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About the Role

The Senior Finance Analyst, Supply Chain is responsible for financial management and oversight of site-level supply chain finance and manufacturing. This role leads cost tracking, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and variance reporting to ensure accurate, insightful, and actionable financial information to drive operational decisions. This is an opportunity to have a high impact on the company by collaborating with other teams and delivering results through achieving short- and long-term business targets. The role plays a key part in shaping site-level financial performance, cost optimization, and margin improvement across the plant, driving financial transparency and operational efficiency through data-driven insights and process improvements.

Responsibilities

Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Warehouse, Maintenance, Quality, Sanitation, Health & Safety, and Process Improvement teams to strengthen cost control and performance.
Own daily and monthly cost tracking, variance analysis, and performance reporting for manufacturing and supply chain activities.
Conduct in-depth cost analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiencies.
Develop financial models and scenarios for optimizing inventory levels and production.
Support CapEx management, standard cost updates, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain Key Performance Indicator (KPI) dashboards to monitor operational and financial performance.
Provide recommendations for inventory control to minimize losses and optimize working capital.
Lead semi-annual physical inventory counts to ensure compliance, accuracy, and reconciliation with system records.
Lead site-level annual budget and quarterly forecast processes for headcount, expenses, inventory, and loss on inventory.
Partner with plant management, regional finance, and operations teams to deliver insightful financial analysis that supports strategic decisions and drives cost efficiency.

Requirements

Demonstrate a deep understanding of the cost components and drivers of inventory, absorption, production variances, and overall equipment effectiveness.
Develop strong relationships with cross-functional partners in manufacturing and tailor communication to different audiences.
Be a strategic thinker with the ability to see the bigger picture, aligning financial strategies with supply chain initiatives.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
At least five (5) years of financial analysis experience.
At least three (3) years of experience in a manufacturing finance or accounting environment.
Willing and able to work on average 3-4 days per week onsite in Scarborough, ON.
Currently located within a commutable distance to Scarborough, ON.

Skills

Cost tracking
Budgeting
Forecasting
Financial analysis
Variance reporting
Cost optimization
Margin improvement
Data-driven insights
Process improvements
Inventory control
Working capital optimization
Physical inventory counts
Financial modeling
Scenario development

Location

Hybrid in Scarborough, ON

Work Type

Hybrid
Full-time

Experience Level

Senior
At least five (5) years of financial analysis experience
At least three (3) years of experience in a manufacturing finance or accounting environment

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
Accounting Degree

Salary/Compensations

CAD $100,000 – $125,000 annually

Benefits

Paid top-up for Pregnancy, Parental and Compassionate Care leave.
Health and Group Benefits (100% of premiums paid by Griffith foods).
Education reimbursement program.
Life event recognition and on the job recognition.
Generous defined contribution retirement plan.
Career development and growth opportunities.
Annual wellness allowance.
Annual incentive.
Potential for a discretionary bonus, with a target of 6%.

About the Company

Griffith Foods is the caring, creative product development partner helping food companies meet the evolving needs of consumers while sustaining the planet.
A family business founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA.
Known for true, collaborative innovation guided by their Purpose of “We Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish the World”.
Product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet.
Griffith Foods Canada embraces the “Our Work, Your Way” work-flex model, offering flexibility while fostering collaboration.
Employees within commuting distance are encouraged to come together and work in the office for three days during the last week of each month to build connections and collaborate on shared projects.
Griffith Foods aims to create a regenerative future and build food systems that are sustainable and resilient for both people and the planet.
A sustainable supply chain enables the delivery of high-quality products in a way that supports growers and farming communities.

Equal Opportunity

Griffith Foods is committed to fair and accessible employment practices in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.