Senior Financial Analyst, Manufacturing

Senior Financial Analyst, Manufacturing

Under the leadership of the Plant Controller, this position leads the financial planning and reporting processes for one of the operating units at the plant and is responsible for maintaining the integrity of all financial policies, maintaining internal controls, establishing operating budgets, and accurately forecasting and reporting financial performance. The position shares the responsibility for the financial performance of the facility; therefore he/she must drive accountability and search for ways to bridge any gaps.

What’s on the Menu?

• Lead the development of the Annual Operating Plan, including product cost standards updates, (raw and pack yields, master recipes), bridging cost changes and preparing all applicable AOP schedules
• Lead weekly and monthly reporting of actual and forecasted costs, including the development and distribution of reports to unit and plant manufacturing management
• Analyze and interpret variances to target for direct expenses
• Provide detailed report of variances and breakdown of unit KPI measures to unit and plant management teams on a regular basis
• Identify and initiate process improvements in the financial planning and reporting systems
• Help identify and quantify savings surfaced by Continuous Improvement and Production teams, ensuring the values in 4 Site are current and represent the unit’s best thinking
• Perform various financial analysis/scenario studies
• Ensure completion of month end close requirements (journal entries, SAP, FAC Review) and monthly reporting of results including analysis of the drivers of results
• Oversee and audit operational BOM accuracy throughout the year
• Be an active member and contributor to the plant leadership team, including training and feedback to users of financial information and support of frontline leaders
• Establish and maintain internal controls consistent with corporate requirements and good business practice
• Ensure inventory controls are working effectively
• Lead and help complete month-end close process

Recipe for Success

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or similar degree required
• Minimum of 2+ years of related experience
• Good understanding of General Accounting and Cost Accounting principles
• High level of integrity and ability to maintain strong controls environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to work with information and technical earning agility
• Strong ERP and financial system (SAP, Hyperion) background preferred
• Proficient with software such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, including the ability to create, modify and ensure accuracy of complex spreadsheets
• Excellent organization and time management skills

Quality Orientation

• Attention to detail

Adaptability

• Maintaining effectiveness in the face of changing priorities and tasks, ability to manage multiple assignments

Teamwork/Collaboration

• Working effectively with those outside the formal line of authority to accomplish organizational goals

New Hire Base Salary Range

$89,800.00 - $112,200.00

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents. The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

Benefits

• Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs.
• Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
• Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

Location(s)

Springfield Plant

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.