Sr. Finance Analyst - Supply Chain

Maple Leaf Foods Inc.; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Canada Packers as a Sr Finance Analyst, where you'll provide critical financial analysis supporting indirect purchasing and Freight & Storage. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic, inclusive environment while helping to shape strategic decisions with financial insights. You'll engage directly with cross-functional teams, lead budget processes, and drive cost-saving initiatives in a company dedicated to sustainability and innovation.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Competitive Health and Wellness benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Learning and development opportunities

Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program

Volunteer time off

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive finance experience in an ERP environment.
• Accounting designation or working towards one.
• Detail-oriented with complex financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end activities including accruals and allocations.
• Prepare and distribute accurate and timely reports.
• Lead annual budget process for Freight & Storage.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in finance/business

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Maple Leaf Foods announced that it will be separating into two independent public companies. The new Pork Company, Canada Packers, will be unleashed as a world leading organization producing sustainable meats. This will provide both businesses with a sharper focus to execute their own growth strategy and both are committed to best-in-class strategies.

Canada Packers will be a leader in sustainability produced, premium quality and value-added products. Canada Packers is building its team, and this is an exciting opportunity to join a premium company that is unlocking significant growth potential.

Our job is to make great food.

Canada Packers will embrace Maple Leaf Foods strong values-based culture, where our people are deeply engaged in work that is purposeful, fast-paced, and challenging. We cultivate an open, non-bureaucratic and inclusive workplace that fosters safety and transparency, along with individual leadership and accountability. Each team member has a voice and plays an active role in helping all of us achieve our goals with passion and discipline. We support one another to grow professionally, to learn new skills and to take on challenging experiences in the spirit of continuous improvement.

The Opportunity:

The Sr Finance Analyst will work closely with the business and will be responsible to provide financial analysis supporting indirect purchasing and Freight & Storage, including variance investigation and help identify risks and opportunities. The position also supports vendor spend analysis and various cost saving initiatives by providing financial expertise and support. The individual will partner with indirect purchasing, distribution, and transportation team members and other cross-functional partners.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by June 11. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Perform month-end activities including accruals, allocations, adjusting entries, etc
• Prepare and distribute accurate and timely weekly and monthly reports, including variances explanation
• Perform in depth analysis on Freight & Storage variances (volume and spend) and provide commentary on key trends to management
• Perform in depth analysis on packaging and ingredient spending trends and purchase price variances/
• Lead annual budget process for Freight & Storage and Packaging and Ingredient spend and collaborate with the Distribution team to ensure the budget is complete, accurate and on time
• Maintain SAP pricing for Freight & Storage and Packaging and Ingredient rates and work closely with commercial teams on new business opportunities
• Work with cross-functional teams to analyze, track and measure ongoing cost saving initiatives to help them achieve financial and business targets
• Prepare ad-hoc reports, analyses and other duties as assigned to support strategic decision-making

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-secondary education in a finance / business related program is required
• 3+ years of progressive finance experience in an ERP environment (SAP preferred)
• Accounting designation or working towards one
• Strong analytical background and comfortable with complex financial analysis, detail oriented
• Strong problem solving skills
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills with the ability to present financial information to non-financial functions
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with cost accounting, budgeting process and internal controls

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance—combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting.
• 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.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; 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 and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team [e-mail].

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

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