Financial Analyst
3 weeks ago
Job Description
Financial Analyst - Manufacturing
Marshall, Minnesota; Fargo, North Dakota
Description
(Overview)
Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle company, CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leading U.S. manufacturer and marketer of quality foods offered through retail-grocery and food-service channels. Our many popular brands include Red Baron, Tony’s, Big Daddy’s, Villa Prima and Freschetta pizza; Mrs. Smith’s and Edwards desserts; and Pagoda and Bibigo Asian-style snacks. Schwan’s is a place for people with an appetite for more. To learn about joining a team where you can belong, contribute, and thrive, visit www.schwanscompany.com
We are hiring a Financial Analyst to support our food manufacturing facilities in Marshall, MN and Fargo, ND . We are open to new graduates with Finance or Accounting degrees and limited experience - an internship is helpful and can reside at either location with some minimal travel required.
What you will get from us?
Opportunities for career growth with a well-established food company. This is a great entry point into our finance team
A culture focused on ensuring the health, safety and well-being of its employees.
Support and mentorship from team members who are authentic, good-natured and highly skilled.
Competitive wages, incentive pay and a comprehensive package of benefits.
Responsibilities
This position, under supervision, is responsible for conducting and documenting complex financial analysis projects
Reports analyzes forecasts and interprets financial operating data. This may include profit/loss analysis, cost analysis market niche reporting, regional performance assessments, customer proposals, rate of return, depreciation and any other ad-hoc analysis of interest to management
Participates in the preparation and compilation of the annual financial plan which may include functional area specific modeling, time-series analysis and graphic presentation of both operating and financial data
With guidance, prepares financial analysis reports in a timely and accurate manner; and completes individual analytical projects in satisfactory manner given abstract project guidelines
Interprets and applies policies and procedures to new situations
May perform ROI analysis investments
Reviews business unit financial statements and policies to ensure compliance with corporate policies and guidelines
Assists other Finance and organizational areas with financial matters as required
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; ideally in Finance or Accounting
Typically, 0-4 years related experience
Intermediate PC skills including Windows and the Microsoft Office Suite
Experience or exposure to a manufacturing environment with costing, inventory, supply chain knowledge a plus
Basic understanding of financial analysis and accounting policies, procedures, programs, and processes
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Basic knowledge of automated general ledger systems and reporting tools preferred, but we can train you (SAP SQL Cognos ReportNet and BEx)
Basic skills in the development of financial ratios and comparative analysis, or ability to learn
Basic understanding of general accounting principles and accepted standards
The employing subsidiaries of Schwan’s Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin or other protected class.
Job Type: Full-time Business Unit: Req #: 23-4744
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