CFO, International Americas

Sysco

2d•$150,800 - $200,800

About The Position

As a member of the International Americas (IA) Executive Team, this position provides executive financial leadership and oversight for Sysco’s International Americas region, encompassing Canada and the Latin America, Caribbean & Export (LACE) markets. The role is responsible for comprehensive financial planning, management, and the overall control environment across all business units, ensuring strong internal controls, governance practices, and SOX‑compliant processes that safeguard company assets and support Sysco’s financial obligations. As a strategic partner to the Senior Vice President, International Americas, and a key member of the IA Leadership Team, the role serves as a trusted advisor guiding financial strategy, operational performance, and long‑term growth across the International Americas portfolio. The position has oversight of Canada’s four Regional Business Units, Specialty Finance, Corporate Finance, and the finance and accounting teams across LACE.

Requirements

11+ years financial analyst and/or accounting experience required
Prior managerial experience as an executive, functional lead required
Undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree required
Valid driver’s license in good standing with access to a vehicle is required.

Nice To Haves

Recognized professional accounting designation preferred (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA)
MBA in Business, Finance or Accounting preferred.
Strong strategic thinking and leadership skills.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to work collaboratively with executive leadership and cross-functional teams.
Proficiency in advanced accounting software and tools.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to manage multiple high-priority tasks and projects simultaneously.
In-depth knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

Responsibilities

Determine the methods and procedures for executing the company’s financial operations in accordance with corporate and government guidelines
Operates as a consultant and key business partner to maximize profitability of the Canadian and LACE operations; for example, develops business rationale for improving efficiency of the network footprint
Through extensive analysis and cost formulation practices, develops and recommends plans for expansion of existing programs, operations, and financial activities
Ensures monthly forecasts are accurate and timely
Provides advisory role to executive staff for profit opportunities and cost reductions
Develops business strategies, monitors progress and makes adjustments/recommendations as needed
Responsible for ensuring the company’s Profit Plan is prepared as directed and submitted in a timely fashion according to Sysco guidelines
Controls and reviews day to day operations of the Finance/Accounting Department, Operations and Sales
Provides continuous direction and guidance to other departments to ensure the safeguarding of company assets
Directs or conducts management studies and prepares workload and budget estimates for specified or assigned operations
Analyzes and submits operational activity reports and helps identify potential problems; recommends necessary actions to correct those identified
Consistently provides comprehensive audits of internal company operations
Ensures optimum return rate on investments/company assets
Develops long range planning schedules that can be utilized by the company
Assists in the recruiting and continuous training and development of departmental associates and assists in interpreting the company’s policies and practices
Responsible for performance management and development of finance associates
Aids in the solicitation of new or prospective business by participating in company meetings and presentations when necessary and in other activities within the market area to develop and foster the company’s recognition within the business community
Liaises with key stakeholders at Sysco Corporate, Houston to leverage best practice methodologies and systems
Co-chair the Pension Governance Committee
Supports civil and acquisition legal matters
Participates as a Sysco Canada Board of Director
Manages a complex payroll and accounting practice across 10 provincial jurisdictions, including both Union and Non-Union agreements, in a highly multi-cultural and bilingual work environment
Leads insurance rate renewals, partnering with established brokers
Positively influence and shape a large and inclusive organizational culture to be one that’s productive, vibrant, and a desirable place to work.
Ability to effectively lead change and transformational initiatives through sound change management practices that will ensure sustained adoption, including stakeholder engagement across multiple functions
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Voluntary Optional Insurance
Parental Leave Plan
Company Pension Plan
Group RRSP & TFSA
Employee and Family Assistance
Stock Purchase Plan
Maple Virtual Care
Unlimited on-line learning
Sysco product discounts
Preferred vendor discounts
Associate Resource Groups (benefits may vary based on location or bargaining unit)