FP&A Manager, 12- Months Contract

Job Summary

As a member of the Conagra Canada Finance leadership team you will act as a valued business partner to the broader Conagra Finance teams. You will own the update and maintenance of Conagras planning and analytics tools and provide the business with analytics on monthly quarterly and annual variances to forecast and plan. You will oversees the efficient operation and effectiveness of financial systems and programs provide guidance and leadership to staff of one FA and one SFA partner with business to provide recommendations and support sound decision making based on accurate and reliable financial data and effectively lead small teams for ad-hoc projects. May be required to engage in business partnering analytics AOP & Strat Plan monthly forecasting Metrics & Scorecards and/or Period close in addition to cashflow forecasting and FX scenario planning. Minimum 7 years related experience is required.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of 2 professionals including recruiting selecting onboarding and training employees; developing personal growth opportunities
• Serve as a business partner for accounting and finance related questions. This will involve the ability to assess business needs resolve risks and opportunities in a timely manner and clear communication of issues/business results
• Lead the preparation and compilation of the annual operating plan (AOP) and strategic plan for the full P&L and related balance sheet accounts
• Update the monthly forecast based on business changes in partnership with broader finance teams. Analyze and communicate changes forecast over forecast with clear drivers
• Lead month-end/quarter-end close activities to ensure completion of FP&A deliverables including identification and resolution of unusual items and issues in a timely manner
• Provide comprehensive financial analysis and models for various requests depending on the ask (product development customer analysis competitive analysis pricing etc.)
• Maybe involved in projects that will rotate and span across several different financial disciplines including but not limited to FP&A new product development manufacturing investments and in-market investments
• Lead the development of metrics scorecards and reporting for Canadian FP&A team
• Suport maintenance and design of monthly cash flow forecasts and working capital submission
• Evaluate and deliver periodic metrics scorecards and reports
• Lead Finance functional initiatives as requested
• Partner with IT to find technological solutions that create process efficiencies
• Provide FP&A support as needed
• Member of the Canadian Finance Leadership Team

Supervision:

• Reports to Director Finance

Qualifications Education & Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance required
• MBA or CPA/CMA/CGA certification required
• Minimum 7 years of professional general business and financial experience
• Previous experience managing a team required
• Proven ability to self motivate in a fast paced environment ability to deal with ambiguity change and a dynamic business environment
• Background and experience in P&L management along with knowledge of financial systems and general accounting concepts
• Proven ability to develop strong relationships and partnerships with internal customers peers and effectively manage those relationships
• Demonstrated ability to work across multiple departments to complete a project or resolve an organizational challenge
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word Excel PowerPoint etc)
• Experience with SAP or other software tools preferred
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills including leveraging analytics benchmarking and insights to generate meaningful strategies and solutions.

Compensation:

The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employees actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location relevant experience/level and skillset while balancing internal Conagra employees Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.

Our Benefits:

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following subject to your location and role:

• Health: Comprehensive healthcare benefits mental wellbeing support and wellness spending account
• Wealth: Great pay bonus incentive opportunity wealth accumulation program and access to discounts
• Growth: Career development opportunities employee resource groups on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
• Balance: Paid-time off flexible work-schedules Employee & Family Assistance Program and volunteer opportunities

Our Company:

At Conagra Brands we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18000 person team across 40 locations you are empowered to reach your potential make an impact and own your career. Were in the business of building champions within our people and our iconic brands like POGO VH Sauces and Orville Redenbacher.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity and expression age disability or any other protected factor. Conagra is committed to working with and providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment please email We will make a determination on your request for accommodation on a case-by-case basis.