Job Description

Company Overview

The Peak Group of Companies is a recognized leader in the home improvement industry, supplying innovative products across Canada and the U.S. Peak is a highly valued, strategic partner of Home Depot. Our unique business platform perfectly aligns with Home Depot's do-it-yourself and professional customer, and our best-in-class products are offered throughout Home Depot's massive retail network.

We are proud to be the 2023 and 2024 HRD Best Place to Work Award recipient. Our greatest strength is our people, a team of remarkably talented, supportive and passionate people. We are a place where innovation is encouraged, talent and teamwork are celebrated, and results and success are rewarded.

Job Summary

As we grow, we're looking for a

Financial Analyst

to join our Calgary-based team. Reporting to the Director, Financial Planning & Analysis, you'll provide efficient reporting and insightful data-driven analytics, helping drive accurate financial reporting, timely product cost analysis and smarter decision-making.

This is a

hybrid

position--work onsite Monday to Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely on Fridays.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure accurate inventory data in the Accounting and ERP systems, aligned with physical inventory levels. Conduct regular inventory balance reconciliation. Supporting the business with inventory-related decision support Assist in monthly and year-end inventory valuation for financial reporting. Develop comprehensive understanding of product costing process including manufacturing costing models, supplier pricing models, impact of cost factors to the actual recording of product cost in the ERP system. Collaborate cross-functionally to understand and validate costing inputs and support margin accuracy. Gather and validate supplier pricing models and identify pricing discrepancies. Reconcile purchase order pricing versus the supplier pricing model given relevant cost factors. Monitor and forecast inventory costs based on market/economic trends on cost factors. Identify opportunities / risks related to trend changes in cost factors and their impact on product gross margins. Prepare historical and prospective gross margin reports by the product, product line, and business units. Analyze and monitor product and distribution cost inputs fluctuations, including raw materials, packaging, labor, freight, and manufacturing overhead. Support development and maintenance of selling prices for multiple product lines and SKU's Design and deliver ad hoc and scheduled reporting to support business initiatives. Assist with presentations to senior leadership and support special projects as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Supply Chain or equivalent field 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, decision support, with a focus on inventory management for reporting and cost analysis, preferably in a North American consumer goods manufacturing or big-box retailer. Strong technical skills in ERP systems, data analytics/reporting tools, financial modeling and forecasting. Recognized as an initiative-taker with diligence and an expert at managing significant amounts of data efficiently. Sought out for your ability to deep-dive into financial details, synthesize data into findings, and present and communicate recommendations in a clear and straightforward manner. Valued as a collaborative partner who builds strong working relationships across diverse teams. Respected for taking ownership of the deliverables and driving continuous process improvement by engaging and consulting with our partners. Skillful at managing multiple deliverables to meet deadlines and goals in a challenging environment.
Peak is an equal opportunity employer. We respect the dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace and value the importance of diversity, fairness, and trust. We offer a dynamic work environment and a competitive compensation package. Our goal is to attract, develop, and engage employees with exceptional ability and diverse backgrounds.

We look forward to receiving your application. Thanks for your interest. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision care
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

How many years of experience do you have working in the consumer goods manufacturing industry or big-box retail environment? Which ERP systems are you proficient in? Which data analytics/reporting tools are you proficient in (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau, etc.)? Do you have experience preparing and presenting financial reports to senior leadership or stakeholders? Describe your experience in cost accounting.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rocky View, AB