Sr. Analyst Financial Planning & Analysis

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 32 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods.

About the role

The Senior Analyst will be an integral member of the North America Financial Planning & Analysis department, responsible for assisting with the development and deployment of financial targets, reporting and analysis of financial results, and recommending course corrections to ensure financial targets are met. Timely and accurate information to enhance management decisions are the key success factors in this role.

This position is based at 401 N Michigan Ave, Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60611 USA.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the annual budget process including meeting timelines and deliverables, while partnering with business leads to identify and report key performance indicators.
• Help drive implementation and maintenance of software tools that support financial consolidation and reporting.
• Manage the analysis/documentation of ad-hoc requests as required by the CFO, Director of FP&A, and other functional leaders, including sales proposals, discounted cash flow analysis, pricing, volumes, and standard cost interpretation.
• Perform financial evaluations, risk analysis, and advice regarding new products, R&D projects, investment proposals, and contracts.
• Direct the preparation of the free cash flow plan and forecast analysis on a monthly and annual basis.
• Develop presentations including charts to provide senior management with an outlook to both near and long-term financial results.
• Develop pro-forma financial models as needed to support investment decisions and support Industrial Performance and Purchasing functional initiatives to ensure achievement of targets, goals, and objectives.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with both corporate and non-corporate employees to facilitate communication of business needs.
• Coordinate with other accounting functions, laboratories, and service departments to complete necessary tasks.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• At all times, operate in an ethical and Code of Conduct compliant manner.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Broad knowledge of Financial Planning & Analysis; knowledge of general accounting practices for communication with the General Ledger team.
• Knowledge of Cost Accounting to accurately cost products and perform variance analysis.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with senior management and coordinate with business partners.
• Ability to analyze financial results and assess financial/strategic impacts of business decisions.
• Proficiency in cash flow, balance sheet and income statement analysis, and budgeting process.
• Experience in planning, coordinating, and executing multiple projects simultaneously.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree (desired).
• Experience with financial databases such as Oracle, SAP, or JDE (a plus).

Skills

• Attention to Detail
• Analytical Skills
• Problem Solving
• Strong Excel Skills
• Communication with other departments
• Team Collaboration

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Work is performed in a typical office setting with a usually quiet noise level.
• May occasionally be required to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, especially during financial reporting periods.
• Minimal exposure to health or safety hazards.
• Regularly required to sit for long periods, use hands to type, handle documents, and operate office equipment.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• May occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision for reviewing detailed financial documents.

Pay

Compensation Range: $95,000 - $100,000 annual salary USD. Potential bonus: Up to 5% based on performance.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) package to support work-life balance following state and local ordinances.
• Optional 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
• Impact strategic pillars built on 60 years of experience and expertise.
• Be part of a community of enthusiastic and skilled individuals working toward a shared purpose.
• Join a diverse and open-minded environment that values singularities and differences.
• Grow within an international group of over 10,000 team members, with opportunities to learn and share.