Senior Finance Analyst - Business Unit Finance

Lamb Weston•Eagle, ID

5d•$86,380 - $129,570

About The Position

Lamb Weston is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst to support its North America National Accounts organization. The role serves as a finance partner to Sales and cross-functional teams, evaluating business performance, identifying risks and opportunities, and delivering actionable insights and recommendations for commercial decisions. The analyst leads monthly forecasting, period-end reporting and analysis, annual planning, customer profitability analysis, and development of financial models that support decision-making. Success in the role requires strong analytical capabilities, effective communication, and commercial business acumen to translate complex data into meaningful insights for business partners.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in finance, accounting, analytics, FP&A, or related business functions.
Knowledge of P&L management and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Ability to independently analyze and synthesize complex data into meaningful financial insights and recommendations.
Ability to present complex financial information through reports, dashboards, and visualizations to financial and non-financial audiences, including senior leaders.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate recommendations clearly and build alignment across functions.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills, including the ability to identify business drivers and develop actionable recommendations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, lead projects, and work independently with limited supervision in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to collaborate effectively across functions to solve business challenges and support decision-making.
Self-motivation and ability to adapt to ambiguity, changing priorities, and evolving business needs.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Power BI or other business intelligence and visualization tools.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the financial, operational, and commercial drivers affecting the National Accounts business.
Lead month-end close activities, including reporting, variance analysis, and communication of key financial and business performance drivers.
Identify, quantify, and communicate risks and opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations to support business objectives.
Provide forward-looking commentary and recommendations for monthly forecasting.
Analyze SG&A, trade investment, customer profitability, and related performance.
Contribute to annual operating plan and strategic planning processes.
Develop and maintain complex financial models and analyze commercial initiatives, product development, customers, pricing strategies, and other business opportunities.
Partner with Sales and cross-functional teams to provide insights and recommendations that drive profitable growth and improve financial performance.
Develop and enhance reporting tools, dashboards, and processes to improve data accuracy, reporting efficiency, and business visibility.
Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support to Finance, Sales, and other business stakeholders.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care, Health Reimbursement Accounts, and Health Savings Accounts.
Well-being programs, including companywide events and a wellness incentive program.
Paid time off.
401(k) plan with company contributions.
Financial planning services.
Employee stock purchase program.
Life and accident insurance.
Family-friendly employee events.
Employee Assistance Program services, including mental health and concierge-type services.
Compensation and bonus incentive programs.