Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

Job Description

SUMMARY: The Director of Finance, Manufacturing Division, at Samuel, Son & Co., Ltd. is responsible for consolidated financial reporting and analysis in support of the Division. The position will develop and use monitoring tools and scorecards to measure performance, conduct operational reviews for continued improvement in efficiencies, assess risks and opportunities, and develop analysis and insights that support financial, commercial and operational decision making to optimize Samuel enterprise value and return on investment. The ideal candidate will have managerial level experience combined with experience in consolidated financial reporting and operational finance experience in a manufacturing environment. Working closely with business unit and Corporate stakeholders, this position reports to the Vice President Finance Operations. Here are some of the great benefits that we offer: Competitive Salary Company-paid health and dental benefits Paid vacation and an annual bonus Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company match Opportunity for career stability and growth Tuition reimbursement program Flexibility with start and end times (depending on circumstances and position) Protective personal equipment is provided or cost of purchase is reimbursed Affinity group for women (dependent on location) On-the-job training RESPONSIBILITIES: REPORTING: Responsible for the preparation of Manufacturing Head Office and Divisional consolidated monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and related analysis comparing results with budget, forecasts and prior period, while ensuring deadlines and performance standards are met CONTROLS: Responsible for monitoring compliance with all corporate policies and procedures, enhancing internal controls, and adherence to IFRS including compliance with local, state and federal reporting responsibilities MANAGEMENT PRESENTATIONS: Prepare monthly and quarterly business review packages and related analysis to support management presentations, identifying areas of opportunities and risks FINANCIAL PLANNING: Manage the financial planning and forecasting process, building both the quarterly, annual and long-range financial plans and targets that are aligned with strategic objectives. Drive an efficient and effective process for developing financial budgets including timeline, budget templates and preparing budget deliverables while engaging all internal stakeholders OPERATIONAL/COMMERCIAL ANALYSIS: Interface with internal and external stakeholders and monitor performance against plan, conduct extensive customer, product line, product manufacturing, and ROI analysis interpreting results and trends and identifying areas of improvement impacting sales, gross margin, operating profit, cost savings, working capital, etc. GROWTH SUPPORT: Understand key business drivers for long-term sustainable growth, as well as develop predictive analytics and tools to support the portfolio in achieving profitable growth BUSINESS DECISION SUPPORT: Review all capital projects for conceptual and financial soundness. Develop ad-hoc modeling and analysis to support business decisions. Partner with cross-functional teams to develop tools that provide critical financial and operational information and KPIs. Assist with M&A due diligence process, post-acquisition integration into Samuel reporting and operating processes, etc. TEAM: Develop, mentor and guide the activities of the finance and accounting teams, including supporting the Manufacturing Business Unit Finance Leads RELATIONSHIPS: Build great working relationships with all internal stakeholders (sales, operations, purchasing) including Centers of Excellence (Shared Services, Treasury, Tax, Credit, HR, IT) and interface with external stakeholders, including auditors SPECIAL PROJECTS: Any other special projects as deemed necessary QUALIFICATIONS: University Graduate with an Accounting/Finance and/or Business Administration degree, MBA and/or a professional designation; excellent knowledge of IFRS 8+ years of progressive FP&A, costing and operational finance management experience Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is required Progressive managerial experience is required, with strong people and project management skills Excellent knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and IFRS Experience with ERP systems and proficient in the use of various software programs Advanced knowledge of Excel Knowledge of Hyperion (HFM) and Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations is an asset