Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis

About Us 

At Open Farm we are transforming the way people feed their pets, with a focus on producing premium, healthy food and treats, all ethically sourced from farm-to-bowl. Headquartered in Toronto and with team members across the US, Open Farm is one of the fastest growing CPG companies in North America. We believe that the best foods are made with consciously sourced, top-quality ingredients from farmers and fisheries who believe in doing good for all animals and the environment.  

Before you embark on this journey with us, learn more about the opportunity: 

The Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis, will play a key role in driving financial performance and supporting strategic decision-making across the organization. This position will be responsible for providing insights, analysis, and recommendations to business partners, influencing resource allocation, and supporting initiatives that drive profitable growth. The ideal candidate will be a highly analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive individual with a proven track record of success in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives on digging into data, asking the "why" and influencing leadership with clarity and confidence.  

In this role you will: 

• Strategic Planning & Analysis: 
  • Support the development and execution of the company's long-term strategic plan, including market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and identification of growth opportunities. 
  • Conduct in-depth research and analysis on industry trends and market dynamics to inform long-term strategic decision-making. 
  • Develop and maintain complex financial models to evaluate strategic initiatives, assess potential risks and returns, and support resource allocation. 
• Financial Planning, Forecasting and Reporting 
  • Develop and manage the annual budget and rolling forecasts, coordinating with various departments to ensure alignment with strategic goals. 
  • Identify and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure business performance and drive accountability. 
  • Analyze actual results against budget and forecast, providing variance analysis and actionable insights. 
  • Prepare and present insightful financial reports to management and investors
• Business Partnering:
  • Act as a trusted advisor to senior management on a wide range of strategic and financial issues. 
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate financial impact of strategic initiatives, challenge assumptions and proactively identify areas for cost optimization, growth acceleration or process improvement 
  • Communicate financial results, insights, and recommendations to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. 
    
• Process Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities to streamline and improve financial processes, reporting systems, and data accuracy. 
  • Leverage technology to automate and enhance financial reporting and analysis. 
  • Help mentor junior team members and build scalable, repeatable FP&A processes 
  • All other duties, as assigned 

We're genuinely excited about you because you have:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or a related field  
• 5+ years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, or related roles, ideally in a fast-paced or growth-oriented environment 
• Professional accounting designation or MBA considered an asset 
• Experience in CPG industry, prior experience in management consulting is preferred 
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities — you don't just crunch numbers; you ask what they mean and why they matter 
• Exceptional attention to detail, coupled with the ability to see the big picture 
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders 
• Proficiency in ERP systems and financial planning software 

What we offer you - it's the perfect package:   

• An opportunity to grow, develop, and thrive within a mission-driven, dynamic, and fast-growing company, alongside thoughtful and passionate individuals dedicated to their work and community 
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage and RRSP plans with company match
• Great office culture (with lots of adorable pets) where your pet interrupting video calls or in-person meeting is the norm
• Discounted food, apparel and insurance for your furry family members
• In addition to your PTO, we offer company-wide wellness days and personal days to support your wellbeing
• Volunteer days to give back to our community 

Hybrid Work 

At Open Farm, we believe in the power of collaboration, meaningful connections, and enjoying our work together—furry friends included That's why we've adopted a structured hybrid approach that allows you the benefit of a reduced commute while still building strong workplace relationships. Currently, all employees are expected to be in the office two days per week at minimum, with Tuesday and Thursday as our anchor days. In addition to this, each month our Leadership team dedicates three consecutive days onsite to continue to foster alignment and connection across the team. During this time we expect everyone to join us in person to do the same. Please note: our hybrid approach may evolve over time as we adapt to the needs of our team and business.  

Our Values 

We Raise the Bar | We Open the Barn Doors | We Graze Lightly | We Are Customer Obsessed | We Are One Team  | Win-Win Partnerships

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Open Farm values diversity in its workforce and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Applicants requiring a disability-related accommodation at any stage of Open Farm's recruitment process should contact As required by legislation, Open Farm will consult with applications requesting such an accommodation to ensure that Open Farm's recruitment process takes into account their accessibility needs.