Financial Analyst

Job DescriptionJob Description

Seeking a Financial Analyst for a multi-state food production manufacturing company.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years strong financial analysis, cost accounting, and general accounting in a manufacturing environment. As this role is a critical customer-facing role, you must be able to establish positive working relationships, understand customer needs and provide deliverables.

What you will do:

This position will lead the reporting and planning for financial and accounting activities of one (1) of the company entities.

Responsibilities will include budget management, month-end reporting, and price and promotional guidance. In addition, you will conduct analyses to support sales, payroll, and plant metrics and provide governance reporting.

• Utilize data analysis tools and techniques to assess plant performance, identify areas for improvement, and optimize efficiency strategies.
• Perform financial modeling by analyzing large data sets and deliver business insights and recommendations for leadership.
• Prepare, analyze, and present accurate and timely financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and variance analysis.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and maintain annual budgets and financial forecasts, collaborating with department heads to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including cost analysis, pricing strategies, and ROI assessments, to support decision-making and improve profitability.
• Recommend pricing changes based on ongoing data analysis and review key customer pricing changes with executive leadership team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.
• Experience with budgeting and forecasting, in-depth financial analysis including cost analysis.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize multiple priorities and strong attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate (verbal/writing) effectively.
• Self-motivated and strong analytical / problem solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate at all levels of the organization and across other functional areas.

Company DescriptionAmazing company with great benefits and competitive pay.Company DescriptionAmazing company with great benefits and competitive pay.

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