Senior Finance Analyst

Canada Packers; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading meat processing company in Mississauga, Canada, is seeking a Sr. Finance Analyst to provide financial leadership and analysis supporting various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting with excellent analytical and Excel skills. We offer a hybrid work model and competitive benefits starting on your first day of employment.

Benefits

Competitive Health and Wellness benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching

Opportunities to develop skills and progress career

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Education in Accounting or Business required.
• Accounting Designation is preferred or actively working towards CPA.
• Must have excellent systems skills, analytical skills and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Act as a champion for our culture by fostering a positive environment.
• Prepare market data reporting and track commodity market performance.
• Lead period-end financial activities with adherence to month-end schedules.
• Provide financial reporting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Explain variances of actuals vs forecast/budget.

Skills

Excellent systems skills

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel skills

Strong attention to detail

Strong problem-solving skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Post-Secondary Education in Accounting or Business

Accounting Designation or working towards CPA

Tools

SAP ERP

Power BI

Job description

Proudly raised; Responsibly made. Canada Packers is building the global standard for sustainable pork. Raised with care. Crafted with purpose. Trusted around the world. We are a values-based organization that thrives on collaboration. Whether on a farm, production line, or in an office environment, team members embrace accountability and a continuous improvement mindset to drive sustained business growth. Join us and be part of an exciting journey where your talent and passion can make a real impact!

About This Opportunity:

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Sr. Finance Analyst provides financial leadership, support and analysis to the finance and sales teams. The role requires that the incumbent work closely with various stakeholders for budgeting, forecasting and analysis.

Any Canada Packers team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by December 1, 2025. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Responsibilities:

• Consistent with our leadership values, act as a champion for our culture by participating in the development and execution of a positive and productive environment focused on the needs of our people.
• Prepare market data reporting and track commodity market-based performance.
• Lead period-end financial activities. Ensure adherence to tight month-end schedule, prepare closing journal entries and complete account reconciliations.
• Responsible for financial reporting, forecasting, and performance analysis for the assigned channels/business units.
• Interpret financial results and provides financial insights to internal stakeholders including Sales, Operations etc.
• Explain variances of actuals vs forecast/budget and communicate results effectively to internal business partners.
• Supports weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual deliveries with a high degree of accuracy and ownership.
• Provide guidance and coaching to non-finance managers regarding issues of financial control and compliance.
• Support the overall budget process by coordinating with market, plant and other business units.
• Ensure all company financial policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Support month-end trade promotion and deduction reconciliations, including validation of customer claims and preparation of required accruals.
• Monitor and analyze trade spend vs. forecast, highlighting key variances and partnering with Sales to resolve discrepancies and improve accuracy.
• Basic understanding for P& L, forecasting and COGS.

Skills & Experience:

• Post-Secondary Education in Accounting or Business required.
• Accounting Designation is preferred or actively working towards CPA.
• Must have excellent systems skills, analytical skills and advanced Excel skills.
• Demonstrated personal leadership.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to present financial information to non-financial functions.
• SAP ERP experience is a plus.
• Power BI and BA experience is a plus.

What We Offer:

• Values based culture.
• Hybrid work model for eligible roles.
• 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.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.

We thank all applicants for their interest, 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 is a critical component of our culture. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Recruitment Team at [e-mail]. Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the Canada Packers Careers Page are not a reflection of Canada Packers and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. We offer competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Recruitment Team.

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