Franchisee Financial Performance Manager
Reports to: Senior Manager, FP&A
Location: Vancouver BC
Annual Salary range in BC: $80,00-90,000
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A fantastic opportunity exists for a full time Franchisee Financial Performance Manager to join the COBS Bread Finance Team, as we look to double our business within the next five years. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing financial and commercial advice to the Franchise Operations Team and Franchisee to improve their profitability and performance. The Performance Manager will be responsible for assessing and identifying financial risk and opportunities across the franchise network by means of providing advice on the financial viability for business sale and purchases.
Responsibilities include:
Collaborate with various stakeholders (including Franchisees, COBS Bread Support Team, financial institutions and lawyers) to support the financial and commercial health of the franchise network
Identify and assess the financial risks and improvement opportunities across the franchise network and working to achieve sound financial and commercial outcomes for both COBS Bread and its Franchisees
Ensure the accuracy of financial data provided by franchise bakeries
Assess the financial risk and security of franchise bakeries
Evaluate the financial viability of bakery property and franchising agreements
Provide recommendations to the Franchising team as it relates to potential candidates interested in purchasing a bakery business
Maintain and grow relationships with existing and new financial institutions that have partnered with COBS Bread
Support the Senior Manager of FP&A with reporting, budgeting, forecasting and ad-hoc financial analysis
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
What You Bring to the Table:
4+ years' experience in finance is required
Experience in franchise and commercial banking is an asset
A post-secondary degree in Business, Finance or Accounting
CA or CPA accreditation is an asset
Tactful in addressing Franchisee performance issues and impacts on the network
Strong effectiveness in building relationships with key stakeholders
Strong business acumen related to financial reporting and analysis
knowledge of banking and funding requirements
Ability to build relationships and influence sound commercial outcomes
Interpersonal and great communication skills both written and verbal
High attention to detail and outstanding organizational skills
Strong skills in MS Office including Excel
Knowledge of retail leasing and operations is an asset
Benefits
What's in it for you:
Not only do we have fresh COBS Bread product delivered daily to our Vancouver Support Office, we offer some pretty sweet perks too!
Flexible work arrangements with a combination of working in the Vancouver Support Office and remotely
A work from home reimbursement to ensure you're set up for success
Competitive salary and vacation plan, and individual bonus plan
A great Extended Health & Dental Benefit, Group RRSP Matching, and Health Spending Account
Paid sick and personal leave days
Subsidized wellness program, and paid day for community service and volunteer time
An open, 'continuous-learning' environment where professional development and career progression is encouraged
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 160 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.
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.