Financial Analyst

Employment Type: Salaried
Shift: First  
Work Designation: Onsite 

Position Summary:

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting and Analysis:

• Preparation and analysis of Financial Results
• Preparation and coordination of the presentation to the Board of Directors
• Historical trend analysis
• Report on Key Financial performance metrics
• Analyze financial ratios and communicate insights to Senior leadership
• Adhoc Financial Analysis, modeling & presentations

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Coordination of budget and forecast process including communication and planning of dates and deliverables
• Weekly Latest Estimate of month’s financial performance
• Work closely with business partners to prepare quarterly forecasts
• Work closely with Finance leads to create annual budgets and quarterly forecasts 
• Assist Director of FP&A to drive financial initiatives

Process Improvement:

• Identify and implement process efficiencies to reporting and analysis
• Partner with Information Systems to improve current financial systems
• Develop Financial Models that will streamline analysis and reporting
   

Education and Experience:

• BS degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required
• 2-4 years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, modeling & reporting required
• Advanced proficiency with MS Excel & PowerPoint required
• Excellent verbal, written and listening skills are required
• CPA or MBA a plus
• Experience with JDE, AS400, BI a plus
   

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must be detail oriented, organized and highly analytical
• Ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines
• Ability to work successfully in a team environment
• Ability to grasp new concepts and problem solve
• Understanding of manufacturing variances

Why Join Us:
Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits:​

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees​
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)​
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays​
• Employee Appreciation Events​ and Employee Assistance Programs
• Salary Base Range of $82,155.00-$105,242.55 for Employees Located in California*

 

*The “base salary range” provided above is a good faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this position.  The range provided is for California-based employees as Ventura Foods is required by California State Law to post pay rates.  Ventura Foods reserves the right to pay outside of the given range based on a variety of factors including but not limited to: candidate skills and experience, complexity of the job, budgetary factors, and location/geography.  Ventura Foods conducts regular reviews of compensation ranges and therefore reserves the right to alter this range at any given time.  

 

Physical Demands:
All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum: intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.  Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required.  Please see the job description for specific requirements.

 

Work Environment:
Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day.   Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required.  Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements.  In addition, certain jobs may require employees to:

• Work outside and/or in adverse temperatures which could include extreme heat, cold, and humidity;
• Be exposed to vibrations, chemicals used in operations, fumes and food allergens (may include soy, dairy and other allergens); and
• Be required to work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet.

 

Diversity & Inclusion:
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values.  We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.