Job Description

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Lead the SG&A and Centralized budgeting process, including building cost centre budgets, consolidation and analysis of submissions, supporting the calculation of SG&A and centralized allocation models, uploading into financial systems, and preparing presentation materials.
• Manage the monthly close process for SG&A and Centralized, including preparing and approving Blackline journal entries, coordinating cross-company invoicing, timely & accurate closing, creating variance analysis reports, validation reports, preparing and distributing monthly spend & headcount reports, and updating presentation materials
• Create periodic forecasts, update run-rate analysis and risk & opportunities, working with the functional teams to understand variances and corrective action plans where needed
• As a Finance Business Partner, collaborate with senior leadership and functional budget owners, providing valuable insights, advice and recommendations based on historical trends and future modelling
• Provide financial support on special projects and strategic initiatives, and approve Capital Expenditure Requests (CERs) as required
• Conduct regular analysis and reporting as required: quarter over quarter analysis, Accounting Control Questionnaire (ACQ), asset sub-ledger reviews, including any additional ad hoc reporting required by the business
• Support internal and external audits
• Drive financial/business process improvements to achieve effective budget management and business performance
• Manage a direct report, Senior Financial Analyst  

What You ll Bring:

• 5+ years of progressive finance experience
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in accounting or finance discipline
• A professional accounting designation (e.g. CPA) and/or sound knowledge of accounting principles
• Exposure to an SAP environment would be an asset
• Proven ability to analyze issues, think strategically and develop resourceful solutions
• Well organized, with strong prioritization skills allowing the management of multiple competing tasks
• Strong and effective communication skills and the ability to interact well with all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to continuously improve processes and deliver on planned objectives
• Advanced Microsoft Office (excel) skills and strong system skills preferably in SAP

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting. 
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, speaker series events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.