Financial Analyst

Ferrero•Louisville, KY

18d

About The Position

We have a current opening for a Financial Analyst and are actively reviewing applications. The Financial Analyst role ensures ongoing analysis of local production performance and efficiencies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics or Statistics preferred
3+ years of experience
Knowledge of SAP
Strong knowledge of Excel
Knowledge of production process including phases, cycles, production models and Ferrero information systems related to production
Understanding of Costing
Experience in Inventory Control
Experience in a Manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Ensure ongoing analysis of progress and variance of resources used in production and production efficiency
Prepare the corresponding reports
Execute Month-end close procedure
Liaise with Maintenance, Administration, and Central to meet Group close timelines (Local and Central level)
Execute Assessments and cycles – correcting and troubleshooting with IT and Central functions if required
Preparation of all necessary information for availability of preliminary budget
Preparation of proposal for discussion and subsequent approval of preliminary budget
Advanced preparation of documentation and compilation of data
Support the Head of Production Unit in creating the budget proposals
Participate in discussions regarding the budget with Central Operations Office
Monitor variations in costs and share significant shifts with various Departments and Head of the Production Unit
Suggest and initiate necessary corrective actions to realign within budget
Preparation of evaluation and final results
Preparation of internal reports and reports for other Ferrero Units
Preparation of specific budget progress reports pertaining to (personnel, energy, equipment depreciation, overhead, etc.)
Month-end Reporting Package Preparation (Co-generation, FOX, Monthly variances)
Communication of Variances and Results to Production AGs, highlighting key trends to UGPs
Create database for Monthly Variances
Analyze and report variances ± 1000 CAD
Activate or support action plan to reduce variances