Lead plant-level finance activities including month-end close, variance analysis, forecasting, budgeting, CapEx planning, cost and feasibility assessments, and internal controls. Partner with plant leadership to drive profitability, manage three direct reports, and support NA Supply Chain projects and initiatives.
Position Title: Manager, Finance Operations
Position Type: Regular - Full-Time
Requisition ID: 43032
As a member of the NA Operations Finance organization, this position proactively partners with the Plant Leadership teams to drive profitability both at the plant level and overall company. The Operations Finance Manager works collaboratively to drive actions that address opportunities and challenges and plays a critical role in the development of Operations strategies over plants the following plants: Florenceville, Prepared Foods, Grand Falls, Easton.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Compensation Package : $97,500.00 - $130,000.00 . 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 country, provincial and state governing plans 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.
McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know , and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.
Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCain's Global Privacy Policy and Global Employee Privacy Policy , as applicable. McCain leverages AI in the hiring process, though all final decisions are made by humans. You can understand our approach to AI and how your personal information is being handled here .
Job Family: Finance
Location(s): CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Florenceville-Bristol || CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Grand Falls
Company: McCain Foods (Canada)
Position Type: Regular - Full-Time
Requisition ID: 43032
As a member of the NA Operations Finance organization, this position proactively partners with the Plant Leadership teams to drive profitability both at the plant level and overall company. The Operations Finance Manager works collaboratively to drive actions that address opportunities and challenges and plays a critical role in the development of Operations strategies over plants the following plants: Florenceville, Prepared Foods, Grand Falls, Easton.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead Month End Close and Plant Financial Review for locations within responsibility.
- Track and understand monthly plant manufacturing variances
- Work with plant(s) to ensure adequate and proper internal controls
- Provide financial leadership for all strategic initiatives and decisions at the plant(s)
- Lead financial forecasting and budgeting for plant(s)
- Lead CapEx planning, strategy and tracking with plant leadership and ensure effective capital deployment
- Identify and participate in the resolution of potential manufacturing cost problems or opportunities
- Analysis of product costs including year-over-year changes
- Manage the cost and feasibility assessments for new or revised products
- Support computation of formulation and R&D driven savings changes
- Recommend enhancements or tools that improve the effectiveness of the Operations Finance group
- Involved in ad hoc projects, capitals, and initiatives across the NA Supply Chain
- Managing 3 direct reports
- Other duties may be assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- B.S. Degree in Accounting or Finance
- MBA, CPA or CMA preferred
- 7+ years of manufacturing experience preferred, consumer products or food experience a definite plus
- Solid applied understanding of cost management and accounting systems
- Strong technical, analytical and systems skills (Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize workload and multiple projects
- Must be able to investigate complex issues and to conduct root cause analysis to resolve problems
- Flexibility to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment
- Must be self-motivated, independent thinker, possess excellent written and oral communication skills, project a professional image, and interact effectively with all levels and functions within the organization
- Ability to work effectively with Plant Staff, Plant Management and Corporate on a day-to-day basis
Compensation Package : $97,500.00 - $130,000.00 . 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 country, provincial and state governing plans 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.
McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know , and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.
Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCain's Global Privacy Policy and Global Employee Privacy Policy , as applicable. McCain leverages AI in the hiring process, though all final decisions are made by humans. You can understand our approach to AI and how your personal information is being handled here .
Job Family: Finance
Location(s): CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Florenceville-Bristol || CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Grand Falls
Company: McCain Foods (Canada)
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