Business Operations Analyst

WHO WE ARE

Hickory Nut Gap is a working family farm, and a meat distribution company based in Fairview, North Carolina. The meat company, Hickory Nut Gap Meats, collaborates with a network of farmers in our region to produce regeneratively raised, 100% grassfed beef and pasture raised heritage breed pork. Our meats are sold to retail, distributor, food service, ecommerce, and other customers across the eastern US. We believe in a better world, and we are inviting everyone to come along. For us, better means treating our planet with respect. It means improving the lives of animals and the livelihoods of farmers. Our team is made up of people who collaborate, support, have fun, and challenge one another with an eye towards improvement and growth. We need outstanding people to join our team and fulfill our mission and change the food system.

INTRODUCTION

The Business Operations Analyst supports the financial, systems, and data infrastructure of HNG, helping drive informed decision-making and operational efficiency across the organization. This role works cross-functionally with finance and operations to manage pricing, reporting, and system functionality. The position plays a key role in maintaining and improving ERP systems, developing actionable reporting, supporting financial operations, and assisting in the implementation of new tools and technologies, including AI. This role is well-suited for someone who is detail-oriented, analytical, and interested in building scalable processes to support a growing business.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Pricing & Financial Analysis: Own pricing models and analysis, partnering with leadership and sales to inform pricing decisions and support margin optimization
• ERP & Systems Management: Own ERP structure, data integrity, reporting, and system improvements, partnering with operations to ensure consistent usage and SOP adherence
• Reporting & Business Insights: Develop and maintain reporting tools that provide accurate, actionable insights, supporting decision-making
• AI & Process Innovation: Support implementation of AI-driven tools and automation focused on improving reporting, forecasting, and operational workflows
• Financial Operations Support: Support accounting processes including cattle tracking and bookkeeping, partnering with suppliers to reconcile financial and operational data

DAILY OVERSIGHT AND RESPONSIBILITES

• Maintain and update pricing models, ensuring alignment with costs, margins, and market conditions.
• Analyze financial and operational data to support decision-making across teams.
• Manage ERP system functionality, including troubleshooting, improvements, and user support.
• Identify opportunities to improve ERP workflows and system integrations.
• Build, update, and maintain reports and dashboards for operations, sales, and finance.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of data used for reporting and analysis.
• Explore and implement AI tools to streamline reporting, analysis, and operational workflows.
• Track purchased cattle, including costs, inventory flow, and reconciliation with processing data.
• Support accounting processes, including tracking, reporting, and issue resolution.
• Assist with general bookkeeping tasks and financial record accuracy.
• Partner cross-functionally to understand data needs and improve reporting capabilities.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and data visibility.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• 5+ years' experience in finance preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate and function effectively as a team member.
• Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while efficiently and effectively managing competing priorities.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Microsoft Excel experience required.

TO APPLY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://hickorynutgap.com/pages/job-openings for an email to send your resume and cover letter.

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Flat Rock, NC 28731