Category Finance Senior Analyst

Ferrero•Chicago, IL

5d•$74,457 - $99,276

About The Position

We have a current opening for a Category Finance Senior Analyst and are actively reviewing applications. As the Category Finance Senior Analyst, you will be the primary finance business partner for our Keebler Brands which include Keebler Cookies (Fudge Stripes, Chips Deluxe, Sandies, EL Fudge, and more), Keebler Cones, and Keebler Crust. This position is responsible for the comprehensive financial support across the P&L, working with business partners to develop assumptions and the P&L while coordinating with internal finance stakeholders. The Senior Analyst reports to the Cookies Category Controller.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required in Finance or a related field.
Minimum of 3-5 years of previous related work experience.
Demonstrated strong financial, operational and business acumen
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate findings into actionable solutions
Effective communication, organization, and people skills necessary to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders and business partners
Knowledge of financial and management accounting
Knowledge of ERP and reporting systems
Intermediate to advanced excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH)

Nice To Haves

CPG/FMCG experience preferred

Responsibilities

Key business partner to Brand Managers and Innovation Managers, supporting strategic decision making through financial analysis, actionable insights, and thought leadership.
Drive and maintain net revenue and profitability goals for brands and channels ensuring support of overall company financial and strategic goals
Develop and maintain innovation P&Ls and be the key finance contact in the commercialization process
Develop roadmap to profitability of brands within the category through managing product mix, analyzing potential cost efficiencies including sourcing decisions, and developing an optimal price pack architecture
Support budget/forecasting activities and manage annual/monthly reviews of business performance with clear communication of growth drivers, risks, and opportunities
Prepare and present financial results to direct business partners as well as Senior leadership