Financial Analyst – Financial Planning & Analysis

Company Description

We’re RCL - Reitmans Canada Limited. We’ve been part of the fabric of Canada’s fashion landscape since 1926, and today, we’re elevating our iconic brands – Reitmans, RW&CO, and PENN. Penningtons – more than ever before.

Our vision is to empower Canadians to live confidently, and our mission is to create collections of uncompromising style and quality for all. 

With close to 400 stores nationwide and collections designed right here at home, in Canada, we offer an exceptional customer experience. What drives us? A clear vision, unwavering commitment to our customers, and the passion of our thousands of employees across the country.

Job Description

Position Overview

Reporting to the Director, FP&A, the Financial Analyst – Financial Planning & Analysis will support financial planning, reporting, and analysis across the organization. This role provides the opportunity to build strong FP&A experience while developing an understanding of key areas of the business, including projects, advertising, freight, and store operating costs.

Working closely with the FP&A team and business partners, the Analyst will support budgeting and forecasting, analyze financial results, help track spending, and prepare reporting and insights that support business decisions.

This is a great opportunity for an analytical and detail-oriented finance professional with under 2 years of experience who is looking to grow their FP&A skills in a collaborative and transforming retail environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts for operating expenses, including projects, advertising, freight, and store costs
• Analyze actual results against budgets and forecasts and help identify and explain key variances
• Prepare regular financial reports, analyses, and summaries to support the FP&A team and business partners
• Assist with the preparation of business cases and follow-up analysis to compare results against initial assumptions
• Help maintain and improve financial models, reports, and planning tools
• Identify opportunities to simplify reporting, improve processes, and strengthen the quality of financial information
• Build relationships with business partners and develop an understanding of the financial drivers of the business

Qualifications

What Sets You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• 6 months – 2 years of experience in finance, FP&A, accounting, or a related analytical role
• Interest in developing your career in financial planning and analysis
• Knowledge of Excel, including financial analysis and reporting
• Comfortable working with financial data from multiple sources and ensuring accuracy
• Curious and eager to learn, with an interest in understanding the business behind the numbers
• Bilingual in French and English, with the ability to collaborate with partners and stakeholders across Canada

Additional Information

What Sets Us Apart:

• Ultimate Flexibility*: Enjoy a hybrid work environment that ensures the perfect balance between work and personal life.
• Well-Being First: Access a comprehensive benefits program designed to take care of you.
• Flexible Time Off*: Paid leave, sick days, and vacation time to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.
• Exclusive Discounts*: Enjoy 50% off regular-priced items from PENN. Penningtons, Reitmans, and RW&CO.
• Referral Rewards*: Refer your professional network and earn a bonus for helping us grow our talented team
• Growth opportunities*: Annual bonuses, career advancement, and tuition reimbursement to help you reach your professional goals.

*Certain conditions apply

Total rewards are aligned with your employment status, offering different perks depending on whether you're full-time, part-time, or under contract.

Reitmans (Canada) Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace where everyone belongs. If you are contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise us of any accommodation required throughout the recruitment process. All information provided will be kept confidential and used solely to support an accessible candidate's experience.

The use of Artificial Intelligence may be used for candidate screening purposes.

We thank all applicants. Only selected candidates will be contacted.