Manager, FP&A

Open Farm Pet; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

RRSP plans with company match

Company-wide wellness days

Discounted food for pets

Job summary

A growing pet food company in Toronto is seeking a Manager for Financial Planning and Analysis. This position involves driving financial performance and supporting strategic decision-making through insights and analysis. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree and over 5 years of experience in financial planning, preferably in the CPG industry. The company offers comprehensive healthcare coverage and a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, ideally in a fast-paced or growth-oriented environment.
• Experience in the CPG industry or prior experience in management consulting is preferred.
• Professional accounting designation or MBA considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of the company’s long-term strategic plan, including market analysis and competitive benchmarking.
• Develop and manage the annual budget and rolling forecasts, identifying and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior management on a wide range of strategic and financial issues.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or a related field

Tools

ERP systems

Financial planning software

Job description

About the Role

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Open Farm is transforming the way people feed their pets, focusing on premium, healthy food and treats, all ethically sourced from farm-to-bowl. Headquartered in Toronto with team members across the US, Open Farm is one of the fastest-growing CPG companies in North America. We believe that the best foods are made with consciously sourced, top-quality ingredients from farmers and fisheries who do good for all animals and the environment.

Key Responsibilities

The Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis will play a key role in driving financial performance and supporting strategic decision‐making across the organization. This position will provide insights, analysis, and recommendations to business partners, influence resource allocation, and support initiatives that drive profitable growth.

• Strategic Planning & Analysis: support development and execution of the company’s long-term strategic plan, including market analysis and competitive benchmarking; conduct research on industry trends; develop and maintain complex financial models.
• Financial Planning, Forecasting and Reporting: develop and manage the annual budget and rolling forecasts, identifying and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs); analyze actual results versus budget, provide variance analysis and actionable insights; prepare and present financial reports to management and investors.
• Business Partnering: act as a trusted advisor to senior management on a wide range of strategic and financial issues; collaborate with cross‑functional teams to evaluate financial impact of initiatives, challenge assumptions and identify areas for cost optimization, growth acceleration or process improvement; communicate financial results to stakeholders.
• Process Improvement: identify opportunities to streamline and improve financial processes, reporting systems, and data accuracy; leverage technology to automate and enhance financial reporting and analysis; help mentor junior team members and build scalable FP&A processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, ideally in a fast‑paced or growth‑oriented environment.
• Experience in the CPG industry or prior experience in management consulting is preferred.
• Professional accounting designation or MBA considered an asset.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving abilities; attention to detail and ability to see the big picture.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non‑financial stakeholders.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and financial planning software.

Benefits

• Opportunity to grow, develop and thrive within a mission‑driven, dynamic, and fast‑growing company.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage and RRSP plans with company match.
• Great office culture with pets.
• Discounted food, apparel and insurance for pets.
• Company‑wide wellness days, personal days and volunteer days.

Hybrid Work

Open Farm uses a structured hybrid approach: all employees are expected to be in the office at least two days per week, with Tuesday and Thursday as anchor days. Each month, leadership dedicates three consecutive on‑site days when everyone joins in person to foster alignment and connection.

Values

We Raise the Bar | We Open the Barn Doors | We Graze Lightly | We Are Customer Obsessed | We Are One Team | Win‑Win Partnerships

EEO Statement

Open Farm values diversity in its workforce and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Applicants requiring disability‑related accommodation should contact [e-mail]. As required by legislation, Open Farm will consult with applicants requesting accommodation to ensure our recruitment process takes accessibility needs into account.