The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Manager, Risk Management, the Treasury & Risk Management Analyst supports the Treasury & Risk Management team. This role is primarily focused on identifying, managing, and reporting the Company’s financial risk exposures, and will support other treasury activities related to debt, liquidity, and funding.

The successful candidate will partner with operating units to manage financial risks through market-based solutions, and contribute to treasury operations, reporting, and compliance activities.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by February 10. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Reason for vacancy:  Existing Headcount 
Base Salary:   $58,000 – $87,000 CAD base pay annually

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

Risk Management Responsibilities:
• Monitor foreign exchange, commodity, and interest rate exposures and assist in the development and execution of hedging strategies
• Report on risk management activities, including supporting regular updates to Senior Management and the Board of Directors
• Monitor financial markets to provide insights, analysis, and identify risk mitigation opportunities
• Prepare settlements with counterparties
• Support the preparation of submissions for annual insurance renewals, issuance of certificates, and other insurance-related matters
• Perform ad-hoc risk analysis and support special projects related to financial risk and capital markets
• Assist with hedge accounting program implementation and ongoing compliance
• Support month-end and quarter-end accounting close related to risk management activities

Treasury Responsibilities:
• Assist with treasury operations, including reporting, funding requirements, and settlements
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning to support funding decisions and cash positioning
• Support the administration of letters of credit and other credit instruments
• Support treasury related month-end and quarter end accounting close process

Who You Are

• You possess a learning mindset and drive for professional development
• You have a demonstrated interest in financial markets and risk management
• You are a critical thinker who can independently generate ideas for improvement
• You are a collaborative team player with strong communication and relationship-building skills
• You have strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• You are adaptable and responsive in a changing environment

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or another quantitatively based discipline (Master’s degree an asset)
• 0–3 years of experience in Risk Management, Treasury, or a related analytical role
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial instruments, and debt
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and financial modeling experience
• Experience with derivatives, hedge accounting, treasury management systems, or Bloomberg is an asset
• Progress toward or interest in pursuing a professional designation (CPA, CFA, FRM, or CTP)

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best. 
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at accommodations@mapleleaf.com.

The above base salary reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job- related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours. 

Disclaimer:  Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.