Finance Administration Manager

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment.

About the role

The Plant Finance and Administration Manager (FAM) manages finance and accounting activities at the plant level by providing P&L support, management, and financial thought leadership for the facility. This position supports regional accounting teams with month-end, quarter-end, and fiscal year-end financial closing duties, as well as all budgeting, forecasting, and costing activities for the facility. The role is highly visible and offers exciting opportunities for growth.

Responsibilities

• Management of the Plant P&L, providing insight and analysis of drivers of performance.
• Support month-end close activities, including review of accruals, journal entries, and P&L reconciliations.
• Responsible for all Plant audit support and compliance reporting.
• Diagnose and report weekly and monthly material yield and loss, volume, labor, and expenses.
• Assist the Plant leadership team with development and tracking of KPIs for assessing functional performance and identifying areas of opportunity for cost reduction.
• Develop data-driven, fact-based information to support decisions enabling productivity measures to reduce overall cost.
• Perform periodic review of standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure accuracy.
• Conduct periodic compliance testing to ensure internal/external controls are in place; report deviations and corrective actions to ensure compliance.
• Ensure compliance with all Saputo Corporate policies and procedures.
• Engage in typical managerial responsibilities, including planning, evaluating, organizing, integrating, and controlling.
• Supervisory and leadership responsibilities, including performance management, employee relations, mentoring, training, promotions, salary increases, terminations, and corrective actions.
• Actively apply Saputo Values and comply with the Saputo Code of Ethics.
• Provide financial justification and post-audits for Capital expenditures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or another quantitative/technical discipline is required.
• 5+ years of professional experience, preferably in the food/dairy manufacturing industry; milk accounting is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, superior analytical capability, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to assist with strategy development at all levels of the organization to drive business performance.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; ability to lead people through change.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all departments, management levels, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to successfully influence peers and leadership.
• Experience in recruiting, hiring, developing, coaching, and mentoring talent for current and future needs.
• Ability to recognize opportunities to simplify processes and create efficiencies.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, with an emphasis on Finance/Accounting.
• Proficient in all MS Office programs, with advanced MS Excel skills.
• Strong prioritization skills; flexibility and ability to multi-task on a daily basis.
• Knowledge of SAP, JD Edwards, and BPCS ERP systems; ability to function within a multi-system environment.

Benefits

• Development opportunities that enhance career fulfillment.
• Meaningful compensation and benefits that help care for families.
• Opportunities to contribute to the community and enhance lives through Saputo products.

Pay

Salary Range: $89,695 to $117,725. Salary offers will vary based on experience, education, skills, and training.