Position Title: Sr. Financial Analyst, Global Finance Operations
Position Type: Regular - Full-Time
Requisition ID: 45236
About the role.The Sr. Financial Analyst, Global Finance Operations plays a key role in supporting Global Finance and Operations through financial planning, budgeting, cost analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position is responsible for providing insights related to Total Delivered Cost (TDC), budget control, and cost savings programs while helping drive standardization, automation, and digital transformation across Global Operations. The successful candidate will partner closely with finance, manufacturing, and operations teams globally to deliver data-driven recommendations that improve performance and support strategic decision-making.
What you'll be doing.- Lead budget control activities for Operations and Finance G&A expenses, including planning, forecasting, variance analysis, and stakeholder coordination.
- Support and enhance global cost savings programs (SCA/RCO) through reporting, analysis, consolidation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Perform financial analyses related to manufacturing costs, inflation, pricing, product mix, usage trends, and operational performance.
- Maintain and enhance monthly Global TDC reporting, providing actionable insights on actual results versus forecast by region.
- Partner with regional teams to analyze cost drivers and identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiencies.
- Support the implementation and global rollout of standardized methodologies, templates, policies, and training related to cost savings initiatives.
- Develop reporting, benchmarking tools, and analytical frameworks using product costing systems to identify improvement opportunities.
- Monitor compliance with global costing and inventory policies and support governance processes.
- Leverage Business Intelligence tools, including Power BI, to develop dashboards, scorecards, and visual reporting solutions.
- Drive automation, standardization, and adoption of digital and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency, reporting, and decision-making.
What you'll need to be successful.- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in financial analysis, financial planning, accounting, manufacturing finance, or cost management.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience with Power BI and financial reporting tools.
- Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across multiple levels of the organization.
- Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver accurate results under tight deadlines.
- Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, accruals, and financial performance reporting.
- Continuous improvement mindset with demonstrated success identifying and implementing process enhancements.
- Experience within CPG, food manufacturing, or a related manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
- CPA and/or MBA designation is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of AI-enabled tools and technologies (e.g., Claude, Cowork) is considered a strong asset.
About the team.The Global Finance Operations team partners with Finance, Manufacturing, and Operations leaders worldwide to optimize costs, improve financial performance, and support strategic decision-making. This role reports to the Director, Finance Global Operations and collaborates extensively with regional finance teams, manufacturing leaders, and corporate stakeholders to drive consistency, transparency, and continuous improvement across the global organization. This position does not have direct reports.
Compensation Package: $81,600.00 - $108,900.00 . CAD annually + Bonus Eligibility
The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Benefits: At McCain, we're on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well-being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person's needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well-being programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Well-being programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned with applicable law and can vary by work level, location, and nature of the role. Additional benefit detail available during the application process.
Your well-being matters to us, and we're here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work - and at home.
Job Family: Finance
Location(s): CA - Canada : Ontario : Toronto
Company: McCain Foods (Canada)