Junior Accountant / Financial Analyst

LEVEL:                                EXCLUDED

SUPERVISOR:                    DIRECTOR OF FINANCE 

GENERAL PURPOSE:

The Junior Accountant / Financial Analyst supports Rogers Foods’ day-to-day accounting activities, financial reporting, and financial analysis. Working under the guidance of the Director of Finance and Corporate Controller, the incumbent assists with reconciliations, month-end and year-end close activities, budgeting, forecasting, and the preparation of financial analyses and reports. The role contributes to accurate and timely financial information, supports operational decision-making and continuous improvement, and provides backup support across the accounting team as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Supports month-end and year-end close activities, including analyses, reconciliations, and the preparation of supporting schedules.

·         Assists with audit preparation and responds to auditor inquiries as required.

·         Provides backup support across the accounting team, including accounts payable and accounts receivable, during vacations, absences, or periods of increased workload.

·         Supports annual budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and the development and maintenance of financial models and operating plans.

·         Prepares financial analyses, variance explanations, and management reports under the guidance of the Director of Finance and Corporate Controller to support business decisions.

·         Assists with preparing and maintaining analyses of product costs, customer profitability, margins, operating costs, and key financial and operational performance indicators.

·         Uses Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, Excel, Power BI, and other financial tools to analyze information and improve reporting, controls, data quality, and finance processes.

·         Contributes to continuous improvement within the finance function, including process documentation and cross-training.

·         Works with operations, sales, supply chain, and other departments to gather information, understand financial drivers, and support financial reporting and analysis.

·         Supports the company’s values, mission, and strategic direction.

·         Performs other duties and projects assigned.

·         Follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) while performing all duties and tasks.

REQUIREMENTS:

·         Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related discipline.

·         Enrolment in, or active pursuit of, the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.

·         One to three years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or financial analysis.

·         Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.

·         Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis

·         Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations and Power BI is considered an asset.

·         Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment and manage multiple priorities.      

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