Sr. Finance Analyst - Foodservice

The Opportunity:

As part of Maple Leaf Foods’ Commercial Finance team, the SFA is responsible for overseeing trade spend management for Food Service customers. Success in this role is driven by consistently demonstrating strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills, along with keen attention to detail and alignment with Maple Leaf Foods’ core values. This position reports directly to the Finance Manager, Food Service.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by July 07. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Reason for vacancy: Existing Headcount
Compensation: $71, - $, CAD base pay annually plus annual short-term incentive

The above compensation reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job- related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in Maple Leaf’s annual short-term incentive plan.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Track and analyze the businesses’ trade spending commitments to ensure investments generate acceptable returns for both Maple Leaf and customer
• Participate in the development of trade programs with new / existing customers, to ensure programs will promote the correct customer behavior
• Working with Finance Manager to make recommendations on changes to trade spending programs to the Food Service leadership team
• Work with Revenue Management team to align trade / rebate programs with current pricing strategy
• Identify patterns in trade spending that may lead to insights (example, rebates being given to multiple customers on a single sku – is our pricing on this sku appropriate or potentially too high?) and communicate back to Food Service leadership team
• Work with Finance Manager/Director, and key stakeholders on Food Service team to set annual trade budgets / standard costs / savings targets
• SAP; Working knowledge of SAP on day-to-day basis

Skills Required:

• Accounting knowledge; Month end accounting process along with accounting entries – accruals, reclasses, GL and P&L reconciliations
• Reconciliations; Vendor management - payment reconciliations and reporting
• Technical Skills; Intermediate proficiency in MS Office, including PowerPoint, and advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel with experience in developing dashboards, financial models, and automated reports
• Analytical skills and problem-solving skills; Develop procedures and support departments in enhancing and optimizing operational processes.
• 12. Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• 13.Strong leadership and managerial skills; Leading departmental projects demonstrate strong management and leadership skills.
• 14. Teamwork Skills; Collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance departmental KPIs and drive performance improvements.
• 15. Attention to detail; Strong organizational skills with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for process and procedural improvements and implementing effective solutions.
• 16. Ability to perform effectively under pressure with strong time management skills, consistently delivering projects on time in high-pressure environments.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in finance, controlling, or commercial finance roles
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work and drive improvements within a team environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to present financial information to non- financial functions.
• Advanced knowledge of MS office and experience with 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.
• 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.