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Manager, FP&A;
Reports to: Vice President of Finance

Annual Salary: $125,000 to $150,000 based on experience

Location: Vancouver, BC

Contract: 6-month interim contract, with potential for extension

At COBS Bread, we believe in supporting our people, franchise partners and business through robust partnerships, informed decision-making and continuous improvement. We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded Manager, FP&A; to join our Finance team on an interim basis. This role will be a key business partner across the organization, providing financial insights, analysis and recommendations that support business performance, strategic planning and franchisee profitability.

The ideal candidate brings strong FP&A; experience, advanced financial modelling capabilities and the ability to translate financial information into practical business insights. Candidates with more experience may be considered at Senior Manager level.

What you will be responsible for:
Budgeting & Forecasting

Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process across the North American business, including Canada and the USA

Manage short- and long-range financial planning and forecasting cycles

Conduct variance analysis and provide insights into financial performance and trends

Prepare financial reports and forecasts to support business decision-making

Financial Reviews & Performance Management

Lead monthly financial reviews and partner with departmental leaders to understand business performance

Hold leaders accountable for financial results and agreed KPIs through regular reporting and review processes

Establish, monitor and report on KPIs with key stakeholders

Identify trends, risks and opportunities and translate financial results into actionable recommendations

Strategic Planning & Business Cases

Act as a Finance partner in the company's long-range strategic planning process

Develop financial models and analysis to support strategic initiatives and market opportunities

Review business cases and evaluate investment decisions, including financial returns, risks and opportunities

Provide recommendations to help maximize return on investment

Business Partnering

Build strong and influential relationships with senior executives and leaders across the organization

Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, Projects, Marketing, Property/Growth and Franchisees to provide financial insights and support business objectives





Partner with Supply Chain to identify opportunities to reduce ingredient and COGS costs for franchisees

Support Operations in identifying opportunities to reduce labour costs and improve productivity

Partner with Projects to evaluate opportunities to reduce capital costs associated with new builds and renovations

Support Marketing with ROI analysis of campaigns and marketing spend

Provide financial insights and analysis that help stakeholders make informed business decisions

Manage communication with external legal counsel, in partnership with our internal stakeholders, to draft and update legal documents, provide support for dispute resolution, and protect brand standards

Growth & New Store Viability

Partner with the Property/Growth team on financial viability analysis for new store opportunities

Evaluate ROI for new stores, relocations and refurbishments

Develop financial models and recommendations to support growth decisions

Franchisee Financial Performance

Analyze franchisee financial performance and identify opportunities to improve profitability and financial health

Develop and support profit improvement strategies and programs across the business

Provide financial insights to help franchisees and internal stakeholders identify opportunities for improved business performance

Other tasks and projects as assigned.

Requirements
What you bring to the table:

CPA, CA, CFA or equivalent professional designation is preferred

8+ years of accounting and finance experience, with previous experience in corporate finance and/or FP&A; required

Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and variance analysis

Experience in the retail or food services industry, ideally within a franchise environment, is preferred

Strong financial modelling and analytical skills, with advanced knowledge of Excel

Excellent business acumen and strong problem-solving skills

Proven ability to partner effectively with senior executives and stakeholders across multiple departments

Strong ability to influence and communicate financial insights to both Finance and non-Finance audiences

Ability to translate complex financial information into clear, practical business recommendations

Strong stakeholder management,



relationship‑building and communication skills

Highly organized, detail‑oriented and able to manage competing priorities in a quick‑paced workplace

Experience leading or mentoring team members is an asset

Benefits
What's in it for you:

Competitive salary and vacation plan

Paid sick and personal leave days

Work within a dynamic, driven, high‑achieving, close‑knit and fun-loving team

High level of autonomy and responsibility

Complimentary self‑serve kitchen of fresh produce, deli meats and of course, COBS Bread and treats!

We thank all applicants for their interest in COBS Bread but would like to advise that only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

About COBS Bread
With over 190 locations, COBS Bread serves fresh and delightful baked goods to communities across Canada. Any unsold items are donated daily to various local charities and food banks. The company's success can be attributed to the quality of our product, the development of our people and our warm and friendly customer service.

COBS Bread is part of Bakers Delight - Established in 1980 operating as Bakers Delight in Australia and New Zealand, and since 2003 as COBS Bread in Canada and the USA. Together we have grown to more than 700 bakeries across Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the USA. The entire network employs over 15,000 people, serving more than 2.1 million customers each week.

Our Values:

Bring Passion and Purpose - Being deeply connected to why we do what we do. Contribute to something meaningful to our team, customers, and community

Be Open and Honest - Being clear, respectful, and transparent even when its uncomfortable. Creating a safe space for others to speak up, ask questions, and share ideas constructively

Make it Better - Not settling for "good enough": Always looking for ways to improve the way we work, the experience we offer, or how we grow as individuals and teams. Demonstrating a continuous learning mindset

Take Ownership - taking responsibility for outcomes, not just assigned tasks. Being clear on what we are accountable for, owning up to results (good or bad), and following through on commitments

Accessibility
Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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📌 Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) (6-month Contract)
🏢 COBS Bread
📍 British Columbia