The Opportunity:

As part of Maple Leaf Food’s Finance team, the SG&A Manager is responsible for forecasting, reporting and analysis of selling, general and admin (SG&A) costs and manufacturing centralized costs. This position works closely with senior leadership, SG&A and Centralized cost center owners, and interacts with all areas of finance such as A/P, A/R, General Accounting, and Operations & Supply Chain Finance. Success in this position will be achieved by consistently demonstrating strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, organizational skills, attention to detail and the Maple Leaf values.  This position reports directly to the Finance Director, Financial Planning & Analysis.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by June 17. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Lead the SG&A and Centralized budgeting process, including building cost centre budgets, consolidation and analysis of submissions, supporting the calculation of SG&A and centralized allocation models, uploading into financial systems, and preparing presentation materials.
• Manage the monthly close process for SG&A and Centralized, including preparing and approving Blackline journal entries, coordinating cross-company invoicing, timely & accurate closing, creating variance analysis reports, validation reports, preparing and distributing monthly spend & headcount reports, and updating presentation materials
• Create periodic forecasts, update run-rate analysis and risk & opportunities, working with the functional teams to understand variances and corrective action plans where needed
• As a Finance Business Partner, collaborate with senior leadership and functional budget owners, providing valuable insights, advice and recommendations based on historical trends and future modelling
• Provide financial support on special projects and strategic initiatives, and approve Capital Expenditure Requests (CERs) as required
• Conduct regular analysis and reporting as required: quarter over quarter analysis, Accounting Control Questionnaire (ACQ), asset sub-ledger reviews, including any additional ad hoc reporting required by the business
• Support internal and external audits
• Drive financial/business process improvements to achieve effective budget management and business performance
• Manage a direct report, Senior Financial Analyst  

What You’ll Bring:

• 5+ years of progressive finance experience
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in accounting or finance discipline
• A professional accounting designation (e.g. CPA) and/or sound knowledge of accounting principles
• Exposure to an SAP environment would be an asset
• Proven ability to analyze issues, think strategically and develop resourceful solutions
• Well organized, with strong prioritization skills allowing the management of multiple competing tasks
• Strong and effective communication skills and the ability to interact well with all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to continuously improve processes and deliver on planned objectives
• Advanced Microsoft Office (excel) skills and strong system skills preferably in SAP

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.

About Us:

We’re 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. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re 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’re 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.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

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 at accommodations@mapleleaf.com.

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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