Financial Analyst

Lactalis Canada; United States; Hybrid; CAD 78,600 - 98,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-Based Bonus System

4 Weeks of Vacation

Pension Program with Employer Match

Tuition reimbursement plan

Volunteer Day

Job summary

A leading dairy products company in Canada is seeking a Financial Analyst for Management Control. This role involves running the annual budgeting process, producing forecasts, and analyzing business performance. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Finance, a minimum of 3 years of experience, and strong analytical skills. Lactalis Canada offers a flexible hybrid work model, performance-based bonuses, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
• CPA (completed or in progress) is an asset.
• Experience focused on supply chain is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly reporting package comparing actual results against budgets.
• Support month/year close process for P&L accuracy.
• Work with unit heads on budgets and forecasts.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in Excel

Excellent communication skills

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or business

Tools

SAP BW

Power BI

Job description

About Us:

Welcome to Lactalis Canada – where we take pride in being recognized as one of Forbes' 2022 top employers! Our journey revolves around enhancing the lives of Canadians through a rich variety of dairy delights, including some of Canadian’s favourite dairy brands such as Black Diamond Cheese, Lactantia Milk, Astro Yogurt, Balderson Cheese, and Cheestrings. In fact, we’re proud to say our products grace the shelves of an incredible 94% of Canadian households!

With a 140-year legacy driven by innovation and unwavering quality, we’re seeking like-minded individuals to join us in shaping our next chapter. Our flexible hybrid work model accommodates 40% remote work, adapting to the evolving needs of our workforce. Step into a collaborative hub with our revamped office, and enjoy free parking, endless coffee, delicious Lactalis snacks, an on-site gym, and more!

About the opportunity:

The Financial Analyst, Management Control (FP&A) will be involved in running the annual budgeting process and producing regular forecasts that show the expected future performance of the business. Playing a key role in the organization, the Financial Analyst, BU Management Control will analyze business trends and past results (P&L), advise on how company performance can be improved and explore potential growth scenarios.

The attributes we are looking for:

• Preparation of the monthly reporting package comparing actual results against budgets, previous year, and forecasts. Provide variance analysis to explain differences in performance and make improvements going forward.
• Support the close process (month/year) ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the P&L
• Work with Business Unit heads to build their annual budgets and monthly rolling forecasts
• Support the Business Unit management control team on preparation of the monthly package, budget consolidation and long-term plan
• Prepare & Monitor performance indicators (KPIs), highlighting trends and analyzing causes of unexpected variance
• Utilizing BI tools to deliver meaningful insights into business performance. Support daily / weekly KPIs analyses vs the budget and previous year
• Ad-Hoc Reporting and Analysis
• Elaborate the action plan initiatives and Risk & Opportunities to the budget / forecast.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliation by reconciling general ledger accounts and explaining variances

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or business
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
• CPA (completed or in progress) is an asset.
• Experience focused on supply chain is an asset but not mandatory.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to connect business and financial "dots" as new issues or opportunities arise.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Detail-oriented
• Good at managing internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Enjoys using Excel and PowerPoint.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to think creatively, highly driven, and self-motivated.
• Proficient with SAP BW environment is an asset.
• Experience with Power BI or related tools is an asset.
• Familiarity with TMS systems is an asset

What Lactalis will offer:

• A Performance-Based Bonus System
• 4 Weeks of Vacation
• A Pension Program with an Employer Match at 100% of up to 6%
• Tuition reimbursement plan of up to $3,000/year
• A Volunteer Day to give back to your community
• Learning and Development opportunities
• A commitment to internal career advancement with potential for international mobility

Our ESG commitment:

Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do.

At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world.

Our commitment to DEI:

Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness! Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities. We apply an equal access to employment program and invite women, aboriginal people, visible minorities, and people with disabilities to apply.

Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained.

Note: Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer.

Compensation:

As part of our commitment to fairness, trust, and transparency and our ambition to be an Employer of Choice, the base salary range for this position is $78,600 – $98,300+.

Please note: Along with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, your actual base salary will be fair, competitive, and be based on your skills, experience, and qualifications