Senior Financial Analyst

ABL Employment.com; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading North American baking company in Hamilton is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst to support operational finance activities at the bakery level. The candidate will work closely with bakery teams, conducting financial analyses, improving processes, and assisting in the budget preparation. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting and proficiency in Microsoft Excel are required, with preference for candidates having SAP experience. The role offers a competitive hourly wage of $30 to $35 and a Monday to Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of finance experience in Manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of standard costing methods.
• Experience with accounts payable and purchase orders preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process order reporting and inventory management.
• Support annual budget preparation and monthly forecasts.
• Conduct variance analysis and implement improvement solutions.

Skills

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

Our client is a leading North American baking company specializing in frozen baked goods. With multiple bakeries across North America, they are focused on innovation, anticipating consumer trends, and delivering high-quality products. Their values include integrity, ownership, customer focus, creativity, and care, with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and collaboration.

The Senior Finance Analyst will support the Controller by leading operational finance activities at the bakery level. This role works closely with bakery teams to provide daily financial analysis and actionable business insights.

Responsibilities

• Process order reporting and inventory management.
• Drive process/continuous improvement and overall cost control, including variance analysis.
• Capital tracking/management and timely project closures.
• Gather data for month‑end closing and reporting of results.
• Analyze data for accurate financial reports; review with Controller and Bakery Management.
• Identify drivers of variances and provide insightful commentary.
• Support strong internal control environment; identify weaknesses and implement solutions.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve plant and bakery operations efficiency and profitability.
• Assist in annual budget preparation, monthly forecasts, and cost estimates for new product development.
• Support internal and external audits; establish effective communication with peers and personnel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required).
• 2‑3 years of finance experience in Manufacturing with strong understanding of standard costing methods.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required; SAP experience is a strong asset.
• Experience with accounts payable and purchase orders (preferred).
• Strong communication and analytical skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and understand complex business issues.
• Adaptable, self‑starter with initiative and willingness to learn and grow; ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Schedule & Compensation

Mon to Fri 9 am to 5 pm

$30 to $35/hour