Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

Gildan is leading the way in apparel manufacturing, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan®, American Apparel®, Comfort Colors®, GOLDTOE®, and Peds®. We’ve spent the last four decades perfecting the art of respectful apparel making, and the last 20 years implementing sustainable initiatives throughout our business.

Founded in Canada, we now operate out of roughly 30 locations worldwide across 12 countries and sell our products in 60+ markets globally with $3 billion in sales. Together with more than 45,000 employees, we are united in our vision of Making Apparel Better®. Discover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised at gildancorp.com.

The Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst will be responsible for building and maintaining financial models to help the organization drive business results. This position sits within the Financial Planning & Analysis Department, reporting to the Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis.

The role

• Update weekly excel models and presentations of financial and operational performance metrics.
• Update monthly financial reports for internal use by collecting, analyzing, formatting, and presenting information on volume, revenue, expenses and profitability.
• Review, investigate and explain the variances between the actual results and the forecast on a monthly basis. 
• Support the development of a cost allocation model to allocate expenses to various departments, regions, etc.
• Liaise with other departments to prepare the yearly budget and quarterly reforecasting with in-depth analysis of operational and financial data
• Improves financial performance by analyzing results; monitoring variances; identifying trends; recommending actions to management.

The requirements 

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics. 
• At least three (3) years of accounting, business finance or other related experience. 
• An accounting/financial title (ACCA, CPA, CMA, CGA) would be an asset.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software and advanced knowledge Excel formulas and functions.
• Knowledge of Hyperion Financial Planning and Business Intelligence tools (QlikView / Tableau / Power BI) will be considered an asset.
• Strong analytical and data gathering skills.
• A proactive self-starter with the confidence and curiosity to take initiative.
• Proficiency with financial modeling and techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to succeed in a performance-driven culture. Open to and comfortable with shifting priorities and new challenges.
• A “can do” attitude, with a roll up your sleeves working style.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision.

• Join a publicly traded company dual-listed on NYSE and TSX with great potential
• Be part of a workplace where meaningful connections and teamwork are celebrated
• From local to international, be ready to work alongside a diverse group of colleagues
• Benefit from mentorship and continuous development opportunities
• Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages

We want to get to know you better! Please include your transferrable skills and unique experience in your application to help us learn more about you.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

We recognize the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a meaningful, collaborative work environment. As an inclusive employer, we value and embrace all the traits that make you uniquely you and seek to provide everyone with an equal chance to succeed. Because equity and inclusion matter at Gildan.

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