Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst

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Employment Type: Regular

Location: ETOBICOKE,ON

Bimbo Canada is a market leading producer and distributor of packaged fresh bread, bakery and snacking products with brands such as Dempster's®, Villaggio®, POM®, Bon Matin®, Ben's®, Stonemill,® McGavins,® Oroweat®, Vachon® and Takis®. The company operates 17 bakeries and employs approximately 4,200 associates across Canada. Bimbo Canada pursues the goal of creating value by being at the forefront of manufacturing and service delivery innovation in the baking industry through the continued improvement and refinement of its supply chain network. Bimbo Canada serves major grocery chains, retail outlets and food service operations across Canada with a robust offering of both branded and private label products.

Opportunity

Bimbo Canada is looking for a Financial Analyst to support our Financial Planning & Analysis team with a variety of responsibilities, including, but not limited to financial modeling & analysis, variance reporting, closing of period end, forecasting, preparation of the annual budget, and other ad-hoc responsibilities. #LI-Hybrid #LI-RM1

Responsibilities

• Preparation and review of monthly results, performing root cause variance analysis versus budget, prior year, and other benchmarks as required
• Deep understanding of the business and related period end financial drivers of comprehensive Profit & Loss Statements such as commercial volumes, pricing, margins, manufacturing & logistics spend, SG&A, non-operational income / expenses, capital investments, etc.
• Work closely cross functionally to prepare monthly / quarterly financials, and be able to identify and detail relevant drivers
• Development and presentation of Bimbo Canada's monthly and quarterly reports
• Communicate business results to Finance leaders and Internal stakeholders
• Accountable for development, production and optimization of information databases and standard reporting
• Leverage previous experience and learn to optimize current processes, reporting, daily tasks, etc.
• Other Ad-hoc financial / business projects and reporting as required

Hiring Criteria

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including VBA / Macros)
• Possess strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of audiences
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi task in a high paced work environment
• Must be a proactive, team player who has the ability to work with limited supervision
• University or College degree in Accounting / Finance / Business
• CPA / CFA designation or enrollment in CPA / CFA Certification Program considered an asset
• Experience in Financial Planning & Analysis and / or consumer packaged goods considered an asset

Please note all offers of employment at Bimbo Canada are conditional on the successful completion of appropriate background checks (including but not limited to criminal history, reference, credit and/or physical demands checks) as appropriate for the role and as permitted by law.

Bimbo Canada is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, equity and belonging in the workplace, and encourages applications from qualified people of all genders, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. We welcome applications from all interested individuals; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job seekers with disabilities who require accommodation during the recruitment process, or would like more details about accessibility, should contact Bimbo Canada Accessibility at CB_Accessibility@grupobimbo.com.