Sr. Business Analyst Job Indianapolis Indiana USA,Finance & Banking

Location: Indianapolis

The Opportunity

The Sr. Business Analyst is a vital link between Cost/Financial Accounting and Manufacturing Operations. As part of the Finance Team, this position is the keeper of accurate labour, yield, and usage information regarding material volumes, material costs and movements. This information is used by our various teams to manage cost of product, inventory, and earned labour. This analyst also assists with financial reporting activities (e.g. budgeting, balance sheet recs, journal entries, etc.).

Snapshot

Of a Day-in-the-Life

Provide timely and accurate daily and weekly cost reporting to the plant management team
Provide accurate weekly / monthly forecasts for overall plant results in a timely manner
Work with manufacturing/engineering/finance to put in place more efficient and accurate processes
Responsible for managing inventory through physical counting and preparing posting of cycle counts, inventory dispositions, and following up on issues
Assist with financial reporting activities (e.g. journal entries, balance sheet recs, etc.
As part of the Finance team, assist managers in managing their budgets, as well as participating in period end duties where required
Be active and participate in Six Sigma projects and identify, recommend, and support cost improvement opportunities
Play an integral role in the development of new product costing (from development to launch) and ensure current product costs accurately reflect the manufacturing process
Work with purchasing and sourcing on multiple fronts. This includes being the single point of contact on things such as resolving AP queries, purchasing/receiving issues, vendor set ups etc.
Work with QA to clear blocked inventory, in a timely manner
On site responsibility to ensure accounting procedures adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and approved corporate policies
On site C3 custodian to ensure critical inventory and purchasing procedures are in control, and responsible for Quarterly Self-Test submissions
Support Production Management and Material Control with regular inventory cycle review and perform re-counts and random verification checking when required / applicable, posting of cycle counts, inventory dispositions, and following up on issues
Perform periodic analysis of overhead spending and provide management with the information required to make future spending decisions
Work with Finance Manager on ad-hoc requests as needed

What You’ll Bring

Post-Secondary Education in a finance/business related program required
2+ years of progressive manufacturing costing experience in an ERP environment (SAP preferred)
Working towards or completion of professional accounting designation is preferred
Ability to work independently
Strong attention to detail
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to coach and mentor others
Excellent planning and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Ability to work and drive improvements within a team environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to present financial information to non- financial functions
Advanced knowledge of MS office and experience with SAP

What We Offer At Maple Leaf Foods

Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team…