Senior Financial Analyst - Operations

Position Overview

Johnsonville, LLC, a strong, high-growth company, has an excellent opportunity for an outstanding individual to join us as a Sr. Financial Analyst – Operations for our network facilities. This position will work closely with our facility leadership teams, which are committed to member development, manufacturing excellence, and continuous improvement. A successful candidate will leverage their product costing expertise and leadership skills in identifying key financial opportunities, and leading key improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships at all levels of the plant including Core Team, Team Leaders, & Floor Members; earn a seat at the table for both formal and informal meetings
• Integrate and demonstrate the Johnsonville Way by engaging members to achieve required business results; act as a role model and coach
• Turn data into insights; assist in communicating the what, why (drivers & trends), so what (ask rich questions, leveraging relationships to drive improvement), and what next
• Assist in developing and using clear & concise dashboards; translate numbers to a message; relate message to themes people relate to and easily understand
• Assist with forecasting and the annual budgeting process for our network facilities. Ensure that the facility processes are streamlined and align with overall company processes
• Assist in ensuring that the facility cost savings pipelines meet expectations for current and future years
• Work with the Multi-Site Plant Controllers to evaluate new business opportunities; assist in providing insight for proposed capital (IRR, cost savings, post-mortems) & productivity projects (continuous improvement)
• Identify best practices and work with the Multi-Site Plant Controllers to implement across the network
• Assist in the development of procedures and controls to ensure accurate product costs and reliable inventory management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required

Experience

• Five (5) years of analytical experience in a manufacturing environment; cost accounting and analytics experience strongly preferred; CMA a plus but not required
• Experience in food or consumer packaged goods preferred
• Experience working with and/or developing meaningful operational reporting and guiding operations members on interpreting and using financial reporting preferred
• Experience coaching/leading a team preferred

Skills

• Strong communication skills, ability to present financial information in a meaningful and understandable way
• Proven computer skills required (Intermediate Excel, Word, PowerPoint); SAP experience would be a plus
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to identify trends and develop action plans/recommendations to address

Other Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Travel: Minimal

Benefits and Compensation

Members have potential for a monthly bonus and 401k with a company match. Members also have access to terrific benefits including affordable medical, dental and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; and fertility and adoption assistance. Johnsonville also offers competitive paid time off, including paid parental time off, as well as access to the 24/7 onsite fitness center, and onsite medical clinic! Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.