Assistant Controller (Corporate)

Who We Are

At Giant Tiger, our mission is simple: help Canadians save more every day. We’re a Canadian institution rooted in our communities and built on 60+ years of success. As part of our store support team, your work directly impacts stores across the country and drives the value that our customers see on the shelves.

We’re looking for people who are passionate about retail and motivated by meaningful work that makes a real impact. This posting represents a current opportunity at Giant Tiger.

Job Title

Assistant Controller (Corporate)

About This RoleWorkplace Arrangements

This role will follow a fully remote schedule. Applicants for this role can expect to work from home 5 days a week and can work from our Ottawa Home Office if they prefer.

What You'll Be Doing

• Provide support to the GTSL (Corporate) Controller in managing and overseeing the financial operations of the organization
• Prepare Corporate entities Financial Statements
• Prepare monthly journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Conduct the month end close process for Marketing, Fixed Assets, and Executive cost centers
• Review Store entities Financial Statements
• Assist in the preparation of Corporate budgets and forecasts
• Prepare and produce financial information for the year end audit
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analysis for management

What You'll Bring

• University degree in Accounting/Business
• CPA designation
• 5+ years of accounting department experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills including advanced Excel skills
• Ability to work independently and part of a team
• Experience developing relationships with departments outside Finance
• Ability to speak/read/write French is an asset
• Retail experience
• Experience working in a large organization with many legal entities
• Excellent time management skills

Giant Tiger is proud to offer a Total Rewards package designed to support your financial security, health, and career growth. This includes competitive compensation for all employees, as well as retirement savings support and comprehensive well-being benefits for our permanent team members.

Salary

$66,000.00 - $99,000.00

Short Term Incentive Plan

Bonus - Short-Term Incentive Plan, 10% Annual

Retirement Support

Bonus - Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP), 6% Annual

What Giant Tiger OffersCompetitive Compensation: The salary range for this position is listed above. Giant Tiger will consider factors such as experience, skills and internal equity to ensure you are paid competitively.

Short Term Incentive Plan: This role includes an annual bonus opportunity based on the percentage of base salary listed above, with payout determined by company and individual performance.

Retirement Support: This role is eligible for company-funded retirement savings, with contributions made on your behalf. The specific retirement program and contribution level are noted above.

Health Benefits and Paid Time Off: Access to our flexible, cost-shared health and dental benefits (available on hire) and annual paid time off, including personal and vacation days, plus additional paid holiday time between Christmas and New Year’s.

Career Growth: Giant Tiger is committed to developing our people. We promote from within, and many of our leaders started right here. We provide the coaching, training, and support you need to build a long-term career. If you're looking for a place to grow and take on new challenges, you've found it.

Extra Giant Tiger Perks

• Store Discount,
• Parental leave salary top-up,
• Recognition program that celebrates great work with monetary rewards and other perks,
• Safety first environment.

Location

2480 Walkley Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1G 6A9

Job Requisition

JR130673

Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices.

Are you interested in this position but don’t yet meet all the criteria? We want you to apply anyway!

During our recruitment process we are looking for an incumbent that will not only learn and grow in the role, but also contribute to our diverse, equal and inclusive culture.

Giant Tiger will provide support and accommodation in its recruitment processes to all applicants. If you are invited to participate in an interview and have accommodation needs, please contact careers@gianttiger.com.

Giant Tiger does not sponsor work permits. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada and maintain authorization for the duration of employment.