Sr. Financial Analyst

Description Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.At Lactalis in the USA, we’re committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive—whether you’re just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we’re proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani® Italian cheeses and ricotta, Président® specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft® natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone’s® cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel®, Black Diamond® cheddar, and Parmalat® milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi’s®, Stonyfield Organic®, Brown Cow™, Oui®, Yoplait®, Go-Gurt®, :ratio®, Green Mountain Creamery®, and Mountain High®, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun®, Gopi®, and Arz®.At Lactalis, we live by our core values—Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone’s unique background and ideas are valued.Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy. From your PASSION to oursMidwest Yogurt, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Sr. Financial Analyst based in Reed City, MI. Requirements  As a Sr. Financial Analyst, the role will carry out responsibilities such as but not limited to the supervision of operations controlling activities related to a USA industrial facility and reporting to the Plant Director. The role includes providing direction and expertise to the Industrial, Purchasing and Milk Collection departments and supporting the plant leadership. Additionally, the Sr. Financial Analyst will functionally collaborate with the plant leadership or Directors; Managers and Supervisors related to the financial management of these departments and align duties with the company's goals and values. From your EXPERTISE to oursKey responsibilities for this position includeThe main responsibilities would include:CAPEX:Coordinate the CAPEX Budget process for the Plant together with the VP, Industrial US business unitsTrack key investment execution and payback follow-up vs promised returns Suggest/navigate the optimization of the investment strategyBudgeting:Lead the Budget process for all plant with the Plant Director, and with coordination of the BUEnsure the Group rules are applied, hypothesis harmonized and savings plan integrated Ensure a bridge between purchasing and industrial budgetsReporting:Successfully complete the monthly reporting and analysis, on time and with clear explanations of variancesEnsure accuracy and timelines of the data, accuracy of the information, in industrial and milk collectionForecasting:Facilitate the building, accuracy and submission of monthly forecastsIncrease accuracy and accountability of the teams in the plant, and milk collectionEnsure good visibility on plant performance and action plan integration in the numbersOperational improvements & decision support:Monitor the financial performance of the plant, support the execution of the saving plans with the Plant DirectorBenchmark the performance and continuously identify areas of improvement/savingsShare best practices on common subjects of the Plant (i.e. Raw material follow-up, Productivity…)Increase the know-how in industrial Controlling to the plant leadership.Support the CDG Director US and VP Industrial BU to ensure that the best decisions are made from the US perspective (based on accurate and up-to date costing)Help automate and improve the reporting & analytical tasks of the plant/BU controllers in his scopeTraining & HR:Identify & develop talents, ensure functional and know-how growth in individual approach (aligned with Director, CDG Operations Controlling)From your STORY to oursQualified applicants will contribute the following:Bachelor's degree is required or 5+ years of experience in lieu of 5+ years of Controlling experience preferredAt Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Affirmative Action Employer will comply with all related legal obligations. Salary Description $81,000-$95,000Employee Benefits. Lactalis provides robust and competitive benefits for employees. We have developed a total rewards program that focuses on fair pay, pay for performance, benefits, time off, career progression, and development opportunities. We offer a full suite of benefit options designed to fit your personal needs, from traditional medical and dental plans to ancillary benefits such as accident and critical illness insurance, as well as employee assistance programs. Choice and flexibility are at the core of our benefits program, assuring you have the choices and coverage levels that meet your personal needs. We also understand the importance of affordable benefits which is why we contribute up to 85% toward the cost. We place significant importance on your financial well-being by providing company paid short-term disability, life insurance, and a generous 401(k) plan. When it comes to time off, we understand the importance of work-life balance which is why all employees are granted PTO days upon hire in addition to designated annual holidays. We continue to evaluate our total rewards program and strive to provide you with valuable benefits for your overall wellness.