Financial Analyst

Description

Looking for a job that can turn into a lifelong career? At Lactalis USA, we believe in promoting from within and giving our employees opportunities to grow. Whether starting fresh or bringing years of experience, we’ll provide the tools and support you need to succeed!

Lactalis, the world leader in dairy, is a family-owned business with more than 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals worldwide, committed to nurturing the future by providing healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together every day. We produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together every day. We offer an enviable range of dairy brands including Galbani®, Président®, Kraft® Natural Cheese, Cracker Barrel®, Black Diamond®, Parmalat®, Siggi’s®, and Stonyfield Organic® in addition to several brands imported from our affiliates in Europe.

We live by our core values—Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity—and we’re building a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone’s unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don’t meet every qualification, don’t let that stop you from applying! We’re eager to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how you can bring your EXPERTISE to help us make an impact.

From your PASSION to ours

As an Operational Management Controller, the role will carry out responsibilities such as but not limited to supporting the reliability of financial information and operational key performance indicators to make appropriate decisions.

Additionally, this position will collaborate with the operation management control team to ensure efficient processes, accurate financial reporting, and adherence to industry standards.

The role involves an intensive training program designed to propel you to the next stage of your career. For 12 months, you’ll benefit from a customized on-boarding and coaching process, including:

1. Virtual training to open your knowledge on various topics

2. In class training with experienced internal trainers from LACTALIS USA to anchor knowledge and get familiar with the LACTALIS financial tools.

3. On-the-job training supported by your manager to develop your industrial culture and finance practices.

This accelerator framework is designed to promote you to an upper position within 2 years across the US. To support your US mobility, LACTALIS Group provides you with a mobility package.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

1. Financial Analysis

· Assist in financial analysis and reporting, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and ensure accuracy.

· Participate in capital investment requests.

· Respond to ad hoc requests from managers.

· Prepare costing and evaluate the new projects related to operations.

2. Process Improvement

· Identify areas for process improvement within operational management control.

· Work with team members to implement streamlined and efficient processes.

3. Data Management

· Maintain and update financial databases, and systems.

· Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data.

4. Documentation and Reporting

· Prepare regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) for operational control.

· Assist in the documentation of financial policies and procedures.

5. Communication and Collaboration

· Communicate financial information effectively to team members and stakeholders.

· Collaborate with various departments to gather operational data for financial analysis.

· Participate in actions plans and follow ups on activity improvement.

6. Audit Support

· Provide support during internal and external audits.

· Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.

WORK CONDITIONS

· Travel may be required occasionally.

· Extended hours may be necessary depending on the project needs

· To fulfill these responsibilities, tools such as a computer, phone or, and / or allowance(s) may be provided.

· Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities.

· This position requires physical presence in the office, in accordance with the guidelines of the Hybrid Work Policy.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education & Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, food science, engineering

· Experience

· Or 1-2 years of experience in financial analysis or operational management control.

· Must demonstrate mobility and willingness to relocate to another Lactalis site in the U.S. as part of a structured career development program

Competencies

Technical Skills

· Management analysis

· Financial data mining reporting

· Financial business modeling

· Financial knowledge

· Budget planning and forecasting

Soft Skills

· Analytical thinking

· Change Management

· Leadership and Impact

· Teamwork

· Problem Solving

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.