Location:This hybrid role requires 3 days on-site at our Burnaby, BC office and 2 days remote per week.Welcome to Specsavers– where we’re not just about eyewear and eyecare, but about changing lives through better sight. Ranked the 11th Best Workplace™ in Canada and 16th globally by Great Place to Work®, we’re proud of our optometrist‑owned model that delivers high‑quality, accessible eyecare for every budget.Founded 40 years ago in the UK by visionary optometrists Doug and Mary Perkins, Specsavers has remained privately owned since day one. Today, we are a $7.8 billion global business with over 45,000 colleagues across more than 2,700 retail optical locations.In Canada, our support office is based in Burnaby, BC. Since entering the market in 2021, we’ve been scaling rapidly, now with nearly 270 locations nationwide. With advanced clinical equipment and a wide range of affordable, high‑quality eyewear, we’re transforming the way Canadians experience eyecare.If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a values‑driven organization, join us as we continue to grow. Together, we can change lives through better sight.What You’ll DoThe Senior Finance Business Partner will lead financial planning and analysis for the Canadian business, supporting effective decision‑making and the financial development of commercial operations. This role is responsible for centralized performance reporting and financial analysis to drive profitability across Canada and within specific business units. You will ensure accurate data flow and timely financial reporting while delivering insights, analysis, and tools that help business units achieve their financial goals and align with overall strategy. Working closely with business leaders, you will support commercial initiatives and projects, identifying key areas where financial input strengthens decision‑making. Success in this role includes building strong internal partnerships and positioning financial analysis at the forefront of business decisions.Key ResponsibilitiesBudgeting & ForecastingCollaborate with department leaders to develop and maintain detailed annual financial budgets and forecasts in alignment with business prioritiesAnalyse current and historical financial performance to identify trends and patterns, providing financial insights into future financial expectationsSupport in any operational forecasting and planning as requiredFinancial AnalysisCollaborate with the Data team, and other departments, to use one source of truth for financial analysis involving, but not limited to, Support Office and Retail storesTo provide insight to the Canadian leadership team about how changes to product range or product offers can affect profitabilityConduct variance analysis between actual performance and budget/forecast,



identifying key drivers and making recommendations for improvement across the Canadian businessEvaluate the financial impact of various initiatives/projects and provide insights to leadership to drive informed decision‑makingProvide financial support to business cases and post‑mortem analysis of initiativesKPI MonitoringDrive the development of standardized dashboard reporting across the Canadian estateDevelop and oversee the tracking and analysis of key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to Support Office and Retail, identifying opportunities for performance improvementCollaborate with cross‑functional teams to implement strategies for KPI optimizationFinancial ModellingBuild and maintain complex financial models to support strategic planning, scenario analysis, and decision‑makingUndertaking financial analysis and modelling with large amounts of data to understand the impact of pricing and promotional campaigns on KPIs and retail revenuesConduct sensitivity analysis to assess the potential impact of various economic and operational factorsReportingPrepare monthly financial reports, analyze variances, and monitor key business metricsIdentify trends, risks, and opportunities to inform leadership and support strategic trade‑offsAssist in the development of executive‑level presentations for internal and external stakeholdersPartneringServe as a trusted advisor to leaders on financial performance, risks, and opportunities to inform optimal decision makingDevelop and maintain an internal network so that financial input and analysis is sought out for key decisions throughout the businessWork closely with cross‑functional teams, including Retail and other departments, to gather data, understand business requirements, and incorporate insights into financial plans.Conduct training and workshops to develop financial acumen and drive accountability across the organizationContinuous ImprovementIdentify opportunities for process improvement in financial planning and analysis activities, driving efficiency and effectiveness in reporting, forecasting and analyses by designing scalable processes and working files.Essential SkillsWhat We’re Looking For7+ years of accounting and/or finance experience, with 4+ years in financial planning and analysis.Experience partnering with key commercial decision makers and senior management to influence operational performance.Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills,



with the ability to interpret and distill complex financial data into clear and concise messages.Advanced Excel skills with proven ability to work with large and immature datasets.Robust presentation skills with ability to communicate productively to upper management.Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, energetic environment with competing priorities.Desirable SkillsExperience of accounting or financial planning & analysis in a retail workplace.Experience implementing and championing corporate performance management systems.Eagerness to mentor and develop junior team members.MBA, CPA or an international equivalent is desirableCompensation:$100,000 - $120,000 base salary, plus quarterly bonus, profit sharing, and benefits. Actual compensation will be determined based on experienceSpeccies’ Benefits4 weeks of vacation and 1 paid volunteer day1 extra paid day off and an eyecare voucher on your birthdayRRSP matchingQuarterly performance bonusProfit sharing programHealthcare spending accountHealth and dental benefits effective on your first dayTeam and company social eventsBehaviours We ValueCollaborative: We work together as one Specsavers to deliver our purposeCurious: We question, explore, and seek out diverse perspectives to develop our knowledge and understandingCourageous: We challenge the status quo, we experiment with good ideas, and we are brave, bold, and fast in our decision makingCompassionate: We care, support, and help each otherCommercial: We treat money wisely and make decisions that are good for our customers, our partners, our people, and good for the long termWe hope that in applying with us, you value these things as well!Our Hybrid Work ModelExperience the best of both worlds. At Specsavers, we embrace a hybrid approach that balances in‑office collaboration with the flexibility to work from home. We come together in office three days a week to connect, innovate, and keep our culture thriving.Equal Opportunity EmployerAt Specsavers, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that a diverse team enriches our work environment and enables us to achieve our goals. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. If you believe you can contribute to our mission and vision, we welcome your application, even if you don’t meet every qualification listed. We value the unique skills and perspectives each individual brings to our team.Accessibility and AccommodationsWe are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting us at [email protected]. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Finance Business Partner - $100,000 - $120,000 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 Specsavers
📍 Toronto