Sr Mgr, Financial Analysis & Operations

About Nintendo: Nintendo Co., Ltd., headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, has created franchises that have become household names worldwide, including Mario™, Donkey Kong™, The Legend of Zelda™, Metroid™, Pokémon™, Animal Crossing™, Pikmin™ and Splatoon™, through its integrated hardware and software products. Nintendo aims to deliver unique, intuitive entertainment experiences for everyone, manufacturing and marketing video game devices such as the Nintendo Switch™ family of systems, developing and operating applications for smart devices, and collaborating with partners on a range of other entertainment initiatives like visual content and theme parks. Nintendo has sold more than 5.8 billion video games and over 850 million hardware units globally. From the launch of the Nintendo Entertainment System™ more than 30 years ago, through today and into the future, Nintendo’s continuing mission is to create unique entertainment that puts smiles on the faces of people all over the world.

Nintendo is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy and respect for each other.

Nintendo of Canada Ltd. (NOCL) is looking for a Sr Manager Financial Planning & Analysis to join their team. NOCL is responsible for the marketing, sales, and distribution of Nintendo hardware, accessories, and first-party games in Canada. 

The Sr Manager Financial Planning & Analysis sits at the center of Nintendo of Canada’s business operations, ensuring the financial health and operational stability of the organization so teams can deliver exceptional products and experiences to players. As a member of the Canada leadership team, this leader connects finance, operations, HR, and logistics—translating business strategy into actionable plans, budgets, and processes that support everything from product launches to customer support and retail experiences. Leading a diverse, cross-functional team, this role focuses on building strong partnerships, developing talent, and driving thoughtful, data-informed decisions that help Nintendo deliver smiles to players across Canada.

SUMMARY:
Leads a range of financial functions and operational support teams across NOCL including Consumer Replacement, Warehouse Logistics & Returns, HR, and AP teams while acting as primary contact to Nintendo of America (NOA) Finance in all accounting, budgeting, and financial areas. Develops and implements department level strategies for each of these support teams including driving overall objectives, vision, reporting and measurement in each area of responsibility.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

• Provides leadership, vision, and strategic direction for Consumer Replacement, Warehouse Logistics & Returns, HR, and AP/Purchasing teams, including goal setting, resource planning, team development, performance management, and continuous improvement.
• Contributes as a member of NOCL’s Leadership Team to advance corporate culture, vision, and strategic priorities.
• Oversees Canadian consumer replacement operations, ensuring alignment with NOA guidelines, service targets, staffing needs, and agency partner expectations.
• Leads logistics and retail returns support to meet internal sales and marketing requirements and external service commitments.
• Oversees HR support services, ensuring systems, processes, and practices meet business needs, internal customer expectations, and applicable legislative requirements.
• Leads AP and purchasing support to ensure timely remittances, policy compliance, effective internal controls, and ongoing process efficiencies.
• Provides financial oversight, analysis, investment recommendations, and budgeting leadership across sales, marketing, and commercial operations.
• Monitors company spending, identifies risks and funding opportunities, and acts as a strategic financial advisor to the GM to improve ROI.
• Oversees NOCL office facilities and properties, including leases, operational support, security, and building access.
• Serves as NOCL lead for CSR reporting, IMP, BCP, safety coordination, and Canadian environmental/recycling compliance support with NOA counterparts.

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS:

• Eight (8) to ten (10) years of experience in finance with preference for experience in Operations and HR.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Strong internal and external communication abilities in terms of written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Computer knowledge including Microsoft Office Word & Excel.
• Provides leadership and direction, typically through managers of multiple related teams and a team of subject matter expert professionals (at senior levels).
• Applies knowledge of key business drivers and the factors that maximize department performance.
• Experience in financial planning and analysis, with demonstrated ownership of budgeting, forecasting, and financial strategy that informs business decisions.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams, with a track record of building trust, fostering collaboration, and guiding teams through change across diverse employee groups and functions.
• Experience partnering across multiple areas of a business (e.g., operations, HR, logistics, or similar), with the ability to translate financial insights into actionable plans beyond finance.
• Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and make sound decisions in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly present complex information to a range of stakeholders and influence decision-making.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Commerce, Business, Economics, or the equivalent combination of education, training, and related business experience.
• CPA Accounting designation preferred.

This position is hybrid in Burnaby, BC. Hybrid positions require regular onsite work following the schedule and guidelines for their division. This position is not open to fully remote status at this time.

This position includes the base pay range listed below, potential for a discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package, and paid time off.