Financial Planning & Analysis Associate

🥇 Job Title: FP&A Associate

Location: On Site, Edina , MN
Department: Finance
Employment Type: Full-Time; Exempt 
Wage Range: $70,000 - $90,000
Reports To: Director of Finance

Why Join Mrs. Gerry’s Kitchen?

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.

What You’ll Do

As our FP&A Associate, you’ll:

• 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.

 What You Bring to the Table

• 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

What We Offer

• 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

Who You’ll Work With

You’ll join a collaborative and growth-minded team. You’ll report to the Director of Finance and have direct influence on commercial strategy and brand expansion.

🎯 Our Hiring Process

1. www.mrsgerrys.com/careers 
2. Interview with the team
3. Quick decisions — we move fast for the right fit

🌍 Diversity & Inclusion

We’re proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We believe that diverse teams create better solutions, and we actively seek team members from all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives.

📩 Apply Now

Take the lead in becoming our customer’s favorite prepared foods partner. Apply today to join a company where your voice and work matters.

Mrs. Gerry’s Kitchen, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

All Qualified Candidates are Encouraged to Apply