Senior Manager, External Financial Reporting

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 - 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®.

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.

What You'll Do:

• Preparation and review of the Annual and Quarterly Financial Statements and related notes in accordance with IFRS, including the supporting working papers;
• Review period and quarterly account analysis and periodic adjusting journal entries, and reconciliations;
• Monitor and interpret new accounting standards, drafting new accounting policies as required;
• Liaise with internal operating divisions and external departments, including George Weston Limited’s Finance, Treasury, and Tax groups, to ensure timely and consistent financial reporting;
• Liaise with external auditors to ensure the timely completion of the year-end audit and quarterly reviews of the financial statements;
• Mentor and coach team members in achieving their goals and IDPs;
• Assist with ad-hoc and cross-functional projects and initiatives as required.

What You'll Bring:

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation;
• 5-7 years related external reporting work experience;
• Advanced Excel skills and experience in FCCS and SAP would be an asset;
• Strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards and required disclosures; strong knowledge of Ontario Securities Commission requirements and required disclosures;
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization;
• Results oriented - consistently delivers on time and drives for results; Enthusiastic team player with demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced changing work environment;
• Strong problem-solving skills; Demonstrated ability to collaborate with other departments and build strong working relationships.

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 - Environment, Sourcing and Community - and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values - Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence - 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 - these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s 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.