Vice President, Finance - Canada at General Mills
Mississauga, ON L4W 5N9, Canada -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Sep, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Jun, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Supply Chain, High Performance Teams, Cpg, Business Acumen, Employment Equity, Disabilities, Learning, P&L Management

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Job Description:

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree required, MBA and/or CPA preferred
  • Minimum 10 years of experience; strong financial analysis experience and full P&L management
  • Preferred experience in CPG or Retail Sector
  • Strong finance leadership with hands-on, diverse experience across a broad set of finance roles including working with P&A, commercial, supply chain, and sales functions
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills with a capacity to identify and address complex, enterprise-wide challenges, considering the broader implications and potential systemic impacts
  • Strong business acumen, interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
  • Ability to earn trust, partner, and influence cross-functional team members
  • Possesses a strong enterprise mindset, able to connect individual or operating unit contributions to broader organizational strategy and goals
  • Proven track record demonstrating objectivity, attention to detail, and seasoned business judgment
  • Reputable people leader; strong ability to lead high performance teams and work through others
    General Mills is committed to Employment Equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
    Company Overview:
    We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one other and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.
Responsibilities
  • Financial Leadership & Business Partnership: Provide financial oversight and thought leadership to the Canadian business, guiding strategic decision-making and ensuring alignment with overall financial objectives. Partner closely with the President and Canadian leadership team to improve business performance, drive efficiencies, and deliver exceptional results.
  • Strategic Planning & Execution: Develop and implement strategic financial plans, ensuring disciplined execution and accountability across all functions. This includes deep understanding of consumer, customer, competitor, and operational models.
  • Financial Planning & Analysis: Lead the financial planning, analysis, and reporting for the Canadian operating unit, providing timely and insightful data to inform critical business decisions.
  • Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team of 25 professionals across P&A, Brand, Sales, Revenue Management, and Supply Chain. Foster a continuous improvement mindset and a focus on collaborative and supportive environment that promotes growth and excellence.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Build and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional partners within both the Canadian and North American teams to drive sustainable, profitable growth while adhering to all fiduciary responsibilities and compliance requirements.
  • North American Finance Integration: As a member of the North American Finance Leadership team, contribute to the continuous improvement of finance processes and collaboration across the broader organization.
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