Financial Analyst – Canadian Tire – Toronto, ON

Canadian Tire Corporation is one of Canada’s most recognized retail companies, and their Finance team is at the heart of keeping the business competitive in a rapidly evolving market. Based in Toronto, ON, this Financial Analyst – CTR & Corp Functions Opex FP&A role offers the chance to work at a strategic level, delivering financial insights that directly influence executive decision-making and organizational direction.

Reporting to the Manager, CTR Opex & Corp Functions FP&A, you’ll be embedded in meaningful work — from building forward-looking forecasts and financial models to collaborating cross-functionally with business partners. This is a role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, transformation-driven environment and wants their analysis to actually move the needle.

About the Role: Financial Analyst – FP&A

As a Financial Analyst within the CTR Opex & Corp Functions FP&A team, your day-to-day will involve far more than spreadsheets. You’ll develop a deep understanding of the key financial performance drivers across the portfolio, translate complex data into compelling narratives for senior leadership, and help ensure that strategic initiatives are accurately reflected in financial plans and forecasts. You’ll work closely with business clients, acting as a trusted finance partner who brings both analytical rigour and strategic perspective to the table.

This role also calls for someone willing to challenge the status quo. You’ll be expected to drive efficiencies in reporting, forecasting, and planning processes, bringing an innovative mindset that supports the broader transformation of the FP&A function. Collaboration, critical thinking, and a bias toward action are essential qualities for success here.

Benefits and Salary

Canadian Tire offers a broadband salary range of $53,000 – $88,000, with a typical hiring range of $65,000 – $75,000 depending on experience, internal equity, and market conditions. Beyond base pay, employees benefit from store discounts, Canadian Tire Profit Sharing, and retirement and savings programs. The company also provides an enhanced flex benefits package that includes $5,000 per year in mental health benefits for eligible employees and their families, access to mental health tools and resources, and well-being support. Additional perks include supported learning through the Triangle Learning Academy and broad career development opportunities across the CTC family of companies.

Responsibilities

In this FP&A Analyst role, you’ll wear multiple hats — part financial analyst, part strategic advisor, and part change agent. The work you do will directly support executive decision-making and help Canadian Tire achieve its financial and strategic targets during a period of significant transformation.

• Develop a thorough understanding of major financial performance drivers and assist business decision makers in creating action plans to meet financial goals and mitigate risks
• Prepare meaningful and innovative performance reports that communicate the story behind financial results to senior management
• Collaborate across the organization to ensure the financial impacts of key strategic initiatives are accurately reflected within financial plans and forecasts
• Lead change by challenging current approaches and fostering new ways of thinking about business problems
• Drive efficiencies in reporting, forecasting, and planning processes to improve the overall FP&A function
• Analyze and interpret large, complex datasets from multiple sources to identify trends, variances, and opportunities that inform strategic decisions
• Deliver timely, forward-looking financial and business information to key executive stakeholders

Requirements / Skills

Canadian Tire is looking for a self-starter with strong financial acumen and the communication skills to translate data into actionable insight. The ideal candidate is curious, results-oriented, and comfortable navigating ambiguity in a dynamic, fast-changing retail environment.

• Advanced Excel proficiency including complex formulas, pivot tables, Power Query, and data modelling — this is essential to the role
• Financial modelling and reporting experience, including hands-on experience with Power BI
• University degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance
• 1 to 3 years of progressive experience in finance roles
• Critical thinking skills with the ability to approach business problems holistically and work through ambiguity
• Working toward a CPA, CFA, or pursuing a Post Graduate Degree (MBA) is considered an asset
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders across the business

How to Apply

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