Senior Audit Analyst at SNDL in Edmonton, Alberta, CA

Work Location

Edmonton Corporate Office

About the Role

Job Title: Senior Audit Analyst (Finance Leadership Development Program)

Location: Remote

Department: Internal Audit (Initial Rotation)

Duration of First Rotation: ~12-18 months

Program Length: Multi‑year rotational program across Finance, with first rotation in Internal Audit

About the Finance Leadership Development Program (FLDP)

Are you a high‑potential, early‑career professional looking to accelerate your growth and build a future-ready career in Finance? SNDL’s Finance Leadership Development Program (FLDP) is designed for ambitious, curious, and driven individuals who want to make an impact from day one.

The FLDP is a multi‑year, immersive experience that exposes you to several critical Finance disciplines. You’ll start your journey in Internal Audit, where you’ll develop a deep understanding of our business operations, risks, controls, and strategic priorities. After the initial rotation, you’ll gain hands‑on experience through rotations in areas such as:

• FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis)
• Segment Finance & Business Partnering
• Corporate Accounting

This is more than a rotational program — it’s a launchpad for future Finance leaders at SNDL.

Why Join the FLDP?

A Career Accelerator

• Fast‑track your development with structured learning, mentorship, and cross-functional exposure.
• Gain visibility with executive leadership throughout your rotations.

Impact From Day One

• Work on real, meaningful projects that shape business decisions and improve operational performance.

Build a Future-Ready Skill Set

• Strengthen your analytical, leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Learn how Finance drives value in a rapidly changing, data-driven industry.

An Experience Designed for Modern Talent

• Collaborative culture with opportunities to lead initiatives early.
• Support for professional development including CPA, CIA, CFA, and other recognized designations, if identified as part of personal development plan

Job Overview - What You’ll Do in Your First Rotation (Internal Audit)

As a Senior Analyst FLDP Associate reporting into the Senior Director, Audit & Internal Controls, you will:

• Participate in end‑to‑end audit engagements — planning, testing, reporting, and presenting findings.
• Analyze business processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, controls, and risk management.
• Collaborate with teams across the organization to understand operations, challenges, and emerging risks.
• Participate in projects to implement agentic AI and robotic process automation to gain efficiencies in Audit & Internal Controls workstreams
• Support data‑driven audit approaches using modern tools and techniques.
• Gain a 360‑degree view of the organization, setting a strong foundation for your future rotations.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking high‑potential candidates who are:

• Curious and analytical – you ask great questions and think critically.
• Adaptive and agile – you thrive in environments where you can learn quickly and take initiative.
• Collaborative – you build relationships easily and work well across teams.
• Purpose-driven – you want to contribute to meaningful outcomes, not just complete tasks.
• Future leaders – you’re motivated to grow, influence, and make a difference.

Qualifications

Required

• 2+ years of relevant experience in finance and accounting
• Demonstrated leadership and/or teamwork experience
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to thrive in a rapidly changing environment with strong attention to detail
• Willingness and ability to travel as required
• Successfully complete required background checks

Nice-to-have

• Professional designation (e.g., CPA, CIA, CFA)
• Big Four firm experience
• Experience with SOX, COSO 2013, and COBIT frameworks
• Experience with large-scale ERP and HCM systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics F&O, Business Central, Workday)
• Experience with agentic AI tools, digital assistants, or AI-enabled workflow optimization
• Experience with robotic process automation (RPA) platforms (e.g., Power Automate)

Career Path & Growth

Graduates of the FLDP will be uniquely positioned for success across the Finance organization. Potential career paths include:

• Manager roles in FP&A, Accounting, Treasury, or Internal Audit
• Finance Business Partner roles supporting operational teams
• Future leaders within SNDL’s Finance organization

This program is designed to build the next generation of SNDL’s Finance leadership.

Ready to Build Your Future?

If you’re ready to join a forward-thinking organization where you can learn, grow, and make an impact from day one, we want to hear from you. The Finance Leadership Development Program is your opportunity to launch an exceptional career at SNDL.

What Makes SNDL a Great Place to Grow:

• Competitive compensation including performance-based bonuses and annual salary reviews.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits, including a Healthcare Spending Account.
• Three weeks of paid vacation with annual rollover.
• Flexible, hybrid work arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Recognition and rewards programs that celebrate individual and team achievements.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) with mental health, financial, and family support.
• Employee perks and discounts program, offering savings across fitness, wellness, lifestyle, retail, and everyday services

We are grateful for the interest in this role from all candidates, however, we will be contacting only those that are selected for next steps in the hiring process. 

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

SNDL is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a welcoming, inclusive, diverse and safe workplace where all of our team members have equal opportunity to succeed. We know this begins with recruitment. To honor our commitment, SNDL encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, ages and abilities. 

About SNDL

SNDL is one of Canada’s leading and fastest-growing liquor and cannabis companies. As the country’s largest private-sector retailer, our portfolio includes well-known banners such as Wine and Beyond, Liquor Depot, Ace Liquor, Value Buds, Spiritleaf, and Cost Cannabis.

We’re also one of Canada’s largest vertically integrated cannabis producers, recognized for our innovation, low-cost manufacturing, and award-winning brands including Top Leaf, Contraband, Palmetto, Bon Jak, La Plogue, Versus, Grasslands, Vacay, Pearls by Grön, No Future, and Bhang Chocolate.

Driven by purpose, performance, and people, SNDL is shaping the future of retail and cannabis by bringing people together through exceptional products and experiences.

Learn more about SNDL