Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

About Us

Founded in 1916, Kohl & Frisch Limited has a solid reputation in the healthcare industry that distinguishes it as the only national, Canadian-owned and operated wholesale distributor. A family-owned company, it is one of Canada’s leading national distributors and is the essential link between pharmaceutical manufacturers and healthcare providers. Kohl & Frisch is fully equipped to service large chain retailers, independent pharmacies, clinics, and hospitals for all their Rx, OTC, home healthcare, and front shop needs.

About The Role

The Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis is responsible for leveraging their exceptional analytical skills to utilize data and available systems to support a comprehensive financial analysis for key management decisions. The individual will be an important part of the Financial Planning team and will support the company in developing the annual budget, forecasting and profitability analysis. This role would also be responsible for the management of the financial terms for all customer agreements.

What Will You Do?

• Coordinate preparation and presentation of key components of the annual financial budget, forecasts, profitability analysis and other value add analysis.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis to support business decisions, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and financial modelling.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve financial performance and achieve financial goals.
• Assist with the continuous improvement of operational, system and financial processes and governance.
• Prepare and present regular financial reports and performance metrics to senior management and other stakeholders.
• Lead and develop a team of FP&A analysts, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback.
• Prepare monthly, yearly and annual customer rebates.
• Manage workload distribution and ensure timely completion of projects and deliverables.
• Work collaboratively within Finance and assist in developing analytical skills that will assist with key business decisions.
• Support the business by identifying and communicating areas of opportunities and business risks.
• Apply strong business acumen to influence a culture of continuous improvement by implementing process and job efficiencies.
• Partner with departments to prepare profitability analysis and customer pricing reviews as required and support the development and interpretation of key metrics and KPIs.
• Other duties and projects as required of the position.

What You Bring

• Accounting designation required(CPA)
• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• 5 to 7+ years of progressive experience in financial planning, preferably in a pharmaceutical/wholesale/distribution environment
• A self-starter with strong financial acumen and thrives on preparing analysis to understand business performance
• Experience leading and developing a team to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Demonstrates a high level of interest and aptitude for systems and applications to facilitate analysis and improve efficiencies and controls over data
• Excellent Excel skills and work experience with Adaptive Insights and Dynamics would be an asset

What’s In It For You?

This position offers a salary range of $110,000 - $130,000. Final salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined by factors including location, relevant experience, skill level and education.

How To Apply

If you are interested in applying, please submit a résumé and any other relevant documentation to: . Please ensure you specify the job title, Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis in the subject line of your email.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use AI for initial screening and assisting in evaluating candidate qualifications. All final hiring decisions will be made by our recruitment team.

Kohl & Frisch would like to thank all applicants for their interest. All applicants who received interviews will receive an update on their application status within 45 days of applying. We value your interest in joining our team and strive to provide a timely, transparent hiring experience.

Kohl & Frisch Limited welcomes applications from individuals with disabilities and provides accommodations upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.