Operations Assessment Center 2023

Job description

Financial Analyst (Accounting)

Are you ambitious and would like to be part of a dynamic team in the field of accounting and auditing? We have the perfect role for you within the finance team!

L’Oréal Canada is a dynamic company focused on innovation and people. It contributes to influencing global brands in the Canadian market, as well as discovering the latest technologies created for an evolving industry. Creating a world of beauty for all is our sense of purpose. At the heart of our activities, the management and finance professions offer you a global understanding of the group and a strong involvement in our business operations while enjoying a cool setting.

Under the supervision of the centralized account department, the main objective of the financial analyst is to optimize the processes in place while ensuring reliability of financial reporting and information. That is why we are looking for someone with a great sense of organisation and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

Participate in the production of the various group reports; in particular monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements

Actively complete the monthly closing process

Validate the accounting flows submitted by the divisions while ensuring compliance with standards and the relevance of adjustments

Analyze general ledger items and ensure their accuracy

Reconcile inter-company accounts and explain discrepancies

Analyse and prepare various journal entries

Act as the point of contact for external auditors and prepare analysis for the purpose of the audit file

Evaluate the overall effectiveness of the accounting function and implement recommendations to improve processes

Participate in various meeting and special projects of the L’Oreal Group

Collaborate with the divisions and the corporate team

Profile:

2-5 years of relevant experience in accounting and/or audit

CPA Professional designation obtained or in the process of being obtained

Solid knowledge of the Microsoft office suite, in particular Excel and SAP an asset

Strong knowledge of standards (IFRS) and accounting practices
Bilingualism (French/English written and oral)