Manager, Field Finance

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. Ready to bring your best?

The Plant Finance Administration Manager (FAM) will support the Operations Team at the plant level by providing P&L support, management and financial thought leadership to the plant and company leadership teams.  This position will be responsible for completing the  month end financial closing duties, as well as all budgeting, forecasting, and costing activities for the facility.  The position will be highly visible and should yield exciting opportunities for growth. 

How you will make contributions that matter...

• Management of the plant profit & loss (P&L), providing insight and analysis of drivers of performance.
• Support month-end close activities.
• Review all month-end, quarter-end close accruals, journal entries, 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 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for assessing functional performance and areas of opportunity for further cost reduction.
• Develop data-driven, fact-based information to support decisions enabling productivity measures to reduce overall cost.
• Periodic review of standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure accuracy.
• Perform periodic compliance testing to ensure internal/external controls are in place, report and deviations and corrective actions to ensure compliance.
• Ensure compliance with all Saputo Corporate policies and procedures. 
• Engage in the typical responsibilities of a manager including planning, communicating, evaluating, organizing, integrating, and controlling.
• Supervisory and leadership responsibility involving effective performance management such as employee relations, mentoring, training, delegating & developing subordinates, promotional opportunities, salary increases, employee work performance challenges/corrective actions and employment terminations (as applicable).
• Actively apply Saputo’s values and comply with the Company’s Code of Ethics.
• Provide financial justification and post-audits for Capital Expenditures (CapEx).
• Other Ad Hoc duties as assigned.

You are best suited for the role if you…

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or another quantitative/technical discipline is required.
• 5+ years professional experience, preferably in the food/dairy manufacturing industry, milk accounting a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, superior analytical capability, and excellent verbal and written communications across varying stakeholders a must.
• Must be a strong executor who can 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 within the company, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to successfully influence peers and senior leadership.
• Ability to recruit, hire, develop, coach, and mentor 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.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs, including advanced Microsoft Excel skillset (pivot tables).
• Must possess strong prioritization skills, flexibility, and ability to multi-task daily.
• Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems.
• Ability to function within a multi-system environment.

We support and care for our employees by providing them with…

• Development opportunities that enhance your career fulfillment. 
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family. 
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products. 

Salary Range: $87,510 to $114,855

Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stell