About this role
\r\n\r\nJob Description\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nThe Opportunity:\r\n\r\nBoost your career and come join our professional, motivated, and fun-loving finance team working for a Canadian-based public company. Reporting to the Senior Manager, External Reporting, you will play a key role in the quarterly and annual close process, financial statement preparation, and month end close. You will continue to grow your knowledge of external reporting requirements and IFRS as part of the team responsible for preparation of external financial statements and MD&A. \r\n \r\n\r\nAny MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by May 20. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.\r\n \r\n\r\nReason for vacancy: Incremental Headcount\r\nBase Salary: $59,000 – $87,000 CAD base pay annually\r\n \r\n\r\nThe above base salary reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job- related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours. \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nSnapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:\r\n\r\n\r\n\tPreparation of financial statements, financial statement notes and MD&A sections for external reporting\r\n\tAssisting in the period/quarter/year-end close process, including completion of monthly management reporting\r\n\tPreparation of journal entries into SAP and Business Planning Consolidation (BPC);\r\n\tPreparation of the monthly consolidation and intercompany balancing\r\n\tSupport the external audit and reviews through preparation of responses to inquiries\r\n\tPreparation of balance sheet reconciliations and follow-ups;\r\n\tAssist External Reporting Finance and other functional groups with specific requests or analysis of account balances;\r\n\tPerform ad hoc financial accounting analysis and financial reporting as required; and\r\n\tOther duties and special projects, as required.\r\n\tProcess review and proactive continuous improvement;\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nWhat You’ll Bring:\r\n\r\n\r\n\tEnrolled and working toward an Accounting Designation\r\n\tExperience with public company reporting whether through public accounting or experience with at a public company\r\n\tUniversity degree Finance/Accounting\r\n\tAbility to work with a positive attitude and in a professional manner\r\n\tLead continuous improvement initiatives\r\n\tEnjoy working in a fast paced, changing environment\r\n\tStrong communication skills\r\n\tDetailed oriented person\r\n\tPossess strong interpersonal and organizational skills\r\n\tStrong Excel skills\r\n\tAbility to work with minimum supervision and be a dedicated team player\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nWhat We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:\r\n\r\n\r\n\tBeing part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.\r\n\tAn inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best. \r\n\tCompetitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.\r\n\tDefined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.\r\n\tLearning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.\r\n\tComprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.\r\n\tSupporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n