Finance Manager

Hey, we're Ardene! We're the ultimate destination in North America and beyond for head-to-toe apparel, footwear, and accessories - all at the best prices. In 1982, we started as an accessories and jewelry retailer. Today, we're on a whole new level, with 250+ stores in Canada, the USA and internationally not to mention ardene.com and our app! We believe that fashion shouldnt be exclusive or intimidating it should be celebrated with youthful confidence and fearless enthusiasm. Our journey is ongoing in this new era of retail, as we focus more than ever before on customer experience and sustainable practices. We also take employee wellbeing and personal growth to heart. Our teams focus on driving initiatives in the area of mental health, diversity & inclusion, engagement and recognition. This includes our many mindfulness programs too, so our teams can create meaningful connections, lead with intention and kindness, and be their best selves at work and in their lives. Want to learn more about Life at Ardene? Check out our careers site for the latest updates & read one-on-one personal interviews with team members from across Ardene. https://ardenecorporate.com/life-at-ardene WHO YOU ARE: We are looking for a Finance Manager to help our Finance team to provide accurate and timely data to the company leaders and help them to make well-informed decisions. Reporting to the Head of Finance. Responsibilities include: Analyzing store performance; Reviewing monthly warehouse KPI analysis; Reviewing the monthly marketing analysis; Manage monthly P&L variance analysis; Perform financial and cost analysis in support of financial goals; Analyze business cash needs; Participate in the audit process; Develop and implement plans for budgeting, forecasting, and reporting; Complete financial reports, lead the month-end closing process and conduct monthly financial forecast; Support the Head of Finance with ad hoc requests and be a financial partner for the different departments. WHAT YOULL NEED: Bachelors degree of Commerce (major Accounting); Professional Certification (CPA). 3-5 years experience in a similar role, preferably in the Retail or Consumer goods industry; Bilingual (English and French); Advanced skills in spreadsheets (Excel), PowerPoint and other MS Office products; Solid presentation, reporting and communication skills; Critical thinker; Detail oriented. GROW WITH US! Were pretty proud to say that everything we do starts with our people whether its in-store or at the head office. From sales associates and store leadership; dedicated in-house apparel and design teams; marketing, brand, and digital experts; stylists, photographers, and graphic designers; all the way to store concept and operations. We do it all. Ardene is truly a creative hub that is second to none. Be part of a fun, dynamic and energetic team! Join our team and begin your career at one of North Americas top retail chains!