What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst position at United Bags, Inc?
Join a Legacy of Innovation in Packaging - Now Hiring: Financial Analyst
Location: On-site | St. Louis, Missouri
Company Overview
United Bags, Inc. is a 5th generation owned business, proudly serving since 1890 with a long-standing history as a leader in industrial bag and bulk packaging solutions. Over the decades, United Bags expanded its product range and market influence, becoming a trusted supplier across various industries. Today, United Bags is one of North America's largest bulk packaging distributors. The company offers a wide array of products, including FIBCs (bulk bags), woven polypropylene bags, paper bags, and custom packaging solutions. United Bags operates globally, with four U.S. distribution centers. We’re committed to quality, innovation, and building lasting relationships. Sustainability and community involvement are core to who we are.
Position Overview
United Bags, Inc., a trusted leader in the packaging industry, is seeking a dedicated Financial Analyst to join our finance team. The Financial Analyst will play a key role in providing data-driven insights, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring the financial health of the organization. This role involves analyzing financial performance, preparing forecasts, and working closely with leadership to align business operations with financial goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare financial reports, forecasts, and variance analyses to support strategic and operational decisions.
- Analyze sales performance, cost trends, and profitability across product lines and customer accounts.
- Support the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
- Monitor and evaluate KPIs to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for growth.
- Partner with operations, sales, and supply chain teams to provide financial modeling and scenario analysis.
- Conduct inventory and cost analysis to support pricing strategies and margin improvement.
- Assist in preparing materials for executive leadership reviews and board reporting.
- Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support projects and initiatives across the company.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
- 2 years of financial analysis or related experience; manufacturing or distribution industry experience a plus.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, financial modeling) and familiarity with ERP/accounting systems.
- Knowledge of financial reporting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work with large data sets.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Preferred Skills
- Experience working with ERP/accounting systems.
- Knowledge of inventory accounting or cost accounting.
- Familiarity with GAAP and financial compliance requirements.
Why Join United Bags?
At United Bags, Inc., we believe our employees are the foundation of our success. We offer:
- Competitive salary
- Discretionary bonus
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) plan and Profit Sharing
- Paid time off, holiday pay
- A supportive, family-oriented culture with opportunities for growth in a stable and established company.
How to Apply: Send your resume to jobs@unitedbags.com. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
United Bags, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local laws.