Financial Planning & Analysis Associate

MRS GERRYS KITCHEN LLC • Edina, MN

10h • $70,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At Mrs. Gerry’s Kitchen, LLC we create delicious, high quality, prepared foods so everyone has more time to enjoy life. We believe in purpose-driven work, innovation without compromise, and investing in our people. If you're looking to lead with impact, build high-performing teams, and grow in a future-focused company, we want to meet you. Under the direction of the Director of FP&A, the FP&A Associate is responsible for supporting comprehensive financial planning, reporting, and analysis activities across all business units.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• 2-4 years of relevant FP&A, finance, forecasting, and budgeting experience
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling; experience with ERP systems and business intelligence (BI) tools preferred
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact effectively with executive leadership
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of management
• Consistently represent the company in a positive, professional, and ethical manner
• Ensure all tasks are completed accurately and with exceptional attention to detail
• Proactively identify and communicate potential issues to the Director of FP&A
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively

Responsibilities

• Preparing the Monthly Operating Review (MOR) presentation for all business units
• Assist Controllers in the preparation of supplemental schedules to the financial statements.
• Perform variance analysis comparing actual results versus budget, prior year, and forecast for SG&A and overhead (OH) accounts.
• Maintain and update KPI reporting, ensuring accuracy and consistency across business units.
• Provide detailed margin erosion (waste) analysis, including root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action (CA) reporting.
• Standardize and automate monthly reporting and dashboard processes in partnership with the IT department.
• Manage the company’s Capital Expenditure (CapEx) budget and track year-to-date (YTD) spend.
• Maintain Balance-to-Spend schedules and ensure proper reconciliation and reporting.
• Oversee monthly depreciation calculations and communicate related journal entries to Controllers.
• Maintain and distribute the monthly financial reporting calendar to ensure timely deliverables.
• Support inventory management by assisting with business unit cycle counts and year-end inventory counts.
• Conduct profitability analyses for new product offerings to support business case development.
• Prepare supplemental financial reports, including data extraction from ERP systems, data cleansing, and transformation into actionable Excel-based visual deliverables.
• Collaborate with business unit Controllers to prepare reports under tight deadlines and provide insightful monthly results analysis.

Benefits

• Competitive Wage – get rewarded for driving results
• Health & Wellness – Full medical, dental, vision, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays and personal days
• Retirement Plan – 401(k) with company match, profit sharing
• Growth & Leadership Development – Training, mentorship, and personal growth opportunities
• Mission-Driven Culture – Be part of a company focused on sustainability, transparency, and community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees