Financial Analyst, Operations

Job summary

Analyze operational and financial performance across production, inventory, labour, transportation, and distribution, and provide data-driven insights to Operations leadership. Maintain operational reports, KPI scorecards, and Power BI dashboards while supporting budgeting, forecasting, cost-saving projects, and process improvements.

Job details

Company Description apetito Canada is a leading provider of nutritious, great-tasting meals for hospitals, long-term care homes, and Meals on Wheels programs across Canada. As part of the global apetito Group, the organization helps serve over 1.3 million people daily across Canada, Germany, the UK, Spain, France, and the Netherlands, bringing decades of international experience to Canadian healthcare communities. apetito Canada is also the parent company of Heart to Home Meals, Canada’s leading private meal delivery service for seniors, supported by franchise partners across multiple provinces. The company focuses on delivering trusted meal solutions that support health, independence, and quality of life, especially for vulnerable populations. At the core of its mission is making a meaningful difference in communities across Canada. Role Description The Financial Analyst, Operations is a full-time role based in Ottawa, ON with a hybrid work arrangement that allows for a combination of on-site and work-from-home days. This role is responsible for analyzing operational and financial data to support decision-making, cost control, and process improvement across production, distribution, and service functions. The Financial Analyst will prepare and review financial reports, monitor key performance indicators, and support budgeting and forecasting activities for operational departments. Day-to-day tasks include reconciling financial information, performing variance analysis, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and providing clear, data-driven insights to management. The role also involves supporting continuous improvement initiatives, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring adherence to internal controls and company policies. Key Responsibilities Partner with Operations leadership to support decision-making and business performance. Analyze manufacturing costs, material usage, yields, waste, and production variances. Lead inventory reporting, variance investigations, and inventory control initiatives. Analyze labour efficiency, transportation costs, warehouse productivity, and distribution performance. Own and maintain operational reporting, KPI scorecards, and Power BI dashboards. Support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and strategic planning activities. Identify opportunities to automate reporting and improve business processes. Lead and support special projects related to cost savings and operational improvement. Qualifications Post-secondary education in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field; professional designation (or progress toward one) such as CPA is considered an asset. 2+ years experience in financial analysis, manufacturing finance, cost accounting, or operations finance. Proficiency in Finance and Financial Reporting, including budgeting, forecasting, and KPI tracking. Ability to interpret and work with Financial Statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Advanced skills in Excel and experience with Power BI for data visualization and reporting. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills, able to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Effective communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and accessible way to non-financial stakeholders. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, or similar ERP systems is preferred. Why Join Us? Impactful Work: Contribute to the well-being of vulnerable populations by improving operational efficiency and cost management. Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a talented team of professionals who share a passion for food, nutrition, and service. Career Growth: Opportunity for personal and professional development within a global family-owned company. Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer competitive salaries, and a supportive work culture. Hybrid Role: 3 days in office per week Salary Range The hiring range for this position is $65,000 to $80,000 annually. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and demonstrated capabilities. Vacancy Status This posting is for an existing vacancy. Accommodation Statement Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

What you’ll do

Analyze operational and financial performance across production, inventory, labour, transportation, and distribution, and provide data-driven insights to Operations leadership. Maintain operational reports, KPI scorecards, and Power BI dashboards while supporting budgeting, forecasting, cost-saving projects, and process improvements.

Requirements

Requires post-secondary education in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field; a CPA designation or progress toward one is an asset. Candidates should have at least two years of relevant financial or operations analysis experience, advanced Excel skills, Power BI experience, financial reporting knowledge, and strong communication and organizational skills; ERP experience is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Supportive Work Culture
• Career Development

Listed skills

• Power BI · Preferred
• ERP systems · Preferred
• Inventory Control · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred
• Forecasting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Financial Analysis
• Financial Reporting
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Variance Analysis
• KPI Tracking
• Cost Accounting
• Manufacturing Cost Analysis
• Inventory Control
• Labour Efficiency Analysis
• Transportation Cost Analysis
• Advanced Excel
• Power BI
• ERP Systems
• Process Improvement
• Cross-Functional Communication

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Data & Analytics
• Manufacturing
• Logistics
• Food & Beverage