Finance Manager Canada

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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join our dynamic Canada Business Unit. This strategic and hands-on leadership role is critical in overseeing financial operations, driving business performance, and supporting informed decision-making across the organization. You will act as a trusted advisor to cross-functional leaders, leveraging your financial acumen and operational insight to enhance financial planning, reporting, and governance. The ideal candidate is a proactive finance professional with manufacturing experience and a passion for continuous improvement in a matrixed environment.


Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning Analysis

Lead the budgeting and forecasting cycles, consolidating inputs across brands departments
Prepare insightful monthly variance analysis, bridging actuals to budget/forecast with business context
Operational Finance Business Partnering

Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and product development teams to identify cost drivers and improve margins
Monitor manufacturing variances (labor, materials, overhead), working closely with plant-level stakeholders
Support inventory valuation and costing methodologies to ensure accuracy and efficiency
Reporting Systems

Deliver timely and accurate management reporting packages, KPIs, and dashboards
Prepare financial statements in accordance with GAAP, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and relevance.
Drive continuous improvement in financial processes through automation and system enhancements
Team Leadership Compliance

Manage and develop two direct reports, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning
Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting standards, and compliance with internal/external audit requirement
Strategic Ad Hoc Analysis

Support strategic initiatives with scenario modeling, investment analysis, and business case development.
Provide ad hoc financial insights to the BU leadership team to guide operational and commercial priorities.
Qualifications Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required, with CPA, MBA or CFA designation preferred.
Minimum 3+ years of progressive finance experience, preferably in manufacturing or product-based industries
Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and operational finance
Demonstrated ability to thrive in matrixed organizations, collaborating effectively across functions and geographies
Advanced proficiency in financial reporting, modeling, and ERP systems experience with Power BI or automation tools is a plus
Proven track record in process improvement, reporting automation, and driving continuous financial and operational efficiencies
Strong leadership and communication skills, with experience managing remote or hybrid teams and a reputation for accountability, integrity, and solution-focused execution

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