Senior Analyst - Finance Systems and Processes

The Senior Analyst - Finance Systems and Processes plays an essential role on the Finance team. This individual will lead and develop the end to end knowledge of the ERP currently in place but also the business systems specific to finance. They will act as the finance subject matter expert for system improvements and coordinate timely, accurate and complete finance input for projects as needed.

We are looking for a dynamic individual to be part of our commitment to always evolve and improve. This role will be curious about opportunities, listen actively and be able to effectively participate in all stages of the analysis and execution of improvement initiatives. You will be real with giving and receiving feedback and support.

As a growing business, Lush needs people that can adapt and evolve. You are a listener with a structured approach to planning but are also excited to drive discussion that leads to action. You have a passion for what you do and are ready to join a business dedicated not just to technical proficiency but to the practices of fair-trade sourcing, supporting sustainable communities and giving back to grassroots organizations.

Our Lush staff live with purpose, finding their personal connection with the values of our business, bringing their work and life paths into one holistic journey. #mylushlife

Reporting to the Assistant Controller , the Senior Analyst – Finance Systems and Processes will undertake the following RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build, improve and maintain business system processes across retail, digital and manufacturing operational flows.
• Be the “face” of Finance in business projects to ensure all finance needs are understood and met while supporting a nimble and agile approach to needed improvements.
• Understand and document process flows to capture current state and highlight opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain Chart of Accounts, Financial calendar and other key data in the finance system.
• Lead stakeholder meetings including defining meeting deliverables, assigning action items and following up with stakeholders.
• Coordinate user-acceptance testing and regression testing of system enhancements
• Support development of business cases to clarify and help prioritize projects Provide overall support, expertise and guidance to the Finance Team as it relates to software systems.

You bring the following QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• 5+ years progressive systems experience preferably in a manufacturing and / or multi-location retail environment.
• Accounting designation, in process of obtaining CPA (CGA, CA, CMA) or equivalent accounting knowledge and experience
• Must be able to understand and translate financial needs and ledger flows to a broad audience
• Strong business acumen and ability to clearly identify opportunities and develop plans to capitalize on them in a timely manner.
• Proven team player that can drive discussion but is always open to hearing a different view
• Strong understanding of project management fundamentals and proven ability to work effectively within a team
• Self-motivated professional with the ability to focus, prioritize and multitask in a fast paced, high energy and high volume environment
• Excitement and a commitment to learn, understand and relate to Lush’s core leadership practices.
• Strong problem solving, decision making and delegation capabilities

Preferred:

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 2012 or a comparable system is beneficial
• Project management background is beneficial
  
  

Job Type: Regular, Full Time. Hybrid position. 2-3 days on-site is required.

Job Location: 2-3 days on-site is required. The successful candidate must be located in or around Vancouver, BC.

Thriving with a diverse company culture, celebrating the uniqueness of our staff, and committed to inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all interested applicants; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

We’re 10% Employee Owned - all colleagues play a role in protecting our ethics and our independence, contributing ideas for the future and sharing in the rewards of success when the company is doing well.

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