Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

at  MARA Renewables Corp

At Mara Renewables Corporation (Mara), we exist to re-engineer nature’s pantry, reimagine human nutrition, and revitalize wellness and the environment. We believe there has never been a more critical need to evolve health ingredients for human nutrition and related industries using the power of science and nature to build a more sustainable and healthier world.
Mara’s remarkable journey has transformed us from a research & development startup into a global leader within the algal omega-3 oil industry, encompassing pivotal sectors such as food, beverage, and infant nutrition. Our commitment to commercializing our unique patent-protected technologies, coupled with the expertise of our diverse and exceptionally talented team, has been the driving force behind our success.
We currently have an opening for a Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis, in our Dartmouth office.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• CPA with five years of relevant experience in financial planning and analysis
• Experience in building financial projections, capital budgeting models, and cash flow analysis
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, demanding environment
• Ability to prioritize tasks and drive results to completion
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Strategic thinker with the ability to analyze data and guide management decisions
• High attention to detail and quality
• Strong accountability and dependability
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to create organized, fully documented financial analysis and models
• Skilled in data analysis—sourcing, validating, and organizing data
• Strong management reporting capabilities—concise, accurate, and insightful
• High ethical standards and integrity
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to create presentations that share findings and insights clearly

Reporting to the Director, Finance, in this role, you will work closely with finance, supply chain, and sales teams to:

• Lead financial forecasting and budgeting
• Report and analyze budget vs. actual results at both company and regional levels
• Provide detailed analysis of operating results, including variances in purchasing, production, and sales activities
• Identify opportunities to improve financial and sustainability metrics using a data-driven approach
• Prepare management reports and cash flow analysis for weekly senior leadership business reviews
• Prepare quarterly board-level reporting
• Support operations and capital projects, assisting with investment decisions and capital budgeting