What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst position at Wayne-Sanderson Farms?
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Primarily responsible for the financial analysis of sales and production data including profitability analysis providing analytical support to cross-functional groups to evaluate new sales opportunities.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:
RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:
- Conduct analysis of production and sales financial data, calculate SKU, customer and business segment profitability and identify price, volume and mix impacts
- Analyze financial results and complete variance analysis to forecast and plan
- Provide pro forma analysis to support new business proposals and evaluations
- Gather prepare and review weekly and monthly financial reports to track financial status; share relevant data with all parties to achieve a thorough understanding of all factors related to business analysis
- Provide support and assist in development of annual operating plan
- Understand, analyze and make recommendations on financial performance as compared to
- industry benchmarks
- Develop, maintain and distribute ad hoc analysis and financial models as requested
- Partner with cross-functional teams to verify internal and external data to support 100% accuracy of data an analysis
- Perform additional relevant duties as assigned
- This role may supervise a team of hourly and/ or professional accounting personnel
- This role is a Leader of People role with required competencies: Sizing up People, Delegation, Planning, Customer Focus and Conflict Management
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or other related discipline from an accredited institution
- Minimum one (1) years’ relevant experience in manufacturing cost methodologies; 3 years financial analysis or accounting experience preferred
- Strong customer focus with the ability to communicate with internal and external customers in a timely and professional manner
- Must have exceptional communication, both verbal and written, attention to detail and the ability to resolve issues efficiently and effectively
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel) applications
- Self-starter who demonstrates strong initiative and sense of urgency, with the ability to work in a fast paced environment
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail
- Must possess a strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level and a strong sense of urgency
- Follow and ensure others follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
- Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory
- Frequently sit for long periods of time utilizing office equipment and/or computers.
- Long periods of time requiring intense concentration in an open area office space
- Occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.