Sr. Analyst, Finance

MasterBrand, Inc.; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MasterBrand, Inc. is seeking a Senior Analyst, Finance Operations to support budgeting, forecasting, and performance management at our Winnipeg manufacturing facility. This hybrid role combines remote and on-site work, emphasizing collaboration with cross-functional teams and requires an accounting background alongside strong analytical skills. The position offers opportunities for personal growth and the chance to significantly contribute to our manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years of accounting experience.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to analyze complex data.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.
• Perform financial modeling and analysis.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accounting

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Oracle Planning and Budgeting Cloud Services

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

Job description

Job Description

ABOUT THE JOB:

The Senior Analyst, Finance Operations is a key position reporting to the Controller in the C-Box Operations team. They will support the performance management of the Winnipeg manufacturing operations. This position will be responsible for aspects of budgeting, forecasting, monthly close, compliance, reporting, performance analysis, and special projects as they arise. This position requires the ability to work effectively individually and on teams within a matrix organization while handling multiple priorities across functions and levels throughout the business. In addition, this position requires a developing knowledge in accounting, finance, financial control, systems, information analysis and reporting.

YOUR ROLE:

• Assists with the preparation and review of the annual budget, periodic forecasts, and operating plans.
• Performs assigned close tasks accurately and timely.
• Prepares assigned journal entries and account reconciliations and substantiations.
• Assists with the assessment of monthly financial performance, including root cause analysis, and highlighting performance improvement areas to the operations team.
• Performs profitability assessments on product lines, customers, capital investments, and other business decisions.
• Ensures financial integrity by following established procedures and company internal controls that are in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), MasterBrand policies, Code of Conduct, and other applicable guidelines. Ensures the financial statements are prepared in the same accordance.
• Performs financial modeling and trend and sensitivity analyses.
• Assists in the maintenance and accuracy of standard costing.
• Prepares and coordinates capital expenditure requests as well as participates in long term capital planning.
• Plans and leads annual inventory count and ensures effective controls for an accurate count
• Supports inventory and other asset control.
• Develops detailed knowledge of accounting systems such as Oracle Planning and Budgeting Cloud Services/ SmartView, Insight, and Friedman).
• Maintains financial integrity by following established procedures, policies, and internal controls.
• Maintains professional and technical accounting knowledge through appropriate training and education.
• Develops in-depth knowledge of all MasterBrand strategic business units. Leverages ideas from other reviews and co-workers to provide value-added recommendations and best practices to others.
• Demonstrates teamwork by responsively collaborating with the Finance management and staff, sharing information and ideas, proactively seeking, and accepting constructive feedback.
• Consistently demonstrates the MasterBrand Way, positioning the company for growth and helping identify opportunities to reduce waste, complexity, and improve our work environment.
• Participates in company efforts related to ethics and compliance activities.
• Performs other duties and participates in special projects as assigned.
  
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The individual must be able to remain in a stationary position for 90% of the time and constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. This includes typing, clicking, and writing. Frequently positions self to maintain information in drawers and shelving. The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information. Ability to read documents, emails, and computer screens, as well as see details on printed materials and presentations. Consistently works in an indoor setting.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position is hybrid - work from home / on-site at the Winnipeg, MB KC Manufacturing Plant, where the individual should be able to work efficiently and independently from the manufacturing facility to complete assigned tasks and meet deadlines. When working at the Winnipeg facility, the individual must effectively communicate with others in the office and may need to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds. Additionally, the individual is expected to travel 5% to 10% of the time to support other sites' physical inventories, attend finance conferences, and participate in other lean events. This travel will require overnight stays and might last multiple days.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• An undergraduate degree in Accounting (Finance, Economics, or equivalent also to be considered).
• Certified Public Accountant (or Chartered Accountant equivalent), Certified Management Accountant, and/or Master of Business Administration preferred.
• Minimum 1-3 years of accounting experience - with manufacturing experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and/or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Sarbanes Oxley, cost accounting and accounting acumen.
• Positive, and solution-orientated attitude and approach.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills, enabling for effective, cross-functional collaboration required.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to shape complex data into meaningful operational analysis.
• Highly organized with the ability to multi-task and manage a diverse spectrum of tasks and responsibilities timely.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Outlook). Intermediate or advanced Excel skills required.
• Knowledge and experience Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and/or Material Requirements Planning (MRP) such as Oracle and Mainframe are preferred.
• Ability to travel 5-10% annually (North America).
  
  
  

Additional Information

For nearly 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. That, combined with our stylish products, expansive dealer and retail network, and dedicated associates, has helped make us the number one North American residential cabinet business. Our unique culture of continuous improvement is based on trusting the tools, empowering the team and moving forward, and is kept alive by our more than 14,000 associates across 20 plus manufacturing facility and offices. Visit www.masterbrand.com to learn more and join us in building great experiences together!

Equal Employment Opportunity

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Reasonable Accommodations

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at [e-mail].