Bilingual Manager, Business Performance & Analysis (70309727)

How You’ll Make an Impact:  

The Manager, Business Performance & Analysis partners with business and operational leaders to oversee forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis across assigned segments, deliver actionable insights to solve complex operational and client challenges, and act as a bridge between finance and operations to empower cross-functional teams with data-driven decision-making

As a Manager, Business Performance & Analysis, you will: 

Business Integration & Operational Support

• Serve as the primary finance partner for assigned segments, providing full-cycle support including forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and problem-solving.
• Collaborate with commercial finance teams on new business opportunities, partnerships, and mergers & acquisitions, providing expertise on deal feasibility.
• Build strong partnerships across business units to ensure alignment and integration.
• Support client retention initiatives by working with key stakeholders to refine business strategies and enhance service delivery.

Business Performance & Analysis

• Deliver forward-looking financial insights to guide strategic decision-making and anticipate future trends.
• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, highlighting key insights and preparing presentations to support leadership in evaluating business initiatives.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting efforts, ensuring alignment with financial and operational priorities.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and governance, while identifying and implementing opportunities for optimization.
• Monitor financial risks and opportunities, providing recommendations and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Utilize global tools, data analytics, and emerging technologies to foster a culture of data-driven decision-making and agile responses to market changes.

Qualifications

What You'll Need to Succeed: 

• Bilingual in French and English (speaking, reading, writing) is required.
• Post-secondary education in Business, Finance, or Accounting (college or university).
• CPA designation is an asset.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in finance or business performance roles, with experience partnering with operational teams to improve financial and operational outcomes.
• Experience in business partnerships, budgeting, financial analysis, and costing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) and advanced Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas, VBA a plus).
• Experience with data analytics tools and basic coding (SQL or Python) and statistical analysis.
• Strong project management skills, including identifying problems, proposing solutions, and delivering results.
• Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Strong presentation, influencing, and communication skills.
• Ability to build strong partnerships with operational teams.
• Understanding of contract structures and financial implications of business decisions.
• Proactive, challenger mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

What Makes Sodexo Different: 

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong  in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer: 

• Flexible work environment   
• Competitive compensation & great employee benefits  
• Training and development programs   
• Countless opportunities for growth   
• Corporate responsibility & sustainability   
• An award-winning employer for Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion, Corporate Social Responsibility, and much more. View Sodexo’s latest awards here 
• And so much more!      

Sodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnic group, age, disability, gender, sexual preference, sexual or gender identity, status as a veteran or any other federal, provincial or local protected class.   

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.   

Sodexo is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our team members, customers, clients, contractors, business partners, guests, and members of the public with whom we regularly interact. We require that all new hires in hospitals, long term care facilities, and senior homes to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and may require any other new hires to be fully vaccinated based on the location and scope of their employment. 

Thank you for your interest in Sodexo. 

Please note that only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.  

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About the Company

Salary Range: $95,000 -$110,000 (CAD)

Grow your career with a company that shares your passion! Our Finance team has an exciting new opportunity to join Sodexo as our next  Manager, Business Performance & Analysis located in Toronto, Ontario. This is a hybrid role, operating out of our Etobicoke office. 

At Sodexo, we believe that every role contributes to a better day for those we serve. Our teams drive innovation, efficiency, and excellence across all areas of our business - from strategic planning and operations to people-focused support functions. Together, we create the foundation that empowers our frontline teams to deliver outstanding service and value to our clients, customers, and communities. 

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.