Finance Analyst

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At Ferrara, Ferrero, Fox’s Burton’s, and The Fine Biscuits Company, we’re loved by people of all generations for the joy we bring—and that joy is crafted by our people. Join us and explore a whole world to discover, where your passion will find its place.

Today, Ferrara is the #1 sugar confectioner in the U.S, with global sales in more than 40 countries. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of over 9,000 employees around the world who deliver and create hundreds of iconic and beloved products.

In the U.S., more than 67 million households annually enjoy our popular brands like NERDS®, Brach’s®, Jelly Belly®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli®. In Brazil, Dori has become a household name with snacking products that include brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100. And, in France, Carambar & Co have earned generations of loyal customers through the timeless appeal of iconic candy and chocolate brands such as Carambar, Lutti, Krema, Poulain, Vichy and Terry’s.

A privately held company, Ferrara Group is headquartered in Chicago. Ferrara boasts a network of over 30 locations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia Pacific that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities.

Due to the highly interactive and team-based nature of this role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (i.e., 3 days or more) is essential for: effective communication including during in-person meetings, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives.

The Financial Aalyst position will serve as the finance leader supporting operations performance reporting and planning.

• The performance analytics and planning SFA works closely with SC Finance, FP&A, and supply chain to drive timely and consistent reporting
• Supports the month end flash reporting process and provides quick visibility to executive leadership on TDC performance to drive better cost outcomes in year
• Work on ad-hoc strategic projects including integration activities establishing best in class reporting across Ferrara Group
• Analyze results and reports to provide accurate and timely recommendations to drive better outcomes
• Works closely with related party controllers and direct reports to ensure timely, consistent, and aligned reporting for month-end
• Manage and own the sourcing line-item including preparing and presenting the monthly sourcing forecast, analyzing actuals, and working closely with cross functional partners, communicating areas for cost savings opportunities
• Assist in the fiscal year budget cycle and standard roll process by preparing tools to drive efficiency and help the team analyze the standards
• Leads the management of monthly forecasting for TDC working closely with the VP of Operation finance to cascade down guidance and deliver a harmonized monthly forecast
• Eagerness to learn new skills and tools as needed to streamline work
• Analyze processes and ways of working to provide recommendations for streamlined and simplified processes to drive better visibility for Supply Chain counterparts

• Problem Solving – proactively identify and assess problems and implement appropriate solutions that demonstrate understanding of team strategies and objectives
• Analytical Skills – analyze monthly performance and simply summarize the drivers
• Advanced excel skills, with ability to build and manage complex financial models
• Interpersonal Skills - Ability to communicate financial concepts to non-finance business partners in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Strong agility to be able to quickly…