Future Opportunities on the Finance Team - Accounting & Reporting

Labatt Brewing Company Limited; Canada; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian brewery is seeking a Finance Specialist to oversee financial reporting and manage costs across Canada. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance with at least 3-5 years of relevant experience, including proficiency in financial software. Responsibilities include collaborating with senior leaders and implementing improvements in financial processes. This position offers a starting salary of $96,000+ and a bonus structure. The company promotes a culture of innovation and community engagement.

Benefits

Health benefits plan

Retirement plan with company-matching contributions

Wellbeing resources

Annual allotment of products for employees

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in finance, accounting, or related roles.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, accounting principles, and financial controls.
• Thorough knowledge of Canadian GAAP & IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting and manage revenue and costs across Canada.
• Support the development of strategic plans with senior leaders.
• Identify opportunities for streamlining financial processes.

Skills

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Professional certification (CPA, CMA, CFA)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It's who we are as a company. It's our culture. It's our heritage. And more than ever, it's our future. A future where we're always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life's moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together - when we combine your strengths with ours - is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

Salary

Starting Salary Opportunity: $96,000+

• Actual base pay will depend and vary based on factors such as individual experience and skills of the applicant.

Bonus

Bonus at Target: $24,000

• This role may also be eligible for discretionary long-term incentive awards.
• Variable Compensation opportunities are contingent on individual performance and overall business results, pursuant to the Bonus Plan; listed amount are targeted values and not guarantees.

Vacancy Type

This posting reflects an ongoing opportunity for future openings

Company

Founded over 175 years ago, Labatt is one of Canada's founding businesses and its leading brewer. We are proud of our history and our heritage in Canada, and we remain committed to brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. Labatt has created exciting experiences with consumers through iconic brands like Budweiser, Bud Light, NÜTRL, Michelob Ultra, Corona, Stella Artois and many more. Through our broad portfolio, we are truly a national brewer, with over 3,600 employees, a portfolio of more than 60 quality beers and beyond, and 10 breweries from coast-to-coast, we are proud to serve Canada and the communities we call home.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for leading our financial reporting, and accountable for managing the revenue and costs across Canada.
• Roles works closely across our entire organization, and with Senior Leaders to support the development our strategic plans to deliver revenue, cost and cash flow improvement.
• Identify opportunities for streamlining financial processes and improving efficiency.
• Support the implementation of new financial systems or tools to enhance reporting and analysis capabilities.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment of financial processes with business objectives.
• Stay updated on changes to financial regulations, accounting standards, and industry best practices.
• Support senior management in strategic financial planning and decision-making.
• Assist in training and mentoring junior finance team members.
• Manage business cycle & monthly financial reporting
• Support the business cycle as the owner of performance metrics, ensuring a direct link to financials. Work with the business to understand gaps and develop projects to improve performance.
• Responsible to manage the financial forecasting process. Ensure consistency between performance metrics results and forecasted costs.
• Analyze drivers and accuracy of Labatt's financial statement across our balance sheet, cash flow statement and/ or income statement.
• Ensure adherence to internal control policies and procedures to maintain the accuracy and reliability of financial statements.
• Connect our financial performance to Labatt's Culture/ 10 Principles, by being an owner who:

Culture / 10 Principles

• 1. Dreams big.
• 2. Focuses on superior results.
• 3. Leads by example and take accountability.
• 4. Attracts and develops great people.
• 5. Build brands consumers love.
• 6. Grow with customers and communities.
• 7. Prioritizes simple and scalable solutions.
• 8. Manages costs tightly.
• 9. Thinks long-term.
• 10. Never take shortcuts.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (required), Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, CFA) preferred. Thorough knowledge of Canadian GAAP & IFRS
• 3-5 years of experience in finance, accounting, or related roles.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, accounting principles, and financial controls.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Excel).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with senior leadership. General knowledge of good planning and control practices
• Ability to simplify complex issues.
• The capacity to manage a wide range of multiple priorities.

Why Labatt

As one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Labatt is a place where our people can bring out the best in themselves through a collective purpose of creating A Future With More Cheers. We are always looking to serve up new ways to meet life's moments, dream big to move our industry forward, and make a meaningful impact in our communities. We believe in brewing up a future that everyone can celebrate and share.

Benefits

• Health benefits plan, including competitive coverage for medical, dental, mental health, life, and disability insurance, that can be flexed to fit your needs.
• Additional flex credits for healthcare or wellness spending accounts
• Retirement plan with a generous company-matching contribution, and low-fee RRSP & TFSA savings opportunities to help you secure your financial future.
• Personalized support through an inclusive family-forming benefit, and generous financial support/top-ups for parental leave
• Access to many wellbeing resources, including Employee & Family Assistance Program support, Webinars, and more.
• An annual allotment of Beer and Beyond-Beer products for employees!

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Labatt Breweries of Canada, we are an equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to maintaining a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment for every person - regardless of age, race, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, neurodivergence, or disability status.

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Labatt Breweries of Canada is committed to fair and equitable recruiting practices. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to come forward at any stage of the recruitment process to request accommodations, if needed. Members of our team will consult and create processes that provide individuals with disabilities the best possible recruitment experience.

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