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.