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At Couche-Tard/Circle K, our mission is simple: to make our customer’s lives a little easier every day. You may have already stopped for coffee, refueling your car, or eating something on the go. Then, you know what Couche-Tard/Circle K is. We have grown into a successful global company with over 16,000 stores in 29 countries, serving almost 9 million customers every day. In total, more than 150,000 people work in our stores and offices. We make journeys easier by offering fast and friendly service. We care about our people and our communities, and we look for ways to uplift people first. Wherever your journey’s going, we can help you get there. Are you ready to grow your career? Let's grow together!

Senior Business Controller, Global FP&A – Food NA

Department: Corporate Finance
Location: Laval, QC (4204 boulevard Industriel, H7L 0E3)
Hybrid work: 3 days at the office and 2 days remotely
Type of employment: Permanent, Full Time (40 hours)

THE ROLE
Reporting to the FP&A – Director – Food & Loyalty, this position is part of the Global Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team providing financial guidance to the Food leadership team. As a business partner, you will help drive performance from a financial and operational perspective. This position provides information to facilitate management decisions with respect to P&L / Gross Margin / CAPEX through financial analysis; ad hoc data requests and problem solving; researching and analyzing accounting data; and preparing periodic reporting.

What You’ll Do
Want to start your career with us? Here's an overview of the main responsibilities of this position:

Reporting And Controlling

1. Prepare and interpret financial reports by compiling and analyzing financial data from different sources and summarizing account information and trends
2. Maintain and mature P&L models for the Food categories collaborate cross-functionally to align financial data structure to meet the Global Food needs
3. Analyze and track period financial reports versus budget and prior year performance and provide comments
4. Assisting Global Food teams with ad hoc financial analysis, overall performance insights into product categories

Business Planning

1. Supporting the overall business planning process across regions
2. Coordinating and aligning process and deliveries across stakeholders
3. Coordinating and aligning CAPEX needs/targets/plans with stakeholders
4. Supporting overall strategy and ambition level setting

Financial Modelling

1. Build financial models to map potential outcomes of business cases to Financial statements (P&L, FCF, etc.)
2. Identify and review key drivers and assumptions.

Investment Decision Support

1. Build or Review business cases for strategic initiatives and projects.
2. Ensure that assumptions are attainable and aligned.
3. Standardize, improve and promote investment decision methodologies.
4. Track investment and operating budgets.
5. Educate stakeholders on business case best practices

Operational Expenditure Tracking, Analysis and Reporting Process

1. Coordinate with OPEX team to report, analyze and provide insight on spending
2. Assist Functional Groups in spend management
3. Collaborate with Finance Controller team to provide timely and accurate variance governance report
4. Support OPEX Finance Controller team in complex questions

Improve and Automate Reporting Tools

1. Work on process and financial data improvement projects
2. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related annual objectives.
3. Work with the D&A team to analyze a broad range of data sources to uncover valuable insights

Other

1. Ensures compliance with requirements, policies, and regulations by enforcing adherence to corporate systems, policies, and governmental regulations.
2. Assists with special projects as needed.
3. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing annual objectives.
4. Traveling required – approx. 2%-5% of the time

What You’ll Need
We want you to join our team! Here's what we're looking for:
Education

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Experience

1. 5-10 of years relevant experience preferably in financial analysis, strategic planning, and/or budgeting and forecasting

Knowledge And Skills

1. Must have advanced knowledge in Excel, working knowledge PowerPoint, Word, and SharePoint.
2. Experience in a commercial setting
3. Experience working with financial systems (Longview, PDI, JD Edwards, etc.)
4. Must have strong analytical and quantitative abilities; Must have strong attention to detail while being able to synthesize information
5. Experience working with large and complex datasets
6. Strong financial modelling skills
7. Must have strong communication skills and comfortable interacting with all levels of management.
8. Comfortable working independently, in cross-functional teams, and in a global role
9. Must be willing to adapt to a dynamic business environment, balancing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines
10. Have an entrepreneurial and commercial mindset with a strong drive to make it easy
11. Comfortable initiating actions and taking responsibility to secure agreed output
12. Collaborate effectively and build professional networks
13. Motivated by challenging tasks and complex projects across many countries and regions

Language Skills

1. Bilingualism required (French and English), both written and spoken, as the person will be called upon to serve English-speaking regions.

Why You Should Work Here
At Couche-Tard/Circle K, we believe that our team members are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us, you're not just getting a job – you're becoming part of a vibrant community where your talents are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your contributions make a real difference. Here's why you'll love working with us:
Benefits Package

1. Group Insurance Program: Stay healthy and happy! Our plan provides you with the flexibility to choose coverage that best meets your needs and add optional insurance (health and dental care, long-term disability, life insurance, health spending account)
2. Pension Plan: Plan for your future and retire with peace of mind with our pension plan, helping you build a secure financial future.
3. Share Purchase Plan: Invest in your future and share in our success with our employee stock purchase plan, allowing you to become a shareholder of Couche-Tard/Circle K.
4. Paid Time Off: Recharge and rejuvenate with paid time off, including vacation days, sick days, and personal days to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Additional Perks

1. Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on our products and services, making it even easier to fuel up and stock up on your favorite goodies.
2. Training and Development: Grow your skills and advance your career with access to ongoing training and development opportunities, including workshops, seminars, and online courses.
3. Recognition and Rewards: We celebrate our team's achievements and milestones with a range of recognition programs, rewards, and incentives to show our appreciation for your hard work and dedication.
4. Mentorship Program: Take your career to new heights with our mentorship program, where seasoned professionals provide guidance, support, and valuable insights to help you reach your full potential.
5. Scholarship Program: Invest in your education and future success with our scholarship program, available not only to our employees but also to their children. We're committed to supporting your lifelong learning journey and empowering you to achieve your academic and career goals.

INTERESTED? You are only a few clicks away from joining an exceptional company! Visit our careers page at https://workwithus.circlek.com/ca/en to submit your application. We can't wait to hear from you!
At Couche-Tard/Circle K, we're committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life to join our team and contribute their unique perspectives and talents.
We thank all candidates for their interest in this position. Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted for further steps in the hiring process.
Couche-Tard / Circle K valorise la diversité et de l’inclusion et vise à créer un milieu de travail sain, accessible et gratifiant qui met en valeur la contribution unique de nos employés au succès de notre entreprise. En tant qu'employeur qui s'engage à respecter l'équité en matière d'emploi, nous encourageons les candidatures les plus diverses afin de pouvoir nous doter d’un effectif varié et représentatif de nos clients et des communautés que l’on sert. Des accommodements sont disponibles sur demande pour les candidats qui participent à tous les aspects du processus de sélection.