Top Benefits
About the role
Embark on a rewarding career with Sobeys Inc., celebrated among Canada’s Top 100 employers where your unique contributions drive success.
Overview
The Director, Finance is responsible for supporting the E-Commerce team with financial reporting, financial planning, financial analysis, day-to-day financial performance activities, business unit project evaluation and delivery, and long-term strategic initiative evaluation and execution.
What You'll Be Focusing On
E-Commerce Financial Support
Align financial reporting and scorecard cadence with all business units. Provide analysis, insights, training, and recommendations on financial results to stakeholders, with the goal of improving profitability and spend efficiency. Provide training and knowledge transfer on finance processes, results, issues, and KPIs. Ensure financial controls specific to this business unit and its assets are appropriately in place and effectively practiced. Complete business cases for operational initiatives, merchandising programs, and strategic plans. Complete budgets and forecasts aligned with corporate standards. Establish and sustain business accountability for results, including post-analysis of actual results versus expectations. Provide review and analysis support to Shared Services to ensure accuracy, completeness, and efficiency of period-end financial statements. Ensure timely response to stakeholder queries and follow up on issues. Remain knowledgeable and up to date on all areas of the retail grocery industry. Actively support continuous improvement opportunities related to systems and processes. Foster a culture of continuous improvement where employees are encouraged and recognized for generating and implementing innovative ideas.
Lead and develop functional team, drive employee engagement
Coach, develop, and empower members within each functional team. Review employee engagement results and develop overall action plans. Create opportunities for skill development and career progression to develop talent.
What You Should Have
Undergraduate degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional designation (CPA, CMA, CA, CGA) preferred. 10+ years of accounting/finance experience in progressively responsible positions. At least 5 years of experience leading a team. Strong financial analysis, planning, and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to partner with stakeholders and provide insights to support business decisions. E-commerce experience is required.
Who We Are
Sobeys is one of Canada’s leading grocery retailers, with more than 1,600 stores across all 10 provinces and banners including Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, and Lawtons Drug Stores. Our 128,000 teammates and franchise affiliates are passionate about delivering great food and exceptional experiences to our customers and communities.
Learn More About Our Story And Culture
Who We Are | Why Work With Us
Total Rewards
We offer a Total Rewards package designed to support teammates at work and in life. Depending on role and eligibility, teammates may receive health and dental benefits, retirement and savings programs including an Employee Share Ownership Plan, a 10% in-store discount at participating banners, virtual healthcare and an Employee and Family Assistance Program, learning and development opportunities, parental leave top-up, and paid vacation.
Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. To learn more about this opportunity including the expected range of compensation in accordance with Pay Transparency Legislation where required please click the “I’m interested” or "Apply" button above. Individual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.
Additional Information
External websites may share our organization's job postings which includes compensation information based on similar roles and market benchmarks. These figures are provided for general comparison purposes only and are not issued or verified by our organization.
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support efficiencies in the candidate screening, assessment, and recruitment processes. These AI tools do not make hiring decisions on behalf of the Company. Hiring decisions are made by our Hiring Teams.
Sobeys is committed to creating accessible and inclusive hiring processes. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.
Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.
About Sobeys
As one of only two national grocery retailers in Canada, Sobeys Inc. serves the food shopping needs of Canadians with more than 1,500 stores in 10 provinces with retail banners that include Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Price Chopper, Thrifty Foods and Lawtons Drugs, as well as more than 330 retail fuel locations. Our five core retail food formats are designed to ensure that we have the right offering in the right-sized stores for each individual market we serve — from our full service format to the convenience format, each tailored to satisfy the unique occasion-based food shopping needs of our customers.
Our 134,000 employees and franchise affiliates are committed to building sustainable worth for each of our customers, employees, suppliers and shareholders through our focus on food, innovation and superior customer service.
En tant que l'un des deux seuls détaillants alimentaires présents dans tout le Canada, Sobeys Inc. répond aux besoins en épicerie de sa clientèle par le biais de ses quelque 1 500 magasins. Répartis dans chacune des dix provinces, ceux-ci arborent diverses bannières de détail dont Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Price Chopper, Thrifty Foods et Lawtons Drugs, ainsi que plus de 330 stations d'essence. Nos magasins d'alimentation sont conçus en fonction de cinq concepts de base afin que l'offre aux consommateurs et la taille des magasins conviennent le mieux à chacun des marchés que nous desservons. Du magasin à gamme complète de services jusqu'au dépanneur, chacun est adapté de façon à combler les besoins particuliers de notre clientèle en fonction de l'occasion d'achat.
En raison de l'importance qu'ils accordent à l'alimentation, à l'innovation et à l'excellence du service à la clientèle, nos quelque 125 000 employés et marchands affiliés se montrent soucieux de créer de la valeur de façon durable pour chacun de nos partenaires, qu'ils soient clients, employés, fournisseurs ou actionnaires.
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Top Benefits
About the role
Embark on a rewarding career with Sobeys Inc., celebrated among Canada’s Top 100 employers where your unique contributions drive success.
Overview
The Director, Finance is responsible for supporting the E-Commerce team with financial reporting, financial planning, financial analysis, day-to-day financial performance activities, business unit project evaluation and delivery, and long-term strategic initiative evaluation and execution.
What You'll Be Focusing On
E-Commerce Financial Support
Align financial reporting and scorecard cadence with all business units. Provide analysis, insights, training, and recommendations on financial results to stakeholders, with the goal of improving profitability and spend efficiency. Provide training and knowledge transfer on finance processes, results, issues, and KPIs. Ensure financial controls specific to this business unit and its assets are appropriately in place and effectively practiced. Complete business cases for operational initiatives, merchandising programs, and strategic plans. Complete budgets and forecasts aligned with corporate standards. Establish and sustain business accountability for results, including post-analysis of actual results versus expectations. Provide review and analysis support to Shared Services to ensure accuracy, completeness, and efficiency of period-end financial statements. Ensure timely response to stakeholder queries and follow up on issues. Remain knowledgeable and up to date on all areas of the retail grocery industry. Actively support continuous improvement opportunities related to systems and processes. Foster a culture of continuous improvement where employees are encouraged and recognized for generating and implementing innovative ideas.
Lead and develop functional team, drive employee engagement
Coach, develop, and empower members within each functional team. Review employee engagement results and develop overall action plans. Create opportunities for skill development and career progression to develop talent.
What You Should Have
Undergraduate degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional designation (CPA, CMA, CA, CGA) preferred. 10+ years of accounting/finance experience in progressively responsible positions. At least 5 years of experience leading a team. Strong financial analysis, planning, and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to partner with stakeholders and provide insights to support business decisions. E-commerce experience is required.
Who We Are
Sobeys is one of Canada’s leading grocery retailers, with more than 1,600 stores across all 10 provinces and banners including Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, and Lawtons Drug Stores. Our 128,000 teammates and franchise affiliates are passionate about delivering great food and exceptional experiences to our customers and communities.
Learn More About Our Story And Culture
Who We Are | Why Work With Us
Total Rewards
We offer a Total Rewards package designed to support teammates at work and in life. Depending on role and eligibility, teammates may receive health and dental benefits, retirement and savings programs including an Employee Share Ownership Plan, a 10% in-store discount at participating banners, virtual healthcare and an Employee and Family Assistance Program, learning and development opportunities, parental leave top-up, and paid vacation.
Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. To learn more about this opportunity including the expected range of compensation in accordance with Pay Transparency Legislation where required please click the “I’m interested” or "Apply" button above. Individual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.
Additional Information
External websites may share our organization's job postings which includes compensation information based on similar roles and market benchmarks. These figures are provided for general comparison purposes only and are not issued or verified by our organization.
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support efficiencies in the candidate screening, assessment, and recruitment processes. These AI tools do not make hiring decisions on behalf of the Company. Hiring decisions are made by our Hiring Teams.
Sobeys is committed to creating accessible and inclusive hiring processes. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.
Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.
About Sobeys
As one of only two national grocery retailers in Canada, Sobeys Inc. serves the food shopping needs of Canadians with more than 1,500 stores in 10 provinces with retail banners that include Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Price Chopper, Thrifty Foods and Lawtons Drugs, as well as more than 330 retail fuel locations. Our five core retail food formats are designed to ensure that we have the right offering in the right-sized stores for each individual market we serve — from our full service format to the convenience format, each tailored to satisfy the unique occasion-based food shopping needs of our customers.
Our 134,000 employees and franchise affiliates are committed to building sustainable worth for each of our customers, employees, suppliers and shareholders through our focus on food, innovation and superior customer service.
En tant que l'un des deux seuls détaillants alimentaires présents dans tout le Canada, Sobeys Inc. répond aux besoins en épicerie de sa clientèle par le biais de ses quelque 1 500 magasins. Répartis dans chacune des dix provinces, ceux-ci arborent diverses bannières de détail dont Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Price Chopper, Thrifty Foods et Lawtons Drugs, ainsi que plus de 330 stations d'essence. Nos magasins d'alimentation sont conçus en fonction de cinq concepts de base afin que l'offre aux consommateurs et la taille des magasins conviennent le mieux à chacun des marchés que nous desservons. Du magasin à gamme complète de services jusqu'au dépanneur, chacun est adapté de façon à combler les besoins particuliers de notre clientèle en fonction de l'occasion d'achat.
En raison de l'importance qu'ils accordent à l'alimentation, à l'innovation et à l'excellence du service à la clientèle, nos quelque 125 000 employés et marchands affiliés se montrent soucieux de créer de la valeur de façon durable pour chacun de nos partenaires, qu'ils soient clients, employés, fournisseurs ou actionnaires.