Finance Analyst

Maple Leaf Foods Inc.; Bradford West Gwillimbury; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Pension plan with company matching

Learning & development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer days

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is seeking a Financial Analyst at the Bradford Poultry Plant to partner with Plant Operations on financial performance. The role includes yield, labour, and cost analysis, budgeting, and internal controls, with ERP experience (SAP) and strong Excel skills.

The successful candidate will support plant governance, site reporting, and cross-functional collaboration while contributing to cost improvement initiatives and manufacturing optimization.

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Education in a finance/business program required.
• 2+ years of progressive finance experience in an ERP environment (SAP preferred).

Responsibilities

• Be an active business partner to Plant Operations providing financial information and support to Plant management.
• Provide timely daily/weekly yield and labour reporting to Plant management.
• Develop product costing and update current costs to reflect the manufacturing process.
• Assist in weekly/monthly actual results and forecast of Plant performance.
• Support inventory management and cycle counts; maintain GAAP compliance.

Skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Coaching & mentoring

Planning & organization

Time management

Cross-functional

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary finance/business program

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a versatile and service-oriented Financial Analyst based in Bradford Poultry Plant. The Financial Analyst is a vital link between Finance and Manufacturing Operations and is an active business partner to Plant management. The Financial Analyst provides accurate information and analysis on Plant performance, costs, labour, yield and materials movement. This information is used by our various teams to manage cost of product and improve performance. The Financial Analyst also assists in financial reporting activities (e.g. weekly/monthly reporting, budgeting, journal entries, account reconciliations, etc.) and in implementing internal controls at the Plant.

September 28

Reason for vacancy: Existing Headcount

Base Salary: $59,000 – $87,000 CAD base pay annually

The above base salary 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.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Be an active business partner to Plant Operations providing financial information and support to Plant management for the successful operations of the Plant.
• Provide timely and accurate daily and weekly yield and labour reporting to the Plant management
• Play an integral role in the development of new product costing and the updating of current product costs to accurately reflect the manufacturing process.
• Assist in providing accurate weekly / monthly actual results and forecast of Plant performance (Plant vitals) in a timely manner.
• Support cross‑functional Plant activities to help ensure smooth and successful Plant operations.
• Participate in inventory management through posting of cycle counts, inventory dispositions, and investigation/following up on issues.
• Perform financial reporting activities (e.g. journal entries, account reconciliations, etc.)
• Assist in the preparation of Plant annual budget and forecast.
• Prepare Plant overhead reports and discuss them in a meeting. Perform periodic analysis of overhead spending and provide management with the information required to make future spending decisions.
• Assist in managing issues with suppliers and purchase orders
• On site responsibility to ensure accounting procedures adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and approved corporate policies.
• On site custodian of internal controls and responsible for quarterly control self-test submissions. Ensure that critical inventory and purchasing policies and procedures are working.
• Create and analyze ad hoc reports and models as needed to support business
• Provide coverage for other Finance team members as required

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-Secondary Education in a finance/business related program required.
• 2+ years of progressive finance experience in an ERP environment (SAP preferred)
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong attention to details
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to coach and mentor others.
• 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 Excel and preferably with experience 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.
• 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.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

We’re a global food company with approximately 10,000 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team [e-mail] .

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.