VICE PRESIDENT, FINANCE & BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

We are Cereals Canada (CC), the national, not-for-profit industry association representing the Canadian cereal grains value chain. As the leading voice of Canadian cereals, we build and strengthen relationships across government, industry, and global buyers to provide timely, expert technical information and a best-in-class customer experience. Our vision is bold and clear: Canada will be the world’s preferred choice for quality cereals and trusted relationships. Based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, we are currently seeking a permanent, full-time:

VICE PRESIDENT, FINANCE & BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Are you a leader ready to make a meaningful impact in a sector that contributes $68.8 billion annually to Canada’s economy? This is an opportunity to help shape the future of Canadian cereals by providing strategic leadership that champions market access, technical excellence, and trusted global relationships. If you’re energized by complex challenges, collaboration, and the chance to strengthen Canada’s competitive position in domestic and international markets, we want to hear from you.

The finance team consists of the Vice President, Finance & Business Management and the accountant.

Reporting to the CEO, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of the finance team, and your primary responsibilities will include:

• Develop and execute long-term financial strategies that align with the organization’s overarching goals.
• Oversee the creation of annual operating budgets, capital expenditure plans, and rolling financial forecasts, ensuring departmental accountability.
• Serve as a core advisor to the CEO, the executive team and the Board of Directors, providing clear financial narratives, risk assessments, and data-driven recommendations to guide major decisions.
• Lead and coordinate the preparation of financial statements, estimates, budgets and other financial analysis.
• Prepare financial and management reports for the CEO, Executive Management Team (EMT), Audit and Finance Committee, and the Board of Directors.
• Lead and manage the annual external audit process.
• Develop, implement and maintain all financial and business administration systems, and internal control processes to ensure accurate and complete recording and reporting financial results that meet professional and legal requirements.
• Evaluate and make recommendations for change (as appropriate) regarding the financial reporting systems, accounting procedures and other financial control functions to the EMT.
• Optimizing and tracking complex funding models, including federal or provincial non-repayable project grants.
• Provide guidance, direction and support to CC managers and EMT in development of client project budgets and costing for CC services and programs.
• Oversee treasury management activities, including cash flow, investments, banking relationships, credit facilities, bank reconciliations, and corporate credit card administration, including the issuance of cards and approval of credit limit changes.
• Review and manage critical corporate contracts, vendor agreements, and legal obligations to protect the organization’s interests.
• Manage the financial components of business relationships with industry partners and core funding partners.
• Managing core funding agreements with Federal and Provincial Governments.
• Key contact with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) program administrator on amendments to approved expenditure levels and cost eligibility including preparing funding reports and supporting documents to AAFC.
• Provide financial costing and management reporting on all consulting projects and program services.
• Manage the organization’s business support vendor relationships, including its outsourced IT vendor, to ensure business needs are met.
• Lead, mentor, and build accountability within the finance, accounting, and administrative teams, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Oversee payroll administration processes in collaboration with the finance team, ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee compensation.
• Oversee CC's risk management, including insurance coverage and potential liabilities.
• Manage CC offices, facilities, equipment, and related business support services, and in collaboration with the CEO and EMT, provide leadership in securing and maintaining facilities that support the organization’s strategic objectives and effective client service.

Qualifications

• Graduate from CPA program and management related disciplines, MBA would be an asset.
• Minimum of 10 years’ career experience in a senior finance position, experience in the agri-food industry an asset.
• Strategic Financial Planning: Proven success leading annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial modeling to support corporate strategy.
• Capital & Funding Management: Expertise in managing capital allocation, cash flow optimization, and overseeing complex funding structures (including corporate credit, investments, or public/government funding frameworks).
• Capable of presenting clear financial narratives to diverse stakeholders, from internal board members to external global market partners.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and elevate high-performing finance and administrative teams.
• Experience serving as a trusted financial advisor to the CEO, President, and Board of Directors, effectively translating complex financial data into actionable business strategies.
• Strong background in establishing internal controls, managing corporate risk, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and tax laws.
• Experience in agribusiness, global trade commodities, or managing non-repayable government funding models is considered a significant asset.
• Ability to travel domestically and globally as required.

Cereals Canada offers an environment where employees enjoy excellent working conditions, competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package.

Interested individuals are invited to submit a resume indicating their experience, qualifications, ability and including references and salary expectations on or before July 17, 2026.

Manager, People and Business Resources

Cereals Canada
1000-303 Main Street
Winnipeg, MB R3C 3G7

Email: careers@cerealscanada.ca Phone: 204-942-2166 TollFree: 1-833-956-2444

We thank all candidates for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Cereals Canada reserves the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable candidate be identified.

Cereals Canada is proud of its diverse workforce comprised of employees who are valued for their individual skills and attributes. Applicants requiring accommodation during the competition process should contact our Manager, People and Business Resources on a confidential basis to discuss their needs.

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