Senior Analyst, Finance Jobs

Job Type: Full Time

Function: Finance

Address: 160 Bloor Street East, 11th Floor, Toronto, ON

Working Model: Hybrid

At Sephora Canada, we’re passionate about finding and sharing beauty in the world. Our constant innovation, our ability to see and lead trends, and our focus on providing an outstanding customer experience make us the most-loved beauty community and top of mind for every Canadian. We find beauty in our communities, in our differences, our experiences, and in the spirit of our employees.

About The Role

The Senior Financial Analyst supports the Senior Manager in all financial areas regarding forecasting/budgeting, analytics, and reporting for the Canadian finance team. The Senior Financial Analyst will provide financial reporting, planning, and analysis to support omni-channel operating and functional areas at Sephora. The Senior Financial Analyst excels in establishing effective working relationships with business partners in Canada and the US and is responsible for presenting findings and recommendations to key stakeholders. The Senior Financial Analyst has a strong passion for quantitative analysis, working cross functionally, and establishing new and innovative ways to improve business processes and tools.

What You'll Do

• For assigned P&L areas, own all key financial processes (budget, reforecasts, month-end close) with the objective to build a solid and compelling plan that meets expectations. Ensure ongoing forecasts incorporate trends and relevant information.
• Acquire and maintain thorough understanding of the strategies, business issues, risks and profitability opportunities.
• Manage continuously competing priorities while maintaining composure and the highest degree of professionalism.
• Full ownership of technically complex P&L and financial statement areas, including understanding risks, reforecasting, managing profitability, long-term strategic planning, and providing recommendations for improvement.
• Partner with key stakeholders cross functionally and cross-border, to solve problems, ensure successful financial performance, challenge the status quo, and appropriately communicate risks.
• Support the monthly close process including preparation of variance reports and analysis with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare analysis and reporting for different target audiences that include both financial and non-financial content, including recurring financial results, forecast presentations, and ad-hoc business case including recommendations.
• Develop and implement improvements to business processes and tools.
• Ownership of ad-hoc projects and analysis to support business decision making and mitigate risks.
• Provide ad hoc support and analysis, inclusive of strategic findings and recommendations, to Finance and Operations organizations to drive decision making for the leadership team.

What You'll Bring

• Experience with complex accounting principles and financial statements.
• Strong prioritization skills; proven ability to be successful in a fast-paced and rapidly changing work environment.
• Proactive, highly motived, innovative and analytical person who is not afraid to challenge the status quo.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Business highly preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization including non-finance personnel and the executive level.
• Minimum 3-5 years of related of related FP&A or financial reporting experience; Retail or CPG industry experience preferred.
• Demonstrated success in critical thinking and decision making; understanding when to seek assistance/guidance.
• Advanced expertise Excel and Financial Systems.
• Proven experience in owning the full budget cycle, from establishing of targets/goals, to socialization to business partners, preferably in a Retail environment
• Strong modelling skills and high degree of comfort with financial systems, preferably SAP Business Objects and Anaplan.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE

• Holidays, time off, functional Friday hours and flexibility to support work-life balance.
• And of course, there’s our incredible swag – free product gifts throughout the year and tons of discounts with our brand partners.
• You’ll have access to the global community of luxury group LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy) for endless career opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program services for those times you need extra support.
• Access to our Well-Being@Sephora program to support your mental, financial, physical, and social well-being
• You’ll work alongside the best talent in the industry – people you’ll be proud to work with.
• Benefits you can mix and match, depending on your needs.
• You'll have the opportunity to support causes through our Gift of Giving Program (matched donations through Benevity), donations of funds for volunteer time and offering and much more.
• You’ll be part of a unique culture and family of passionate and inspiring individuals.

Sephora Canada strongly believes in equal opportunity when it comes to employment and advancement. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can belong, grow, and build a beautiful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age, and/or any other diversity dimensions. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (visible or otherwise), other protected characteristics or other reasonable circumstances can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People team.