Job Description

Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.

All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued \xe2\x80\x93 as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country\'s largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well\xc2\xae.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare & review financial reports for franchise stores
• Prepare financial statement for franchise owners after wind-up process
• Review Financial Statements for banner segment (including Franchisee & Franchisor) Active involvement with period end close activities including JE preparations, reconciliations & in-depth analysis.
• Take a lead role in ensuring that department objectives and initiatives are completed.
• Preparing and reviewing reconciliations and providing recommendations
• Preparing and reviewing journal entries and providing recommendations
• Process all accounting transactions for store opening, closure, and wind-up
• Continuously monitor, recommend, and implement process improvement initiatives to increases effectiveness and productivity of department
• Convert and maintain journal entries during the SAP transition
• Training Franchise stores
• Written and verbal communication with the franchise stores
• Dealing with external accountants, government audits and surveys

The candidates must possess the following skills:

• A minimum of 6 years of previous applicable industry experience, or a combination of education and experience
• Currently enrolled in an accounting designation program would be considered an asset
• Strong English and communication both oral and written
• Ability to converse comfortably with business partners
• Intermediate experience with spreadsheet applications, word documents and email (office suite)
• Ability to implement required process improvement or transitioning new work.
• Professional attitude (business attire, communication with colleagues, positive attitude) professional demeanor

• Strong organizational and time management skills with keen attention to detail and commitment to excellence
• Demonstrated ability to work independently or part of a team
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to meet required deadlines/targets
• Be flexible and able to adapt to change in a positive manner

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• Pr\xc3\xa9parer et examiner les rapports financiers des magasins franchis\xc3\xa9s.
• Pr\xc3\xa9parer les \xc3\xa9tats financiers pour les propri\xc3\xa9taires franchis\xc3\xa9s apr\xc3\xa8s le processus de r\xc3\xa9troaction.
• Examiner les \xc3\xa9tats financiers pour le segment des banni\xc3\xa8res (y compris les magasins franchis\xc3\xa9s et les franchiseurs) Participer de fa\xc3\xa7on active aux activit\xc3\xa9s de cl\xc3\xb4ture de fin de p\xc3\xa9riode, y compris les pr\xc3\xa9parations, les conciliations et les analyses en profondeur des \xc3\xa9critures de journal.
• Jouer un r\xc3\xb4le de responsable en veillant \xc3\xa0 ce que les objectifs et les initiatives du d\xc3\xa9partement soient atteints.
• Pr\xc3\xa9parer et examiner les conciliations et fournir des recommandations.
• Pr\xc3\xa9parer et examiner les \xc3\xa9critures de journal et fournir des recommandations.
• Traiter toutes les transactions comptables li\xc3\xa9es \xc3\xa0 l\xe2\x80\x99ouverture, \xc3\xa0 la fermeture et \xc3\xa0 la r\xc3\xa9troaction.
• Surveiller, recommander et mettre en \xc5\x93uvre continuellement des initiatives d\xe2\x80\x99am\xc3\xa9lioration aux processus afin d\xe2\x80\x99accro\xc3\xaetre l\xe2\x80\x99efficacit\xc3\xa9 et la productivit\xc3\xa9 du d\xc3\xa9partement.
• Convertir et tenir \xc3\xa0 jour les \xc3\xa9critures de journal durant la transition SAP.
• Fournir de la formation aux magasins franchis\xc3\xa9s.
• Communication \xc3\xa9crite et verbale avec les magasins franchis\xc3\xa9s.
• Se charger des comptables externes, des v\xc3\xa9rifications gouvernementales et des sondages.

Les candidats doivent poss\xc3\xa9der les comp\xc3\xa9tences suivantes :

• Au moins 6 ans d\xe2\x80\x99exp\xc3\xa9rience ant\xc3\xa9rieure pertinente dans l\xe2\x80\x99industrie, ou \xc3\xa9ventuellement une combinaison d\xe2\x80\x99\xc3\xa9tudes et d\xe2\x80\x99exp\xc3\xa9rience;
• Actuellement inscrit(e) \xc3\xa0 un programme de titres comptables, un atout.
• Excellentes aptitudes en communication orale et \xc3\xa9crite en fran\xc3\xa7ais et en anglais.
• Capacit\xc3\xa9 \xc3\xa0 converser ais\xc3\xa9ment avec les partenaires d\xe2\x80\x99affaires.
• Exp\xc3\xa9rience interm\xc3\xa9diaire des applications de tableur, des documents Word et de courriel (suite Office).
• Capacit\xc3\xa9 \xc3\xa0 mettre en \xc5\x93uvre l\xe2\x80\x99am\xc3\xa9lioration requise des processus ou \xc3\xa0 transf\xc3\xa9rer de nouveaux travaux.
• Attitude professionnelle (tenue d\xe2\x80\x99affaires, communication avec les coll\xc3\xa8gues, attitude positive)

• Solides comp\xc3\xa9tences en organisation et en gestion du temps, souci du d\xc3\xa9tail et engagement envers l\xe2\x80\x99excellence.
• Capacit\xc3\xa9 d\xc3\xa9montr\xc3\xa9e \xc3\xa0 travailler seul(e) ou en \xc3\xa9quipe.
• Solides comp\xc3\xa9tences analytiques et en r\xc3\xa9solution de probl\xc3\xa8mes.
• Capacit\xc3\xa9 \xc3\xa0 respecter les \xc3\xa9ch\xc3\xa9ances et les objectifs requis.
• Souplesse et capacit\xc3\xa9 \xc3\xa0 s\xe2\x80\x99adapter au changement de mani\xc3\xa8re positive

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars \xe2\x80\x93 Environment, Sourcing and Community \xe2\x80\x93 and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values \xe2\x80\x93 Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence \xe2\x80\x93 guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits \xe2\x80\x93 these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Top Employers, Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Best Diversity Employers, Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Greenest Employers & Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

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