Sr. Finance Analyst - External Reporting

Canada Packers Inc.; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 81,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health and wellness benefits

Defined contribution pension

Job summary

Canada Packers Inc. seeks a Sr. Finance Analyst to support IFRS consolidated financial statements and disclosure obligations for a TSX-listed company. You will collaborate with Finance, Legal and external auditors to ensure timely, accurate reporting.

Your responsibilities include period-end close, intercompany eliminations, working papers, SEDAR+ filings and maintaining control documentation, with process-improvement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in accounting or business is required.
• CPA designation preferred or actively working towards CPA.
• Experience in external/financial reporting for a public company or public accounting is strongly preferred.
• Strong IFRS knowledge and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and solid systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare IFRS consolidated financial statements with notes.
• Coordinate period-end close, intercompany eliminations, and journal entries.
• Support MD&A drafting and cross-reference with earnings materials.
• Liaise with external auditors during reviews and year-end audit.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Analytical skills

Excel

Financial reporting

Leadership

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Education

Post-secondary Education in Accounting or Business

CPA pursuit (designated or in progress)

Tools

SAP

Workiva

Power BI

Excel

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 Manager, External Reporting, the Sr. Finance Analyst supports the preparation of the Company’s consolidated financial statements under IFRS and its continuous disclosure obligations as a publicly listed (TSX) issuer. The role works closely with stakeholders across Finance, Legal and the external auditors to deliver accurate, timely and compliant external financial reporting.

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 the quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements under IFRS – including the statements of financial position, income, comprehensive income, changes in equity and cash flows – together with the related note disclosures.
• Support preparation of the Management’s Discussion & Analysis (MD&A), ensuring consistency and accurate cross-referencing between the MD&A, financial statements, earnings release and investor materials.
• Lead period-end close activities related to consolidation, including intercompany eliminations, closing journal entries and account reconciliations, while adhering to a tight reporting calendar.
• Prepare and maintain working papers, disclosure checklists and support schedules that evidence compliance with IFRS and support the Company’s external filings.
• Coordinate the quarterly and annual filing process on SEDAR+, ensuring documents are complete, accurate and filed within regulatory deadlines.
• Act as a key liaison with the external auditors, preparing audit-ready support and resolving queries during quarterly reviews and the year-end audit.
• Research and document technical accounting matters and assist in preparing accounting position memos (e.g., biological assets, leases, revenue recognition, financial instruments and business combinations).
• Support the Company’s internal control over financial reporting and the NI 52-109 (CEO/CFO) certification process, including maintaining control documentation and performing controls testing.
• Perform analytical review of results for reasonableness and prepare variance explanations to support the quarterly reporting and earnings process.
• Contribute to process improvement and automation initiatives that streamline and strengthen the close and external reporting cycle.
• Ensure all company financial policies, procedures and applicable accounting standards are adhered to.

Skills & Experience

• Post-Secondary Education in Accounting or Business required.
• Accounting Designation is preferred or actively working towards CPA.
• Experience in external / financial reporting for a publicly listed company, or audit experience from public accounting, is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of IFRS and the continuous disclosure requirements applicable to reporting issuers.
• Must have strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS), excellent systems and 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.
• Experience with consolidation and/or disclosure management software (e.g., Workiva) is an asset.
• Power BI and BA experience is a plus.

This posting is for a current vacancy on our team.

What We Offer

• Values based culture.
• The expected annual compensation for this role is $81,000 - $104,000 per year. This includes base salary and eligibility for our annual incentive program. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity.
• 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.