Manager Margin Matching

Position Title: Manager Margin Matching

Job Requisition ID: 49753

Career Group (ADSP): Administration

Division: Finance (01000179)

Department: Finance and Accounting

Work Location: ON - 5559 DUNDAS STREET W

Province: Ontario

The typical salary range for this position is $69 840.00 - $96 030.00 annually. The base salary offered will be determined based on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity considerations.

This posting is for an existing permanent full-time vacancy.

Joining our team has its advantages!

• Flexible schedule to promote work/life balance
• Telecommuting in hybrid mode
• Group insurance from the first day
• Very competitive pension plan
• Generous holiday policy
• Personal days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free parking
• Opportunity for professional development

SUMMARY:
Responsible for managing the Margin Matching function and overseeing inventory control activities across stores and Distribution Centers (DCs). This role ensures accurate margin reporting, inventory costing, and financial controls, while supporting period-end close, regulatory reporting (Beer/Wine), and operational compliance.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting & Analysis

• Oversee daily/weekly analysis of store and DC margin, shrink, and inventory
• Maintain inventory and shrink reports (weekly and periodic)
• Prepare and distribute key reporting (Beer/Wine, 3rd Party Wine, Starbucks, Nature’s Source)
• Develop new reports to support evolving business needs
• Prepare and maintain weekly blended margin, shrink, and inventory reports
• Analyze store-level performance and provide variance insights (margin, shrink, inventory)
• Produce weekly and periodic reports for operations and senior management
• Prepare stock gain/loss and preliminary inventory results
• Deliver comparative reporting to support operational decision-making

Inventory & DC Oversight

• Ensure accurate costing and valuation of all inventories
• Monitor and balance DC inventory and reporting activities
• Visit stores and DCs to validate processes and identify improvements
• Support inventory validations and store execution

Beer/Wine & Regulatory

• Oversee Beer/Wine reporting to meet regulatory and weekly deadlines
• Analyze and resolve LCBO inquiries related to invoicing
• Ensure accurate reporting and compliance for controlled products

Period-End Close & Accounting

• Prepare, upload, and approve journal entries (discounts, handling charges, RTV/STV, LCBO container fees, delivery fees, etc.)
• Complete and approve account reconciliations.
• Support period-end close activities and reporting requirements

Systems & Data Management

• Maintain Cat Mart database and manage MMS uploads
• Oversee RTV/STV processes, reconciliations, and vendor return accounting
• Generate exception/unmatched reports and drive corrective actions (Type 2/4 and unscanned)

Operational Support

• Troubleshoot DC and DSD invoice/PO discrepancies
• Investigate and resolve store inquiries (charges, credits, adjustments)
• Support store compliance with invoice entry and inventory processes

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure adherence to IFRS standards, internal controls (52-109), and company policies
• Support internal and external audits
• Maintain and update departmental procedures and controls

Team Leadership

• Manage daily workflow and team priorities
• Provide training, coaching, and mentoring to staff
• Ensure procedures are understood and consistently applied
• Manage scheduling and ensure operational coverage

Additional Responsibilities

• Support stat holiday payroll processes (PT stat)
• Provide coverage for team as required
• Maintain business relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Participate in projects and continuous improvement initiatives

QUALIFICATIONS:

• College Diploma or University studies in accounting
• 3 - 5 years related work experience in accounting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• P.C. literate with intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel and Word skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Good knowledge of margin accounting
• SAP and AS400 knowledge would be an asset

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The responsibilities and relationships assigned to this role may change as is necessary to achieve Metro's business objectives. Disclosure on Use of Artifical Intelligence in Recruitment: At METRO, we are commited to transparency and fairness in our hiring practices. In compliance with Ontario's Employment Standards Act (Bill 149), we disclose that METRO and certain third-party job boards we use incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) technology to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for positions. The use of AI helps us efficiently review the large volume of applications we receive, ensuring that every candidate's profile is considered promptly and consistently. This technology supports our goal of providing an equitable and streamlined recruitment experience for all applicants. While AI tools support our recruitment procedures, all decisions throughout the process are made exclusively by METRO's Talent Acquisition team or METRO employees. At no stage does AI determine recruitment outcomes. METRO is committed to providing an inclusive work environment that reflects the communities we serve. The company values, respects and relies on the diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and points of view because it allows us to innovate, make better decisions and better understand our customers. We will consider qualified applications from all walks of life to build the best team. We encourage you to let us know if your current condition requires accommodation in the recruitment process so that we can accommodate you. Please note that we will only contact those whose applications are selected. We respectfully request that agencies do not contact us or send us unsolicited applications.