continuous improvement; • Ability to translate complex data and processes into clear, actionable insights. We thank all interested applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted by our recruitment team.

Ce que vous ferez

The Business Analyst supports the Finance function by driving continuous improvement, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration. Key duties include conducting gap analyses, managing project timelines, and delivering analytical reports to support operational decision-making.

Exigences

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field and at least 5 years of relevant analytical experience. Proficiency in large ERP systems (preferably SAP) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills are required.

Compétences indiquées

• Continuous Improvement · Souhaitée
• SAP · Souhaitée
• Process Optimization · Souhaitée
• ERP systems · Souhaitée
• Résolution de problèmes · Souhaitée
• Financial Reporting · Souhaitée
• Analyse de données · Souhaitée
• Microsoft Excel · Souhaitée
• Gestion des stocks · Souhaitée
• Stakeholder Management · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Continuous Improvement
• Process Optimization
• Gap Analysis
• Business Requirements Documentation
• Data Analysis
• Financial Reporting
• Inventory Management
• KPI Development
• User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
• Stakeholder Management
• SAP
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• ERP Systems
• AP Automation
• Problem Solving

Domaines d’emploi

• Finance & Accounting
• Data & Analytics
• Retail
• Management & Leadership
• Consulting