Financial Analyst, Operations

Job Description

Financial Analyst, Operations

To become the world’s greatest baker, we need the world’s greatest team members 

Summary

As Financial Analyst, you will be responsible for preparing sub ledgers for periodic financial statements with analysis forming part of schedules and notes. This role will be coordinating with other teams like IT, Supply Chain, Procurement, Sales and Operations. In addition, this role will play an active role in system improvements and controls by participating in various projects, aid in preparation of management reports, analysis and forecasting, preparation for audits and ensuring statutory compliances.

What FGF Offers: 

• FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training, and unleashing your potential. 
• Competitive Compensation, Health & Welfare Benefits including Vision & Dental, and flexible options at competitive premiums. 
• 401 (k) matching program
• Discount program - Restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc.
• Tuition reimbursement 

Primary Responsibilities

• Analyze the assigned portion of financial statements periodically and performing variance analysis comparing last period and last year results
• Assist in preparing management reports with detailed analytical insights as to reasons for variances
• Assisting with all audit enquiries for our yearly financial audit with proper reasons and backups
• Participate in system improvements and controls in SAP by being an active player and coordinating with other teams
• Monitor internal controls to ensure that accounting activities are in accordance with established legal regulatory and company policies and procedures
• Assisting in forecasting and cashflow projection for management on an ongoing basis
• Create financial models by performing ad-hoc financial analysis to provide financial impact and recommendations to management on a timely basis
• Ensure compliance with all relevant local, provincial, state, and federal tax filings and reporting requirements
• Manage intercompany transactions by ensuring proper controls are in place and co-ordination
• Ensure all financial transactions are recorded properly and prepare periodic accruals
• Prepared schedules and reconciliations for major accounts such as treasury

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Minimum 2 years of accounting and finance experience
• Strong FICO experience in SAP preferrable
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Manufacturing and food industry experience is preferred
• Strong communication, presentation and multi-tasking skills required
• Working towards CPA is an asset

What is the recipe for a great career at FGF? 

Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! FGF is a leading North American bakery company with facilities across the USA and Canada with a specialized focus across all key bakery categories, including naan, muffins, croissants, donuts, cakes, artisan breads, and flatbreads.  

As an innovative company that is continually growing, there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit that encourages all our Team Members to use their creativity and out-of-the-box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.