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Functional Area: Finance
Job Location: CAN - Richmond Horseshoe
Country/Region: Canada
Who are you?: Professionals
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Working time: Full Time
Req ID: 34744
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Overview
Job Title: Director, Finance - Chocolate
Department: Finance/Administration
Reporting To: General Manager, Chocolate (Direct)
Vice President, Finance (Dotted Line)
Direct Reports: Cost Analyst
Location: Richmond, British Columbia
Puratos Mission
Founded in Belgium in 1919, Puratos is growing rapidly with over 10,000 employees in 100 countries, with EUR3 billion in revenue. Our mission is to move the planet forward by creating innovative food solutions for the health & well-being of people everywhere. Puratos Canada is headquartered in Mississauga. Our ingredients are found in some of the most recognized industrial bakeries, retailers, and food service organizations in the country. Puratos Canada employs 300 people and has a revenue of
$200M.
Role Description
As a strategic leader and financial steward, the Director of Finance will oversee all financial operations at the Richmond site, ensuring sound financial modelling, forecasting, reporting, and operational support. This role plays a critical part in guiding business decisions, driving performance, and fostering a culture of integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Mandate

• Ensure compliance with all local, national, and corporate environmental, health and safety rules and regulations.
• Comply with all local and national food safety and legal requirements.
• Perform all job responsibilities under the strictest consideration of health and safety, food quality and production parameters.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Financial Modelling, Analysis & KPI Development

• Lead full P&L ownership, developing financial models and KPIs to support strategic decision-making.
• Prepare business cases for investments and operational initiatives.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and productivity enhancements.
• Review and improve financial processes and procedures.
• Present insights and recommendations to senior leadership to drive profitability and efficiency.

2. Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process, collaborating across departments to set financial targets.
• Manage periodic forecasts to ensure visibility into financial performance.
• Identify and communicate financial risks, and support teams in developing mitigation strategies.

3. Operational Finance Support

• Partner with Operations to define and monitor financial KPIs.
• Support forecasting and analysis of operational costs and efficiencies.

4. Financial Reporting

• Co-lead financial reporting activities, ensuring compliance with Group Accounting standards.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including technical accounting areas.
• Collaborate with the Financial Reporting team on cross-functional initiatives.

5. Leadership & Team Development

• Set the strategic direction for the Finance team, aligning departmental goals with company objectives.
• Manage daily operations and support project execution.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance culture.
• Coach and mentor team members, supporting onboarding and career development.
• Promote accountability, feedback, and continuous improvement through performance management practices.

Requirements:

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Professional designation (CPA, CA) required.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Proficient in MS Office and financial systems. SAP experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong organizational and independent problem-solving capabilities.

Why Puratos?

• Be a key driver of a safety-first culture in a growing and international company
• Access ample learning resources and development opportunities to grow your career
• Benefit from global knowledge-sharing-Puratos is a worldwide leader in safety and quality, so you'll learn from the best across the globe
• Enjoy clear growth pathways within a supportive, team-oriented environment
• Make a tangible impact on employee well-being and environmental sustainability
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

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This is Puratos
At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities. We are more than 10.000 employees in over 80 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.
This is Puratos
At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities. We are more than 10.000 employees in over 80 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.
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