CFA jobs in Richmond Hill, ON

Grafton Apparel Ltd., owner and operator of Tip Top, George Richards & Mr. Big & Tall Menswear is a Canadian company that has been in business for over 100 years. Taking its strength from over a century of heritage, today Grafton Apparel remains committed to the retail clothing industry by responding to the ever changing demands of the market. Not only do we understand the needs of our customers, we understand the needs of our people too! We are truly committed to both our employees and our customers – a company that you will be proud to work for. Come join the team at Grafton Apparel where we are always looking for motivated, collaborative and product-driven individuals who are passionate about fashion and looking to grow and develop within our company.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Financial Analyst, Real Estate & Store Performance plays an important role in managing Grafton Apparel's retail store portfolio. This position combines financial analysis, lease administration, construction project coordination, and store performance reporting to support operational and strategic decision-making across the business. The successful candidate will work closely with Finance, Operations, external real estate brokers, landlords, legal service providers, consultants, and contractors to support store renewals, renovations, relocations, and portfolio optimization initiatives across Canada. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly analytical and detail-oriented individual who is interested in the intersection of retail operations, commercial real estate, construction management, and finance.

What you will do in this role:

Real Estate Portfolio Management

• Maintain and enhance the Company's real estate database, lease records, and portfolio reporting tools.
• Monitor critical lease dates, renewal options, rent escalations, tenant obligations, and other key lease provisions.
• Review lease agreements, amendments, renewals, assignments, and related legal documentation.
• Coordinate lease administration activities and ensure all records remain accurate and up to date.
• Liaise with external commercial real estate brokers, landlords, and legal service providers regarding lease renewals, amendments, and other real estate transactions.
• Support lease negotiations by preparing financial analyses, market information, and business case recommendations for management review.

Financial Analysis & Modelling

• Develop financial models and business cases to support store openings, relocations, renewals, renovations, and closures.
• Analyze sales productivity, occupancy costs, profitability, and other key performance indicators to support real estate decision-making.
• Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning related to occupancy costs and real estate investments.
• Evaluate lease transactions and quantify their financial impact on the business.
• Conduct ad hoc financial and operational analyses to support management decision-making.

Construction & Project Coordination

• Act as the liaison between the Company, landlords, consultants, and general contractors for store renovation and capital projects.
• Coordinate project schedules and monitor key milestones for store renovations, relocations, and new store developments.
• Work with landlords to obtain and review design criteria, approvals, permits, and construction-related documentation.
• Assist with the preparation, tracking, and reporting of project budgets and timelines.
• Support the timely resolution of project issues and follow up with stakeholders to help ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.

Store Performance Management & Reporting

• Support ongoing store performance reporting and portfolio reviews.
• Analyze store-level sales, profitability, occupancy costs, and operating metrics.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities within the store portfolio and provide actionable insights.
• Prepare management reports, dashboards, presentations, and executive summaries.
• Assist with the development and enhancement of reporting tools and business intelligence solutions.

Cross-Functional Projects

• Partner with Finance, Operations, HR, and external stakeholders on strategic initiatives.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to reporting, lease administration, construction management, and portfolio management processes.

Your qualifications include:

• Postsecondary education in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Real Estate, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in finance, commercial real estate, lease administration, project coordination, or a related analytical role.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modelling, pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis.
• Strong PowerPoint and presentation development skills.
• Experience with Power BI or other reporting and business intelligence tools is considered an asset.
• Experience reviewing commercial leases, lease abstracts, or legal agreements is considered an asset.
• Enrollment in CPA/CFA/RPA programs is considered an asset.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in retail, real estate, construction, or multi-location businesses would be an asset.

Ideally, you are someone who is:

• Highly analytical and naturally curious.
• Detail-oriented and exceptionally organized.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
• Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Confident communicating with landlords, brokers, contractors, consultants, and professional advisors.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Proactive in identifying issues and recommending solutions.
• Eager to learn and develop new skills across finance, real estate, and retail operations.

What we offer:

• Comprehensive benefits package including dental, extended health care, life insurance and a health spending account
• EAP Program because we care about your well being
• A fun environment! We like having a casual vibe while we take care of business
• A hybrid working arrangement – work from home and at our cool new office in Vaughan
• Learning opportunities to help you grow and progress your career
• An unbelievable employee discount – too good to post!
• Giving back is important to us. We support amazing charities by doing what we can to fundraise through events or by just helping

During the interview process, we may use an AI-powered notetaking tool to assist with capturing and organizing interview discussions. This helps us focus on the conversation while ensuring accurate and consistent notes. The recording and notes will be used solely for recruitment purposes and handled in accordance with our privacy practices

This role is an active opening to fill a current vacancy on our team

Compensation: $60,000-$75,000 total compensation range, which includes base salary and a performance-based bonus. The final compensation offered will be determined based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.

Grafton Apparel is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. We will work with you on an individual basis to meet any reasonable accommodation needs. Please let us know if you require any accommodation to participate in the recruitment and selection process. #ga2023

Pay: $60,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Concord, ON L4K 5C1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• Financial Real Estate/Leasing : 1 year (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Concord, ON L4K 5C1