Finance Analyst - External Reporting

The Opportunity:

Boost your career and come join our professional, motivated, and fun-loving finance team working for a Canadian-based public company. Reporting to the Senior Manager, External Reporting, you will play a key role in the quarterly and annual close process, financial statement preparation, and month end close. You will continue to grow your knowledge of external reporting requirements and IFRS as part of the team responsible for preparation of external financial statements and MD&A.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by May 20. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Reason for vacancy:
Incremental Headcount
Base Salary: $59, – $87, CAD base pay annually

The above base salary reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job- related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

Preparation of financial statements, financial statement notes and MD&A sections for external reporting

Assisting in the period/quarter/year-end close process, including completion of monthly management reporting

Preparation of journal entries into SAP and Business Planning Consolidation (BPC);

Preparation of the monthly consolidation and intercompany balancing

Support the external audit and reviews through preparation of responses to inquiries

Preparation of balance sheet reconciliations and follow-ups;

Assist External Reporting Finance and other functional groups with specific requests or analysis of account balances;

Perform ad hoc financial accounting analysis and financial reporting as required; and

Other duties and special projects, as required.

Process review and proactive continuous improvement;

What You’ll Bring:

Enrolled and working toward an Accounting Designation

Experience with public company reporting whether through public accounting or experience with at a public company

University degree Finance/Accounting

Ability to work with a positive attitude and in a professional manner

Lead continuous improvement initiatives

Enjoy working in a fast paced, changing environment

Strong communication skills

Detailed oriented person

Possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Strong Excel skills

Ability to work with minimum supervision and be a dedicated team player

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.