Fernando Varela
Finance Analyst Supply Chain Fp & a (Transportation) @Lactalis Canada
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WORK HISTORY
Finance Analyst Supply Chain Fp & a (Transportation) @Lactalis Canada
Toronto, ON, CA
Supporting financial planning and performance management for National Transportation (T1 & T2 flows), within the Supply Chain Finance team- Own financial analysis and performance tracking for transportation costs across plants, distribution centers, and customer deliveries- Support month-end activities, including accruals, variance analysis, and reconciliation of logistics costs vs. shipped volumes- Partner with operations and logistics teams to identify cost drivers, risks, and optimization opportunities- Provide insights to support decision-making and improve cost efficiency across the transportation network- Contribute to forecasting and planning cycles, ensuring alignment between financial projections and operational realities- Analyze discrepancies and identify root causes impacting financial results and operational performance.
EDUCATION
Seneca Polytechnic
Diploma of Education, International Transportation and Customs
Centro Universitário UNIFAFIRE
Bachelor's degree, Accounting and Finance
SKILLS
ABOUT FERNANDO VARELA
Finance professional with 10+ years of experience across Accounting, FP & A, and Master Data, with a strong focus on translating financial data into actionable business insights. Throughout my career, I’ve worked across different areas of Finance, building a solid foundation in financial operations, performance analysis, and process improvement. I’m particularly driven by connecting numbers to business decisions, helping teams understand performance, identify risks, and unlock opportunities. I bring a hands-on and structured approach to problem-solving, combining analytical thinking with a continuous improvement mindset. I also have experience working in fast-paced environments, collaborating cross-functionally, and leveraging tools and data to optimize processes. Currently part of the Management Control (FP & A) – Transportation team at Lactalis Canada, expanding my experience in Supply Chain Finance and operational performance.
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