Job Summary

As a member of the Conagra Canada Finance leadership team, you will act as a valued business partner to the broader Conagra Finance teams. You will own the update and maintenance of Conagra’s planning and analytics tools and provide the business with analytics on monthly, quarterly and annual variances to forecast and plan. You will oversees the efficient operation and effectiveness of financial systems and programs,  provide guidance and leadership to staff of one FA and one SFA, partner with business to provide recommendations and support sound decision making based on accurate and reliable financial data, and effectively lead small teams for ad-hoc projects. May be required to engage in business partnering, analytics, AOP & Strat Plan, monthly forecasting, Metrics & Scorecards, and/or Period close in addition to cashflow forecasting and FX scenario planning.  Minimum 7 years related experience is required.

Position Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of 2 professionals, including recruiting, selecting, onboarding, and training employees; developing personal growth opportunitiesServe as a business partner for accounting and finance related questions.  This will involve the ability to assess business needs, resolve risks and opportunities in a timely manner, and clear communication of issues/business resultsLead the preparation and compilation of the annual operating plan (AOP) and strategic plan for the full P&L and related balance sheet accountsUpdate the monthly forecast based on business changes in partnership with broader finance teams. Analyze and communicate changes forecast over forecast with clear driversLead month-end/quarter-end close activities to ensure completion of FP&A deliverables including identification and resolution of unusual items and issues in a timely mannerProvide comprehensive financial analysis and models for various requests depending on the ask (product development, customer analysis, competitive analysis, pricing, etc.)Maybe involved in projects that will rotate and span across several different financial disciplines including, but not limited to FP&A, new product development, manufacturing investments, and in-market investmentsLead the development of metrics, scorecards and reporting for Canadian FP&A teamSuport maintenance and design of monthly cash flow forecasts and working capital submissionEvaluate and deliver periodic metrics, scorecards and reportsLead Finance functional initiatives as requestedPartner with IT to find technological solutions that create process efficienciesProvide FP&A support as neededMember of the Canadian Finance Leadership Team

Supervision:

Reports to Director Finance

Qualifications, Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance requiredMBA or CPA/CMA/CGA certification requiredMinimum 7 years of professional general business and financial experiencePrevious experience managing a team requiredProven ability to self motivate in a fast paced environment, ability to deal with ambiguity, change and a dynamic business environmentBackground and experience in P&L management, along with knowledge of financial systems and general accounting conceptsProven ability to develop strong relationships and partnerships with internal customers, peers and effectively manage those relationshipsDemonstrated ability to work across multiple departments to complete a project or resolve an organizational challengeProficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)Experience with SAP or other software tools preferredDemonstrated critical thinking skills, including leveraging analytics, benchmarking, and insights to generate meaningful strategies and solutions.

Our Modern Workplace:  

Conagra’s culture of collaboration enhances our ability to meet critical business goals, deliver value to customers and consumers and provide you with the flexibility you need to achieve a better work-life balance. We carefully consider each role and how often each team member needs to collaborate in person. This position requires you to work from our Mississauga office 3 days a week.  

 

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Compensation:

Pay Range:$98,000-$146,000

The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees’ equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.

Our Benefits:

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

Health: Comprehensive healthcare benefits, mental wellbeing support and wellness spending accountWealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, wealth accumulation program and access to discountsGrowth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursementBalance: Paid-time off, flexible work-schedules, Employee & Family Assistance Program and volunteer opportunities

Our Company:

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like POGO®, VH Sauces® and Orville Redenbacher®.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or any other protected factor. Conagra  is committed to working with and providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email Canada.Recruitment@conagrafoods.com. We will make a determination on your request for accommodation on a case-by-case basis.