Financial Analyst I

Foremost Farms USA•Middleton, WI

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

In this highly visible role, the Financial Analyst will contribute to the success of the organization by supporting the maintenance of financial reporting, providing functional support to several key business partners, and driving the consolidated forecasting and AOP process for the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related quantitative/technical discipline
Ability to present fact-based recommendations across various levels of management
Strong analytical and financial modeling skills; with proficiency working in Excel and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree such as an MBA or related quantitative/technical discipline
Job-related experience in the dairy industry
Prior experience with BOARD or other ERP reporting software
2+ years of previous financial analyst experience

Responsibilities

Support preparation and delivery of Monthly Business Review (MBR) materials including data preparation, financial insights, and executive level content
Manage consolidated reporting timelines and coordinate cross functional inputs to ensure accurate and timely delivery
Analyze financial performance, identify key drivers, and communicate insights and recommended actions to leadership
Develop and enhance analytical tools and processes to improve variance analysis and proactively identify risks and opportunities
Own recurring weekly and monthly reporting deliverables
Identify opportunities to automate and simplify reporting processes and manual workflows
Support monthly financial consolidation and reporting processes
Build and maintain financial models supporting forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis
Develop and manage standardized templates used for forecast and AOP submissions across the organization
Support the monthly forecasting process within BOARD (financial system software)
Partner cross functionally to enhance forecasting accuracy through improved processes, documentation, and collaboration
Consolidate company wide forecast and AOP financial packages for leadership review
Provide financial partnership to functional areas through spend analysis, variance insights, performance tracking, and clear financial narratives explaining key performance drivers
Collaborate with functional leaders to define and monitor key financial and operational KPIs
Conduct ROI and investment analysis on strategic initiatives and large spend projects
Lead data analysis to support decision making and identify opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency
Serve as proxy for the Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis when needed

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Flexible coverage with options to meet the needs of you and your family
401(k) Retirement Plan – 100% company match on up to 8% of your contributions
Generous Paid Time Off – Start with 200 hours of PTO (pro-rated for first year)
10 Paid Holidays – Enjoy time to rest and recharge
Paid Parental Leave – 6 weeks fully paid
Health Savings Account (HSA) – when you elect the high-deductible health plan
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Save for medical and dependent care expenses
Life and Disability Insurance – Financial protection for you and your loved ones
Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings when you need them
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges
Referral Program – Earn rewards for bringing great people to our team
Career Growth Opportunities – Advance your skills and your career with us