Job title: Financial Planner & Analyst Reports to: Manager, Financial Planner & Analyst Company overview Shiseido was founded in 1872 as Japans first Western-style pharmacy in the upscale Ginza district of Tokyo and is one of the oldest cosmetic companies in the world. With over 140 years of dedicated service, superior products and unparalleled technology, Shiseidos mission is to identify new, richer sources of value and use them to create beauty in the lives and cultures of those it serves. At Shiseido, we hold a traditional Japanese value of Omotenashi, the spirit of welcoming and care that cannot be translated in words. Through this spirit, we practice thoughtfulness, dedication to the needs of others and meticulous attention to every aspect of our products and service. Job purpose The Financial Planner & Analyst is responsible for all external reporting, forecasting & budgeting, monthly P & L analysis, and updating report formats. Duties and Responsibilities Key Tasks & Responsibilities Account Reconciliations / Forecasting Support in the preparation and issuing of month-end and year-end reporting. Assist in the preparation and consolidation of monthly internal reporting packages used by senior management, report on significant variances in the P & L; Reviewing and analyzing P & L at different levels, by brand, by store group, by line, etc. Support external reporting to the different Brand Holding companies. Assist with the preparation, consolidation and reporting of monthly and quarterly forecast, annual budget and other planning submissions as required. Preparation of quarterly consolidation reporting Work with Brand Managers to develop and maintain monthly budgets Support in the development of new internal reporting package Provide analytic support to business initiatives Supporting monthly sales forecasting process and reporting. Supporting yearly budget preparation and reporting. Detailed analysis of financial system data output. Perform detailed analysis and develop reporting package each period and each quarter / year-end that provides detailed P& L to management team as required. Preparing monthly reports and analyzing actual results with plans and forecasts financial data. Maintain database by entering, verifying, and backing up data. Cash Flow, Tax & Reconciliations Participate in month end closing procedure Booking accruals and completing account reconciliations. Internal Controls and Audit Support year-end audit reporting and work with external auditors. Develop and maintain company policy book. Other Duties as Assigned Annual Budget / Reforecast GSMS/GSPL RHQ reporting Reconciling Selling expense accruals Trouble shoot with department heads to identify cost saving opportunities. Support policy and process improvements and identify opportunities Identify Issues and propose solutions. Facilitate solutions to transaction processing problems. Process re-engineering as it relates to detailed Profit & Loss forecasting. Develop, maintain, and distribute as-hoc reports and financial models as needed. Qualifications College or university degree/diploma in Business/Accounting 2 years of work experience in Accounting and Finance Advanced level computer skills in Excel and data base management tools SAP experience an asset Strong understanding of account principles and financial analysis Strong analytical skills Strong communication and team working skills Strong interpersonal skills and a team player We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. Shiseido Canada is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise, so that suitable accommodation can be made. We can be reached at . We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Title
Financial Planner & Analyst