MANAGER, FINANCIAL REPORTING AND PLANNING

Peninsula Co-op is a Vancouver Island-based co-operative with a mission to build strong communities and to benefit its member-owners. With approximately 450 staff, Peninsula Co-op operates 17 retail fuel and convenience centers, 10 liquor stores, 3 commercial card lock and home heating outlets, and a full-sized food store. The Co-op generates approximately $300 million in annual sales and donates over $500k each year to local charities. The business is highly regarded, financially strong, and has developed a loyal member following. The Co-op remains locally owned and proudly shares profits with its 127,000 member-owners, community, and staff.
Peninsula Co-op is inviting applications for a Manager, Financial Reporting & Planning at our Support Office, located at 2261 Keating X Rd, Saanichton, BC. This role is a full-time permanent opportunity and primarily involves working Monday to Friday, with occasional weekends required during peak periods, such as the fiscal year-end.

You will be working with a team to complete the financial reporting for 31 fuel, liquor, and grocery locations. Responsibilities include:

• Financial Operations – Oversee day-to-day accounting, reconciliations, accounts payable, and period-end close processes.
• Reporting – Prepare timely financial packages, ensure variance analysis is meaningful, and align KPIs with operational goals.
• Lead and Develop Your Team – Mentor, coach, and build a capable, high-performing Finance team positioned for growth. Partner with leadership and People & Culture on staffing, cross-training, and meeting critical deadlines.
• Internal Controls – Maintain and adapt controls to meet organizational needs and changing regulations. External Audits – Coordinate year-end reporting under ASPE, prepare supporting documentation, and liaise with auditors.
• Tax Compliance – Ensure accurate and timely remittance and filing of commodity taxes.
• Budget & Forecasting Processes – Lead the annual budget cycle and support ongoing operational forecasting.
• Capital Asset Planning – Collaborate with business units on long-term capital investment plans.
• KPI & Performance Reporting – Partner with leaders to refine reporting that supports strategic decisions.
• Financial & Operational Trends – Identify opportunities for performance improvement and cost efficiencies.
• Tools & Processes – Maintain and evolve reporting templates, financial systems, and automation initiatives.
• Collaborate Across Functions – Work with IT and other departments to ensure consistent, accurate financial data.