Posted 17 days ago
Senior Financial Analyst
@ Sleeman Breweries Limited
Guelph, Ontario
Overview
Sleeman Breweries Limited is hiring a Senior Financial Analyst in Guelph, Ontario, to provide regional leadership in financial analysis, planning and forecasting. The role covers monthly financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and margin analysis, and requires three office days a week. The posted salary range is $78,200 to $97,600.
Responsibilities:
- Monthly financial statement analysis and commentary
- Regional budgeting, forecasting and standard costing
- Margin analysis by customer and SKU
- Presentation of results to national management team
- Regulatory financial analysis and reporting
Requirements summary:
- Post-secondary degree in finance, accounting or related field
- CPA designation required
- Minimum five years of similar experience
- Excellent Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint skills
- Experience with ERP systems
- Knowledge of GAAP, internal controls and audit requirements
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-20
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: minimal · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CPA |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration |
| Perks mentioned | Generous parental leave, Retirement plan, Tuition support, Employee discount |
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Sleeman Breweries Limited
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Full company description
What’s your story? Ours is about a new brewery in a new country. A run-in with the law. A 50-year ban on brewing under the family name. A surprising conversation with a persistent aunt. A grandson rebuilding a family legacy for brewing outstanding beer. Today, under Sapporo Breweries' rigorous standards, Sleeman Breweries has helped some of the best craft brewers grow & set the bar for Canadian beer. Our story is set in Guelph, ON with Sleeman Breweries; in Vernon, BC with Okanagan Spring; in Calgary, AB with Wild Rose; and in Chambly, QC with Unibroue. We’re Canada’s third-largest brewer. Our unique craft and world-class brands including Sapporo, Old Milwaukee & Pabst Blue Ribbon mean that no matter what you’re looking for in a beer, or in a career, we’re sure to have something you’ll love. Write your story here at Sleeman Breweries. Quelle est votre histoire? Voici la nôtre : une famille ouvre une brasserie dans un nouveau pays, a des ennuis avec la justice et perd son droit de brasser pour 50 ans. Puis, une tante tenace fait des révélations et un petit-fils fait renaître l'héritage familial en créant des bières uniques. De nos jours, sous les normes strictes de Brasseries Sapporo, Brasseries Sleeman contribue à l'essor de certains des meilleurs brasseurs artisanaux et est une référence dans l’industrie canadienne. Notre histoire se déroule à Guelph, ON pour Brasseries Sleeman; à Vernon, C.-B. pour Okanagan Spring; à Calgary, AB pour Wild Rose et à Chambly, QC pour Unibroue. À titre de troisième brasseur en importance au Canada, nous offrons des bières artisanales et des marques de renommée mondiale telles que Sapporo, Old Milwaukee et Pabst Blue Ribbon. Nous offrons votre type de bière préféré et la carrière dont vous rêvez. Votre histoire se poursuit aux Brasseries Sleeman.
- LinkedIn followers
- 21,009
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 683
- Reported office locations
- 551 Clair Road West, Guelph, Ontario N1L 1E9, CA
- 80 Rue Des Carrieres, Chambly, Quebec J3L 2H6, CA
- 2808 27the Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia V1T 9K4, CA
- 1455 Cliveden Avenue, Delta, British Columbia V3M 6Z9, CA
- 505 Southgate Drive, Guelph , Ontario N1G 3W6, CA
- 4580 Quesnay Wood Dr SW, Calgary, Alberta T3E 7J3, CA
- Business categories
- Wine And Spirits
- Brewing
- Food and Beverage
- Other recorded names
- Sleeman Breweries Ltd.
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
What’s your story? Ours is about a new brewery in a new country. A run-in with the law. A 50-year ban on brewing under the family name. A surprising conversation with a persistent aunt. A grandson rebuilding a family legacy for brewing outstanding beer. Today, under Sapporo Breweries' rigorous standards, Sleeman Breweries has helped some of the best craft brewers grow & set the bar for Canadian beer. Our story is…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food and Beverage Services |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Guelph, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1834 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 23 |
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Position:
Senior Financial AnalystLocation:
Guelph, OntarioLevel:
Individual ContributorHiring Range:
78200to
97600Benefits and Perks:
At Sleeman Breweries, you’ll have access to benefits that support you today and help you plan for tomorrow:
● Competitive compensation
● RRSP-matching program to help you save for retirement
● A commitment to work-life balance
● Benefits coverage for partners and kids
● Parental leave top-up for primary and secondary caregivers
● Employee product credit
● Tuition reimbursement program for eligible employees
● Employee and family assistance program
● Discount program with access to perks from big brands and local favourites
● Professional development opportunities including mentorship and leadership development
If you require an accommodation or an accessible format at any stage of the application or hiring process, please let the recruitment team know. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates.
Why Join Sleeman Breweries?
What’s your story? Ours is about pushing boundaries to create Canada’s third-largest brewery known for unique craft and world-class brands enjoyed across the country.
As part of Sapporo Breweries, our story includes Sleeman Breweries in Ontario, Okanagan Spring Brewery in B.C., Wild Rose Brewery in Alberta, and Unibroue in Quebec.
When you join Sleeman Breweries, you join a company deeply committed to quality, sustainability, and creating an outstanding employee experience. People here care about what they do and the people they work with. Write your next chapter with us at Sleeman Breweries.
Get an inside look at what it’s like working at Sleeman Breweries by following @LifeAtSleeman on Instagram
Purpose and Impact
At Sleeman Breweries, quality and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. As Senior Financial Analyst, you will provide regional leadership for financial analysis, planning and forecasting, support sound financial decision-making, and provide financial expertise to the regional leadership team.Responsibilities
Financial Analysis & Decision Support
- Prepare monthly financial statement analysis and commentary, including analysis of business volume, net revenue, cost of goods sold (COGS), and departmental expenses.
- Provide financial analysis and actionable recommendations to business leaders to improve financial results.
- Develop financial models and analyses to identify profitability opportunities and understand key business drivers.
- Prepare regional gross margin analysis and provide decision support for new product introductions and pricing changes.
- Evaluate manufacturing standard costs and perform monthly variance analysis.
- Lead regional margin analysis by customer and SKU, partnering with regional stakeholders for input.
- Monitor industry trends and competitive data, identify impacts on the business, and recommend appropriate actions.
- Provide ad hoc reporting, financial modelling, and analysis to senior management as required.
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Lead the annual regional budgeting process and work with stakeholders to maintain and adjust budgets throughout the year.
- Lead the annual regional standard costing process.
- Lead the preparation and analysis of the monthly regional financial forecast, develop recommendations, and present findings to the national management team.
Projects, Strategy & Continuous Improvement
- Lead the regional implementation of new business analytical tools and support national projects as required.
- Lead the regional strategic business planning process and support special projects.
- Recommend improvements to internal processes and business strategies.
- Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives for forecasting, budgeting, strategic planning, reporting, and related financial processes.
- Lead regional contact with regulatory bodies, including preparing financial analysis and responding to requests.
Business Partnership
- Build strong working relationships with senior management, regional sales managers, field sales employees, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
- Present regional monthly financial results to senior business leaders and the national management team.
- Partner with Financial Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable teams to support regional financial objectives.
Skills and Qualifications (Required)
- Post-secondary education in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Professional accounting designation (CPA) required.
- Minimum five years of experience in a similar role.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collect and evaluate data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make actionable recommendations.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting regular reporting deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with senior management and cross-functional teams.
- Strong understanding of key business and market factors that drive financial results.
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint, along with experience using ERP systems.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), internal controls, audit requirements, and applicable federal and provincial legislation, regulations, practices, and guidelines.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Self-motivated and disciplined with the ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
- Ability to support and demonstrate values compatible with the organization.
Work Environment (Hybrid/Onsite)
Hybrid work model. Occasional travel and overtime may be required.
This role is based at our Guelph, ON head office - and requires 3 days in office presence.
Think you have what we need but your credentials don’t perfectly line up? That’s OK! We know that some job seekers miss opportunities if they think their qualifications don’t fit. If you believe your skills and experience can make a difference here, we encourage you to apply!
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At Sleeman Breweries, we believe that better beer, and better workplaces, happen when people feel welcomed and valued for the differences they bring.
We are committed to fair hiring practices free from discrimination, and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We use AI to support parts of our recruitment process; however, hiring decisions are always made by people and aligned with our commitment to fairness, consistency, and equal opportunity.
BETTER BEER. BETTER PEOPLE. GETTING BETTER
We thank all candidates for their interest however only those selected to proceed will be contacted.
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