Senior Financial Analyst

About Cérélia

Cérélia is a leading food manufacturing company with small-town roots. We are dough and batter experts and proudly serve rolled dough, cookies, pancake and waffle products across Europe, Asia, and North America. Cérélia’s products are commercialized under its clients’ brands, both retailers and industrial companies, as well as under its own brands: English Bay Bakery, JusRol, Croustipate, Jan, Pop! Bakery and Crêapan in particular. While we continue to grow and expand, our history of trade partnership, production excellence, well‑founded innovation, and sustainable development is deeply rooted in more than 40 years of industry know‑how. About Cérélia Canada

As part of the global Cérélia Group, headquartered in France, Cérélia Canada partners with major retailers and food brands to deliver high‑quality, innovative products. It is committed to food safety, product innovation, and continuous improvement, while fostering a collaborative and dynamic workplace for its employees. Summary

Reporting to the Sr. FP&A Manager, the Senior Financial Analyst supports financial planning and performance reporting across the business. The role is responsible for customer profitability analysis, budgeting and forecasting support, month‑end reporting and variance analysis, and maintaining monthly customer P&L reporting. The position also develops financial models and reporting tools to support business analysis and improve financial processes. Job Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in the development of the annual budget and periodic forecasts, including analysis across key areas such as revenue, cost of goods sold (COGS), transformation/operations, logistics, and SG&A Support the preparation and analysis of VA (Value Analysis - customer and product profitability) models for new project, customer, and item bids, including cost assumptions, margin analysis, and financial scenario evaluation to support commercial decision‑making Prepare month‑end financial reporting and variance analysis, comparing actual results to budget and prior year performance, including analysis of sales variances and purchase price variance (PPV) Produce and maintain monthly customer P&L reporting, including supporting analysis and reports to ensure accurate allocation of costs and clear visibility into customer profitability, and provide analysis of month‑over‑month variances and key drivers of change Develop and maintain financial models and analytical tools to support business planning, forecasting, and scenario analysis Improve and streamline financial reporting processes, dashboards, and data analysis to enhance efficiency and decision‑making Support pricing initiatives from analysis through execution, including performing pricing impact analysis, preparing presentation materials, and coordinating system updates to ensure pricing accuracy Support ad‑hoc financial analysis and strategic projects as required by finance leadership and senior management Provide back up support for other team members when required Adhering to all policies, procedures and programs of the company (GMP, Quality, Food Safety, Health & Safety etc) at all times. Other related duties and assigned Key Competencies

Bachelor's degree (B.A) in Accounting or Finance is required, CPA or MBA is preferred +5 years experience in manufacturing, preferably CPG industry, Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Advance Excel is a must and experience with ERP system and BI Results‑oriented change agent through demonstrated initiative and drive Agility, curiosity and willingness to bring impactful change Strong analytical ability and knowledge of accounting principles Must be adept at working independently and in team atmosphere with excellent time management Key Behavioural Competencies

Communication Team Work Analytical Thinking Time Management Business Acumen Work under Pressure Integrity & Ethics Adaptability/Flexibility Problem Solving Planning & Organizing Attention to Detail Positive Attitude Working Conditions

Extra hours when required Fast paced environment Compensation Range

CAN$ 95,000 - 100,000 Note: We thank all candidates for their interests. However, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls please. DISCLAIMER

Cérélia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If contacted for an employment opportunity or testing, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.

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