Ferrara, a company related to The Ferrero Group, is an emerging powerhouse in the North American confections and sweet snacking categories. A passionate team of more than 6,000 employees works together to share delight in every bite through leading brands that have shaped the industry for more than 100 years.
Sr. Analyst, Finance - Manufacturing
Job Location: Bellwood
Want to make an impact?
The Senior Financial Analyst – Plant Finance is a position responsible for providing critical operational and financial support to the plant and broader supply chain organization. This highly visible role will be responsible for supporting day-to-day business partnering with the operations team as well as driving best-in-class improvements in process and analytical capabilities. This role will also support network-wide control and analysis objectives.
Ways you will make a difference

• Prepare, review and distribute weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual financial, operating and executive reports
• Provide specific, actionable and forward-looking commentary on changes in the monthly/quarterly financial forecasts
• Monitor and develop new performance indicators, highlighting trends and analyzing causes of unexpected variances
• Track expenses versus budget, analyze fluctuations and identify shortfalls and cost savings opportunities
• Support the plant’s planning and forecasting process
• Set standard costs for products and track variances to standard
• Assist in the development of the operating strategic plan
• Develop financial models and analyses to support strategic network initiatives
• Collaborate with IT on identifying and implementing business systems necessary to meet reporting requirements
• Support the senior management team and department heads with in-depth analysis
• Lead invoice reconciliation activities for certain labor spend categories within the network
• Provide technical expertise and best-in-class process improvements
• Participate and sometimes lead various manufacturing projects resulting in a well-controlled operating system – projects will vary depending on business needs
• Ensures internal controls are followed and that cycle counts, receiving/shipping documents ,production order confirmations and other miscellaneous activities are entered into SAP in a timely and accurate manner
• Review accuracy of bills of materials including shrink percentages and routings and update to demonstrated plant performance capabilities.

Skills that will make you successful

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership and drive for results through effective collaboration
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills
• Proven track record of driving change and process improvements
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency
• Must be a self-starter capable of adapting to change and comfortable in a fast-paced work environment
• Intellectually curious and a proven thought leader
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, change and a dynamic business environment
• Strength of character; must be tough-minded and able to deal with change, and unafraid to positively challenge status quo

Experiences that will support your success

• Minimum of 3-4 years of progressive experience in corporate finance, ideally with supply chain or plant finance experience from a top CPG organization
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office, primarily Excel & Power Point
• SAP experience strongly preferred
• Strong communication, written, oral and interpersonal skills are required

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Our diverse portfolio of nearly 35 brands includes SweeTARTS®, Trolli®, BRACH'S®, Black Forest® and NERDS®, along with iconic favorites like Lemonhead®, Red Hots® and Now and Later®. Ferrara also manages the Keebler® and Famous Amos® businesses for The Ferrero Group. Headquartered in Chicago, Ferrara has an operational network of 20 locations in North America that includes manufacturing, distribution and R&D facilities. Learn more at www.ferrarausa.com.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bellwood, IL 60104: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)
• Financial modeling: 1 year (Preferred)
• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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