Finance Analyst

Canada Bread - Bimbo; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading baking company in Toronto is seeking a Financial Analyst to manage customer reconciliation and conduct financial reports. Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of experience, strong analytical abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. A degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business is required, along with a CPA or CFA designation considered a plus. This role offers growth opportunities and innovative working environment.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Personal and professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience required.
• CPA / CFA designation or enrollment in CPA / CFA Certification Program considered an asset.
• Experience in Commercial Finance and / or consumer packaged goods considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain customer reconciliation/validation templates.
• Create and maintain rebate payment reports.
• Lead the monthly trade review meeting with Sales and Commercial Finance.
• Proactively assess and recommend actions to address risks and opportunities.
• Processing and Validating customer deductions.
• Preparation and review of monthly SG&A results.
• Optimize current processes and reporting.
• Cross Functional Collaboration to research financial data.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

University or College degree in Accounting / Finance / Business

Job description

Overview

As part of the largest baking company in the world, Bimbo Canada is a leading producer and distributor of packaged fresh bread, bakery products and snacks. We produce and distribute more than 1,000 products across 18 brands Canadians know and trust, like Dempster's®, Villaggio®, POM®, Bon Matin®, Stonemill®, Natural Bakery®, Takis®, Thomas'®, Little Bites™, Vachon®, Hostess® and more.

In business for more than 110 years, the company operates 15 bakeries and employs approximately 4,000 associates across Canada. Bimbo Canada creates value by being at the forefront of manufacturing and service delivery innovation in the baking industry through the continued improvement and refinement of its supply chain network while serving major grocery chains, retail outlets and foodservice operations across Canada.

At Bimbo Canada, we’re more than just a bakery - we’re a family dedicated to baking delicious moments for millions. Our beliefs are the foundation of our success, and we’re looking for people who share our commitment to excellence.

Hiring Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain customer reconciliation/validation templates
• Create and maintain rebate payment reports
• Lead the monthly trade review meeting with Sales and Commercial Finance
• Proactively assess and recommend actions to address risks and opportunities relating to customer trade spend
• Processing and Validating customer deductions
• Preparation and review of monthly SG&A results, performing root cause variance analysis versus budget, prior year, and other benchmarks as required
• Leverage previous experience and learn to optimize current processes, reporting, daily tasks, etc.
• Cross Functional Collaboration with teams to research and interpret financial data to support strategic decision-making processes
• Other Ad-hoc trade/ financial / business projects and reporting as required

Experience & Education

• 1-2 years of experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Possess strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate and present clearly with a variety of audiences
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi task in a high paced work environment
• Must be a proactive, team player who has the ability to work with limited supervision
• University or College degree in Accounting / Finance / Business
• CPA / CFA designation or enrollment in CPA / CFA Certification Program considered an asset
• Experience in Commercial Finance and / or consumer packaged goods considered an asset

Growth Opportunities

Bimbo Canada is committed to personal and professional growth. We offer training, development, and advancement opportunities both domestically and internationally.

Innovation

Be part of a company that constantly innovates in the food industry. Your work will contribute to creating delicious products loved by millions.

The Bimbo Way

We believe in the special dignity and value of the human person. We believe that as people we form one community and we believe that this community is focused on getting results. We do this by competing and winning in the market with superior quality in everything we do. We believe in being sharp operators; that is, being very, very good at what we do, and always acting with integrity so that as a company we can transcend and endure for a very long time. That’s the Bimbo Way.

We are incredibly proud of our distinction as one of Canada’s Most Admired Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital. This recognition is a reflection of how strong, people-first culture drives exceptional performance and sets us apart as industry leaders. Bimbo Canada was also named one of the 2024 Best Places to Work by Canadian HR Reporter (CHRR). This tremendous honour recognizes our commitment to creating an outstanding workplace for our associates.

Application

If you are ready to join a company that values its associates and bakes delicious moments every day, apply today. Your journey with Bimbo Canada starts here.

We thank all interested applicants, but only those selected will be contacted. Please note all offers of employment at Bimbo Canada (Formerly Canada Bread Company Limited) are conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-hire background check (including but not limited to criminal history, reference, credit and/or physical demands checks) as appropriate for the role and as permitted by law.

Bimbo Canada is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to building a diverse workplace that promotes diversity, equity and belonging in the workplace, and encourages applications from qualified people of all genders, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. We welcome applications from all interested individuals; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job seekers with disabilities who require accommodation during the recruitment process, or would like more details about accessibility, should contact Bimbo Canada Accessibility at [e-mail].