Finance Analyst Full-time Job

The Finance Analyst (FA) assists in coordinating the financial reporting and analysis activities in the Saskatoon operation.  This position works closely with operations to accurately reflect the results, ensure internal controls are in place and monitored, and provide expertise and support

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

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Reporting of the Weekly Vitals and Period End P&L Report
• Investigate variances, determine root causes, and recommend actions to minimize.
• Provide overhead management support to assigned Budget Manager and Finance Manager. 

• Understand driving activities and provide analytics to assist management.  Put controls in place to minimize variances and meet with stakeholders to review monthly results
• Assist in the annual overhead budgeting process.
• Play a key role in key tasks of the period end close process. 
• Complete analysis and reporting on balance sheet accounts relating to Operations and ensure controls are in place, and items are accounted for.
• Collaborate with Finance Manager on special projects as assigned.
• Provide coverage for Finance Team Members as required.
• Design, test, implement and maintain procedures
• Provide leadership in formulating reports (both recurring and ad-hoc) which highlight opportunities and our progress in minimizing costs.
• Provide analytical support to the Saskatoon facility.
• Be active and participate in Six Sigma projects.  

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-secondary education in an Accounting program
• Proficiency with MS Office, especially Excel and MS Access
• Knowledge of SAP or an ERP environment is an asset
• The ability to work cross-functionally
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong leadership and team building skills

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.
• 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.

Were a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Lets build a better future, together.
Were passionate about food. For more than 100 years, weve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® Were on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company not just in Canada but on earth.
We are carbon neutral.
We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
We aim to reduce our environmental footprint by 50% by 2025.
Were a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.