ABOUT NL DAIRY CO-OP
You’re proud to live and work in Newfoundland and Labrador – and so are we!
NL Dairy Co-op provides a unique opportunity for you to contribute to the local dairy industry. It is a newly formed co-operative, established by 19 NL dairy farmers which has a binding agreement to purchase Agropur Co-operative’s NL dairy processing and distribution business, including the Central Dairies brand. Our vision is for NL Dairy Co-op products to be the first choice in the dairy aisle, ensuring the long-term sustainability of the local dairy industry. We are building a local team that will be the only fluid milk processor and distributor fully owned and operated by Newfoundlanders and Labradorians.
At NL Dairy Co-op, we value our employees. We are looking for someone who shares our core values of Quality, Commitment, Cooperation and Communication. And if you care about food security, sustainability, supporting local and delivering quality, healthy and nourishing products to our communities, we hope you’ll consider joining our team. When you work with NL Dairy Co-op, you invest in our province and its people. That’s why we’re committed to investing in you, too.
POSITION PROFILE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are looking for a systems thinker who has financial leadership experience, an innate curiosity about the business and is passionate about utilizing technology to deliver accurate, relevant, and timely information to drive the business forward. Reporting to the President and Chief Administrative Officer, you will lead the finance function and be responsible for financial and other management reporting. You will play a key role in ensuring the utilization of information systems to develop and report on key performance indicators to assist other functional area leaders track and meet the organization’s financial targets. If you are interested in getting on a CFO career path and want to grow with our exciting new organization that’s making a difference for local industry in our province, we’d love to chat with you about this exciting opportunity.
You will be responsible for:
- Period-end close and related financial reporting to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT)
- Financial budgeting and monitoring cash flow.
- Tax planning and compliance for all applicable taxes.
- Leading the annual financial reporting and audit process.
- Developing and maintaining all necessary accounting policies and internal controls.
- Leading the finance and business support services team.
- Working with teams to understand profitability drivers, develop KPIs and appropriate reports for tracking.
- Analyzing data to identify trends and insights to inform company decision-making and drive business strategy.
- Assisting with the set-up and implementation of NetSuite ERP system.
- Managing the NetSuite ERP system, ensuring optimal performance and utilization.
- Liaising with the NetSuite vendor for system upgrades, updates, and necessary customizations.
- Assisting with managing IT vendors and contractors, ensuring that they deliver high-quality services that meet the company's needs.
- Leading business process analysis and requirements gathering for software implementations.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and a CPA designation.
- 8+ years of progressive financial experience, with 2 + years of leading a team and ideally in a manufacturing or distribution environment (however not essential).
- Proven experience in financial analytics, budgeting, and key financial metrics
- Experience with ERP systems (Netsuite preferred but not essential) and ideally have led business software implementation.
- Experience in mapping and developing or updating business processes to improve financial and/or operational efficiencies and effectiveness is an asset.
- Strong software application skills including Microsoft 365 tools and ERP systems. Business intelligence and analytics software knowledge would be an asset.
- A collaborative, engaging, and consultative leadership style.
- Ability to bring creative ideas and solutions using data and metrics to drive the business forward.
- Aptitude and interest in process improvement and technology solutions.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
WE’RE PROUD TO OFFER
- Competitive compensation that matches your skills and experience.
- Benefits include paid time off, health and dental benefits, and a matching pension plan.
- Training and professional development to help you grow alongside our business.
- The right tools to get the job done. If it’s important to your success, it’s important to us.
- Flexible/Hybrid work options
HOW TO APPLY
If you want to positively shape a new organization that’s making a difference for local industry in our province, we’d love to hear from you. We believe there is value in a candidate’s passion, curiosity and potential. Applications are welcome from individuals who may not meet all the requirements but bring a unique perspective and a drive to help our team succeed. We are committed to mentoring and developing talent within our organization.
to be considered for this opportunity. We want to fill the role quickly; however, we are keeping the application process open until we find the right candidate.
COME AS YOU ARE
Newfoundland and Labrador Dairy Co-op is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We’re happy to work with any applicant requesting support during the process – please contact us at Recruitment@nldairycoop.ca
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Schedule:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mount Pearl, NL A1N 4T4