Finance Manager, Strategy

Vaco Recruiter Services; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global restaurant chain is seeking an Associate Finance Manager, Strategy to drive insights and data-driven decision-making. This role is vital for shaping strategic plans and supporting initiatives in pricing and profitability. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree, 5+ years of financial planning experience, and strong project management skills. The position offers a salary range of $110,000 - $120,000/year and requires residency in the Greater Toronto Area.

Benefits

Strong corporate culture

Dynamic work environment

Autonomy in role

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in financial planning and analysis.
• Experience in a consulting firm is highly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple detailed projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management of the Annual Operating Plan.
• Deliver strategic analysis and challenge results.
• Partner with business leaders on investment opportunities.

Skills

Financial planning and analysis

Project management

Advanced Excel skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting

Master's or CPA designation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a global restaurant chain. They are looking for an Associate Finance Manager, Strategy who will be responsible for driving insight and allowing for data driven decision-making across the company. This role plays a critical part in shaping the 3-Year Strategic Plan and Annual Operating Plan (AOP), while also supporting key initiatives such as pricing, profitability, and business case development.

Why Work Here

• Very strong corporate culture
• Very dynamic, high-energy and passionate employees
• Very brand-focused organization
• Autonomy in role

About the Opportunity

• Lead project management and execution of the Annual Operating Plan, requiring cross-functional collaboration, regular recalibration of tactics, and evaluation of risks and opportunities.
• Deliver timely and accurate strategic analysis, track performance against objectives, challenge results when necessary, and propose corrective actions.
• Partner with business leaders by providing analytical and conceptual insights on investment opportunities and strategic growth projects.
• Lead pricing analysis in collaboration with Marketing to guide franchise partners on effective pricing strategies.
• Drive accountability with the development function to achieve both short-term and long-term financial, growth, and franchisee goals.
• The role requires regular interaction with the General Manager, CFO, leadership team, cross-functional departments (particularly Marketing), franchisees, and external vendors. Communication will include business reviews, analytical presentations, project management updates, goal setting, cross-market alignment, and franchisee engagement.

Problem Solving and Analysis

• This role addresses both short-term and long-term strategic projects, making recommendations for leadership and franchisees. It also carries responsibility for PMO oversight, including:
• Strategic alignment and portfolio management of initiatives based on business value and resources.
• Governance and standardization of processes.
• Project oversight and reporting through KPIs, dashboards, and early risk identification.

Decisions typically involve recommendations on strategic investment scenarios to unlock future growth opportunities, along with monitoring day-to-day results to ensure strategies and tactics remain aligned with targets.

Innovation

• The role is accountable for enhancing and creating new information systems, reliability processes, and operational platforms that save time and costs. It also contributes to product and asset innovation from a financial and investment perspective.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, or Accounting (Master’s or CPA designation strongly preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in financial planning and analysis.
• Experience in a consulting firm is highly preferred.
• Strong business acumen, organizational skills, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Excellent verbal and written communication, with strong presentation and influencing skills.
• Enthusiastic, motivated, and committed to continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple detailed projects, work cross-functionally, and build alignment across stakeholders.
• At least 5 years in financial planning and control functions, with exposure to project management and cross-functional environments.

Salary Range

$110,000 - $120,000/year

How to Apply

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You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.