Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Overview

A senior financial position in the company with the following primary responsibilities: all treasury & lender financial administration, reporting, and forecasting; FX policy compliance, monitoring and forecasting; financial management reporting and sensitivity analysis; annual budget preparation and reporting; cash flow planning and forecasting; design and implementation of internal audit reporting and financial business process reviews; full cycle accounting for corporate holding companies including year-end working paper preparation and financial statement preparation; corporate income tax planning, remittances and working paper preparation. A key role in developing internal management reporting and analysis to assist Senior management in their evaluation of ROI effectiveness and resource deployment.

Core Skills/Competencies and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators):

Quality / Accuracy Orientation

Strong Research & Analysis skill

Time Management

Accountability / Dependability

Planning and Organizing

Team work

Problem Solving

Ethics and Integrity

Decision Making / Judgment

Attention to detail

Communication (Written/Verbal)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Prepare weekly ABL (Asset Based Lending) borrowing base compliance reports; monthly/annual bank reports and analyses, covenant calculations and projections. Evaluates and monitors the company's cash position and prepares borrowing notices and determines optimal borrowing requirements as per company policy and credit agreement.

· Prepares financial reports and analyses for semi-annual inventory appraisal audits, and independent third-party compliance verification audits as required by Lender.

· Monitors FX financial instruments (forwards, options, swaps) and reports on currency hedging status and performance. Coordinates currency drawdown requirements (multiple currencies) with Finance team and books transactions accordingly.

· Prepares financial statements financial reporting package for external reporting purposes i.e. lenders. As well as internal financial management reporting requirements including budget performance reporting, department P&L reporting, etc.

· Prepares annual budgets and tracks financial relative to the budget. Also prepares cash flow forecasts and other financial forecasts throughout the year. Plays a key role in the preparation of financial models and reporting for multi-year strategic planning.

· Reviews key financial processes and evaluates the effectiveness of internal controls and business procedures and makes recommendations for improvement.

· Completes full cycle accounting for corporate holding companies including the preparation of year-end compliance and review engagement working paper packages. Prepares monthly financial statements for holdco's (as applicable) and prepares year-end draft financial statements for external auditors.

· Prepares year-end audit corporate tax continuity schedules and works with CFO and external tax advisors to ensure tax practices and planning points are identified and managed.

· Participates in cross-functional project teams providing financial expertise in evaluating and monitoring project financial results and effectiveness including ROI analysis and other financial metrics.

Qualifications

· Designated CPA; CA, CGA or CMA.

· Bachelors’ degree in in Accounting or related financial discipline

· 5+ years in a senior financial/accounting role as a financial analyst or comparable role

· Advanced budgeting/forecasting, advanced financial reporting and advanced financial analysis experience

· Advanced Microsoft Excel

· Extensive experience and proficiency with financial report writing tools and software

· Strong ability to analyze financial information and trends to develop effective forecasting models

· Exceptional attention to detail

· Strong ability to work in cross-functional team environments

· Exceptional organizational and communication skills (written and verbal)

· A proven systematic and organized approach to multi-tasking

· Ability to work independently or in a team environment

· Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize work

· Professional, friendly, diplomatic with exceptional interpersonal skills

· Experience with Navision an asset

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

· Office environment – no special physical demands required

Direct Reports

· This does not have direct reports.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

If you are a highly motivated individual with a strong background in financial planning and analysis, we invite you to apply for the position of Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis. We offer competitive compensation packages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within our dynamic organization. To apply, please submit your resume detailing your relevant experience.