Inventory Accounting Analyst

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Job Description:

Who We Are:

We are a Canadian owned and operated retailer (and proud of it!), with a strong commitment to the community, and over 60 years of success. If you are looking for a challenging and dynamic career, Giant Tiger may be right for you. We believe in opportunities for growth & development, teamwork, and engagement.

About The Role:  This is a fixed-term contract with the expected end date of August 1st 2025.

To support the Group Manager, by playing a critical role by analyzing and reporting accounting data related to inventory and margin in Giant Tiger Stores and Warehouses.

Workplace Arrangements:

This role will follow a hybrid remote/onsite schedule. Applicants for this role can expect to work on-site from our Ottawa Head Office, on Walkley Road 2-5 times a month for an 8-5 schedule.

What Giant Tiger Brings;

• Work Your Way! Hybrid work arrangement;
• Store Discount
• LinkedIn Learning Subscription;
• Onsite Perks: Free parking; Public Transit accessible; 24/7 access to onsite gym; full-service cafeteria

What You’ll be Doing:

• Produce and analyze on a yearly basis inventory reports and coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure the proper action plans are in place to clear slow/aging inventory.
• Supporting, providing feedback and validating Quality Assurance test cases on behalf of the IS Team on new system or system enhancements impacting Inventory to ensure end results align with business expectations.
• Perform root cause analysis on inventory reports (i.e. Stock Ledger, General Ledger, Shrink and Damages)
• Prepare and distribute GTW Margin Performance Metric reports for Grocery, Hardgoods, and Softgoods along with commentary on Financial results and other Accounting entries impacting GTW margins.
• Investigate and correct erroneous inventory adjustment causing material impact to Stores & Distribution Centers P&L, POS Margins and advising on best business practices.
• Produce and distribute various month end financial reports for internal stakeholders (i.e. General Ledger Team, Operation's Team and Store Team). 
• Assist the Inventory Manager in variance analysis relating to Distribution Centers Gross Margin dollars and Year-end Audit support.

What You’ll Bring:

• University degree in Accounting/Business
• 3+ years of inventory management or general accounting experience
• Experience in Microsoft Access an asset  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills including advanced Excel skills
• Ability to work independently and part of a team
• Experience developing relationships with departments outside Finance
• Ability to speak/read/ write French is an asset
• Enrolled in CPA Program
• Experience working in a large organization with many locations
• Excellent time management and organization skills

Contract End Date:

Job Requisition:

Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices.

Are you interested in this position but don’t yet meet all the criteria? We want you to apply anyway!

During our recruitment process we are looking for an incumbent that will not only learn and grow in the role, but also contribute to our diverse, equal and inclusive culture.

If you require accommodation during your pursuit of a role at Giant Tiger please contact careers@gianttiger.com.