Title: Financial Analyst
Department: Finance
Reports to: Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) Business Partner
Schedule: Hybrid: 3 days in the office/ 2 days from home.
Location: Kitchener, ON
Company Background
Carlsberg Canada Inc. (CCI) is the Canadian Division of Carlsberg Breweries A/S which is the World’s 3rd largest brewer and one of the fastest growing brewers in the World. With over 100 beer brands in our portfolio Carlsberg sells beer in over 140 countries worldwide while producing beer under license in over 40 countries. Carlsberg Canada recently purchased Waterloo Brewing Ltd. so Carlsberg Canada includes the production, distribution and commercialization of Carlsberg and Waterloo products as well as various co-manufacturing partnerships.
Role Summary
Financial Analyst plays a crucial role within the organization, reporting to the ISC Finance Business Partner. This role serves as a bridge between the organization and Supply Chain Management, with a primary focus on achieving ISC (Integrated Supply Chain) savings and efficiencies. Key responsibilities include supporting Supply Chain function with financial analysis for decision-making, coordinating the annual budgeting and quarterly estimating process, ensuring timely and accurate month-end closing and reporting globally, and driving efficiency projects in collaboration with Managers while providing financial input for business plans.
Accountabilities:
- Responsible for gathering and analyzing financial data, generating financial reports and statements for ISC functions (Production/Logistics/Procurement), and managing relevant stakeholders.
- Ensure the Month End Closing process is completed with high quality and in a timely manner, including preparing the latest estimates and budgets for ISC functions.
- Support efforts to simplify, structure, and enhance transparency in reporting, aiming to improve efficiencies within ISC finance processes.
- Monitor and track savings initiatives within ISC functions and overall cost development, ensuring transparency and follow-up.
- Participate actively in developing strategies for local ISC functions and assist in the annual budgeting process and preparing estimates.
- Ensure structured and rigorous development of business cases and investments.
- Provide support for Group and local initiatives, including data gathering and analysis, ad-hoc reporting, scenario development and validation, and other finance-related tasks to facilitate informed decision-making.
- Conduct accurate analysis on variances, identifying Risks & Opportunities.
- Ensure proper utilization of ERP and other reporting and analysis systems within designated areas of responsibility.
- Collaborate across functions and organizations, particularly with ISC functions, FP&A team, and local/regional management.
Qualifications:
- A University/College degree in accounting is required, a professional accounting designation such as CPA, or actively working towards obtaining one is considered an asset.
- 3+ years of experience in an accounting role with at least one year of professional experience in controlling, with a significant portion focused on supply chain functions such as production, logistics, and procurement.
- Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, is required. Knowledge of Power BI will be viewed as an asset.
- Hands-on experience with accounting databases and ERP systems (MS Business Central)
- Proficient in both independent and team-based work.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to think in terms of cause and consequence.
- Capable of meeting critical deadlines during month-end cycles during budget/forecasts.
- Enthusiastic about improving and automating system processes.
Here's what awaits you:
We're asking for dedication, but you'll find ample rewards in:
- Continuous learning: Guidance from mentors and structured training initiatives
- Opportunities for career growth, including internationally.
- A purpose-driven company with ambitious goals
- A relaxed, social work environment with enthusiastic colleagues
We provide a competitive base salary along with a comprehensive benefits package that is fully covered by the employer. This package includes a range of benefits such as dental care, disability insurance, extended health coverage, a healthcare spending account, life insurance, paid time off, RRSP matching, tuition reimbursement, vision care, casual dress code, participation in company events, the option for remote work, and a fantastic Beer Benefit. Eligible employees may also receive bonuses as part of our supplemental pay options.
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At Carlsberg our diverse perspectives, unique abilities and experiences make us who we are across the Group. With so many iconic brands, we know our differences are what make us stand out. WELCOME YOU is our commitment to promoting this culture and embracing it across all areas of our business. Carlsberg is a place where each of us belongs and where we can be at our best. For us success has always been in the diverse mix of our people, our beers and our brands. We want to recruit and develop people with a global mindset, cultural understanding, and international experience to ensure that our organization stays agile, inclusive, and prepared for future growth. Only by acknowledging and harvesting from different perspectives and experiences, will we gain competitive advantage and leverage the effect of diversity for business growth. Carlsberg aims to create equal access to opportunity regardless of social identity, and we encourage everyone to apply regardless of gender, nationality, race, religion, disabilities, or any other characteristics.