Senior Finance Business Partner

Organigram Global; London; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Finance Business Partner in London, Ontario. This role involves strategic financial leadership, analyzing operational efficiencies, and collaborating with teams to enhance profitability. Ideal candidates will possess significant experience in finance and strong communication skills to influence decisions effectively.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with 4+ years in operational finance roles.
• Related industry experience in consumer-packaged goods and/or manufacturing preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to assess risks and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Operations leadership to develop financial strategies that align with business objectives.
• Lead capital expenditure planning and ROI analysis.
• Monitor financial metrics and provide actionable recommendations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Financial modeling

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA, CFA or MBA designation

Tools

ERP systems

Data visualization tools

Job description

The Senior Finance Business Partner will serve as a strategic business partner to the Operations team, delivering critical financial insights, optimizing processes, and ensuring financial strategies align with operational objectives. This role oversees site profit and loss (P&L), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), cost tracking, expense analysis, and financial forecasting to drive profitability and efficient resource allocation. By owning KPI reporting and analysis, the Senior Finance Business Partner collaborates with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiency. This role demands expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting, as well as strong cross-functional collaboration to achieve impactful and sustainable results.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Finance Leadership and Business Partnering

· Partner with Operations leadership to develop and execute financial strategies that align with business objectives

· Act as a key advisor to the Operations team, providing financial insights to support data-driven decision-making

· Collaborate with the Operations team to optimize cost management and improve profitability across product lines

· Lead capital expenditure (Capex) planning, tracking, and ROI analysis to ensure alignment with strategic priorities

· Evaluate and analyze major capital projects to provide recommendations on financial viability and strategic fit

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess the financial implications of operational strategies and investments

· Drive post-investment reviews to evaluate the success and ROI of completed projects

· Develop and maintain strong relationships with operational stakeholders to influence and drive financial accountability

· Ensure alignment between financial performance metrics and operational KPIs

Financial Reporting and Analysis and Costing:

· Monitor key financial metrics, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations to mitigate risks and capture opportunities

· Conduct in-depth analyses of cost structures, production efficiencies and other operational drivers

· Own and maintain standard costs for the facility, ensuring accuracy and alignment with production processes

· Perform variance analysis to identify cost discrepancies, investigate root causes (i.e. material, labor, or overhead), and recommend corrective actions

· Support the sites’ annual and long-range financial planning process, in collaboration with the Corporate FP&A team

· Develop cost inputs for new product P&Ls

Process Improvement and Optimization

· Lead initiatives to streamline financial processes and improve reporting accuracy and timeliness

· Drive standardization and automation of financial systems and tools to enhance efficiency

· Requirement to spend time within production facility to learn processes and identify opportunities for savings and operational efficiencies

· Monitor and analyze waste in production to identify inefficiencies and optimize overall costs

Team Leadership and Development:

· Provide coaching and development opportunities to team members, ensuring skill alignment with organizational needs

Compliance and Risk Management

· Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and regulatory requirements

· Partner with internal audit and external auditors to address any operational finance-related issues

· Proactively identify and manage financial risks within the Operations function

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

· CPA, CFA or MBA designation

· 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with most recent 4+ years focused on operational finance roles

· Related industry experience in consumer-packaged goods and/or manufacturing (Cannabis experience is an asset)

Skills and Competencies:

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail

· Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization

· Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, ERP systems, and data visualization tools

· Demonstrated ability to lead and drive change in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

· Proven track record of delivering results through effective financial planning and operational partnership

· Financial acumen with the ability to assess and manage risks while identifying strategic opportunities for cost savings and efficiency

· Experience in managing and analyzing operational KPIs to drive efficiency improvements

· Knowledge of process automation and data integration techniques to enhance financial reporting accuracy