Junior Analyst

Location: Omaha, Nebraska
Department: Finance / Accounting
Reports To: Finance Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

The Junior Analyst will support the Finance Manager and broader Finance/Accounting team by assisting with data collection, financial reporting, and performance analysis. This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals who are highly analytical, eager to learn, and ready to develop advanced Excel and reporting skills in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

·         Assist in preparing and presenting weekly profit and loss (P&L) statements for review with the Finance Manager

·         Collect and analyze data on live cattle characteristics, including weights, grades, and yields

·         Update and maintain live cattle futures trading records

·         Provide daily updates on market conditions to the Finance Manager and relevant teams

·         Support inventory variance analysis and assist with reconciliations

·         Help complete and validate USDA Mandatory Price Reporting (MPR) submissions

·         Track and summarize weekly joint venture activities

·         Contribute to Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reporting for finance and sales departments

·         Post journal entries using accepted accounting procedures and company standards

·         Collaborate with multiple departments to ensure accuracy and consistency of reporting

·         Learn and apply best practices in data organization, accuracy, and process improvement

Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or AgEcon

·         Strong interest in data analysis, finance, and process improvement

·         Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups); willingness to learn advanced features such as Power BI or VBA

·         Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

·         Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment

·         Strong written and verbal communication skills

·         Interest or background in the beef industry, agriculture, or food production is a plus