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Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst
full-time
About this role
About Ya YA Foods:
Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com
A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to…
- Build a career, not just have a job
- Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals
- Become part of a teamwork focused culture
- Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path
Reports to: FP&A Director
Responsibilities:
- Financial Modelling and Strategic Planning: Maintain detailed financial models to support both short and long-term strategic plans.
- Identify and research variances to forecast, budget, and prior-year expenses, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Provide FP&A support to accounting teams in areas such as productivity, demand planning, reporting, and metrics in a timely manner.
- Work cross-functionally on budgeting and ad hoc forecasting projects.
- Assist in preparation of Board of Director monthly/quarterly presentations.• Maintain Monthly Finance KPI dashboard.
- Standard Costs and Product Pricing Support: Assist in all aspects of standard costing and update the Bill of Materials (BOM).
- Work with cross-functional teams to stay informed of production specification changes that impact standard costing.
- Prepare variance analysis reports to identify differences between standard and actual costs.
- Fulfill any financial audit requests.
- Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.
- Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 1 to 3 years of experience in financial planning and analysis
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
- High level communication skills to interact with all levels of management
- Able to organize, multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
- CPA designation (earned or working towards) an asset
- NB: Successful candidates will be required to provide photo ID, banking details, a valid SIN number, and (if applicable) a valid work permit
Why Join Us
We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people—some of whom have been a part of our team for over 30-years. This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide-variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.
Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.
What you'll do
- The Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst will maintain detailed financial models to support strategic plans and identify variances to forecast and budget. They will also assist in preparing presentations for the Board of Directors and support standard costing and product pricing.
About YA YA Foods Corp
Your Vision, Our Expertise: Scalable Solutions in Beverage & Liquid Food Manufacturing
At Ya YA Foods Corp, we partner with leading brands across North America to bring high-quality, scalable, and innovative beverage and liquid food solutions to life. With over 40 years of experience and operations in Toronto, ON and Ogden, UT, we are a trusted co-packer and manufacturer serving mid-sized and global multi-national companies.
Our 500,000+ sq. ft. production space includes 13 advanced lines covering Aseptic PET, Tetra Pak, and Hot Fill PET formats. From 200ml wellness drinks to 2L family-sized beverages, we offer full-service support to launch, scale, and manage your product portfolio.
- Product Capabilities: Juices, broths, smoothies, dairy-based drinks, sports drinks, plant-based beverages, and more
- Format Flexibility: Multiple sizes, multiple formats
- North American Reach: Manufacturing in both Canada and the U.S.
- One-Stop Partnership: Innovation, manufacturing, packaging, and distribution support
Looking for a reliable, experienced, and agile partner to scale your liquid food or beverage brand? Let’s connect.
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