The financial analyst will be responsible for complex financial analysis in support of management decision-making. The individual will conduct in-depth research to identify key financial drivers using financial, operating and economic data, while analyzing, interpreting and reporting findings.JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or MIS required. 

Experience:

2+ years financial analysis experience required. 

Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel required.

Basic to intermediate knowledge of cubes preferred.

Manufacturing experience preferred.

JOB DUTIES:Provide financial support for Proliant Dairy Ingredients by interpreting financial data and key metrics to optimize the economics of the business. Develop strong working relationships across all geographies and functional teams including sales, operations, innovation, and shared services.  Improve financial performance by preparing, developing, and continuously enhancing meaningful analysis of businesses on an ad-hoc, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis and make recommendations to management.Prepare and develop monthly financial management reporting packages and supporting detail by product and industry, including trend, variance and roll forward analysis to assist management in understanding business results.Provide analysis of financial statistics and operating benchmarks of the organization to assist management in strategic decision making.Prepare profit and loss models, balance sheets and other management reports to forecast financial outcomes of the business.Consult with department leaders to determine key drivers in performance and to understand business results.Work closely with MIS to design and develop tools to help in both the gathering data/inputs and subsequently the delivery of information to the management teams as efficiently as possible (ex: Power BI; MDS; Cubes; Pivots; SharePoint etc.) Work closely with management team to forecast financial outcomes by developing reporting tools which incorporate sales, supply/demand, and operational/raw material forecasts.Lead detailed monthly and quarterly financial analysis discussions with management.Assist in the preparation of the comprehensive annual plans and presentations to stakeholders.Continuously strive to streamline systems, processes, and reporting.Other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:General financial/accounting knowledge and ability to ensure fully functioning and accurate management reporting and analysis reporting.General knowledge of accounting standards/procedures as well as federal, state, and local rules/regulations.Ability to analyze complex and varied data and produce meaningful reports to be used by senior management.Intermediate Excel abilities, utilizing pivot tables, data cubes, and macros.Ability to input and access a variety of operational and financial information.Knowledge of organizational methods and the ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality related to all duties and responsibilities.Ability to apply and interpret complex mathematical formulas.Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Ability to demonstrate professionalism during a variety of situations.Ability to work with other related projects as requested by management

BASIC MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

This job requires the mental capabilities to monitor account information, analyze figures and computer-generated data, develop necessary financial documents/reports, and offer financial opinions.  Furthermore, this job requires the incumbent to apply good judgment, utilize logical/abstract thinking, and solve problems as they arise. This individual will identify areas for improvement while ensuring duties are completed in accordance with established accounting procedures and standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND EXPOSURES:

General office working conditions exist, including some extended periods of computer work and extended hours during peak periods of activities. Working conditions vary, a portion of the job duties occur within a general office environment while other job duties occur within a manufacturing plant setting.  Additional exposures include biohazards, odor, noise, dust, moving machinery, and occasional contact with hazardous chemicals.  Furthermore, this position may require the incumbent to travel on business to production plants in a variety of weather conditions.