Manager Financial Control, Planning and Analysis

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About Sanimax

Sanimax is a privately owned company with over 85 years of history, operating globally across Canada, the U.S., and Latin America. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Sanimax generates over $500 million in revenue and operates more than 15 sites with a workforce of over 2,500 employees. The company serves the agri-food industry by transforming non desirable by-products into high-value ingredients such as oils, greases, and proteins, which are then used by manufacturers to create everyday products such as biodiesel.

Overview

The Manager Financial Control, Planning and Analysis serves as a key finance business partner, driving effective financial management including financial planning, reporting, and budgeting processes while ensuring strong financial control. You will be responsible for delivering financial insights, improving business performance, and ensuring compliance with policies and controls. This position reports to the Global FP&A Director and oversees one direct report.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic finance partner to the US country leader, supporting functions such as procurement, transport, operations, and sales.
• Lead and facilitate monthly financial reviews with business unit directors.
• Provide data-driven insights through financial and business analytics.
• Conduct budget variance analysis, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Monitor capital expenditures and strategic initiatives to ensure financial alignment.
• Perform profitability analysis on products, services, and projects, offering recommendations to optimize margins.
• Support complex financial projects, including modeling, trend analysis, sensitivity analysis, and pricing strategy.
• Support merger and acquisition activities in collaboration with the M&A team.

Forecasting & Budgeting

• Lead the country’s annual budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Provide strategic financial insights to executives and department heads to support data-driven decision-making.
• Develop and maintain advanced financial models and forecasting tools to support business planning and growth strategies.

Financial Reporting & Control

• Participate in the month-end closing process and financial analysis with the operational accounting team.
• Monitor operational balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Support internal controls, company policies, and compliance with accounting procedures.
• Assist in financial and non-financial audits.

Cross-Country Finance Collaboration

• Work closely with the North America operational accounting team to align financial processes, automate and streamline accounting operations.
• Collaborate with other finance leaders across countries to harmonization best practices

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (CPA, MBA, or CFA preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, including 3 years in a similar leadership role.
• Strong business acumen, with a results-driven mindset and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Advanced analytical skills with expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI).
• Strong knowledge of GAAP standards, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Experience with Infor M3 or Anaplan / Fluence is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with exposure to senior leadership.
• A strategic role with direct impact on business performance and financial decision-making.
• Collaborative and supportive company culture, promoting continuous learning and career growth.

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