Sr. Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

About Us:

Carl Buddig and Company, a respected name in the meat manufacturing industry, boasts a legacy of over 80 years. Founded as a family-owned company, we have evolved into a leading producer of premium meat products, including renowned lunchmeats, ready-to-eat cooked meats under our Kingsford, LLC division, and savory snack meats from Old Wisconsin.

As a third-generation family business, our success is anchored in our commitment to quality, innovation, and community. With a workforce of 2,500 dedicated team members spread across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana, we continue to expand, driven by a vision for excellence and a responsiveness to evolving consumer preferences.

At Carl Buddig and Company, we foster a culture centered around teamwork and innovation. We strive to create an environment that values creativity and collaboration, ensuring every team member is empowered to contribute to our collective goals.

Our dedication extends beyond our business operations. We actively support charitable initiatives and community organizations through direct contributions, volunteer work, and partnerships. We aim to make a positive impact and give back to the communities that have supported us over the years.

Join us at Carl Buddig and Company, where tradition meets innovation, and where our passion for quality meat products is matched by our commitment to our people and communities.

Position Summary:

As a Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in guiding the financial planning and analysis processes within our organization. You will be responsible for providing strategic insights and financial guidance to senior management to drive business performance and aid in decision-making. Your expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, product pricing and forecasting will contribute significantly to our company's financial health and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the annual budgeting and regular forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Conduct variance analysis between actuals and forecasts, providing insightful explanations for variances.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic initiatives, investment decisions, and cost reduction efforts.
• Develop, implement, and manage pricing strategies for various products, ensuring alignment with the company’s financial goals and market trends.
• Perform detailed financial analysis to determine the impact of pricing decisions on revenue, margins, and market share.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to understand market dynamics, competitor pricing, and customer demand.
• Manage and analyze large datasets, ensuring accuracy and relevance in financial modeling and forecasting.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management, highlighting key business drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Participate in the development and implementation of FP&A best practices, processes, and technologies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the finance function.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities, analyzing their financial impact on the business.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and best practices in product pricing and financial data management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degree or certification (e.g., CFA, CPA) is a plus.
• 2-5 years of experience in FP&A, with a specific focus on product pricing and data management in the food CPG industry.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with financial modeling and data analysis.
• Proficiency in financial software, Excel, PowerPivot, Power BI, D365 and other performance management and analytic planning tools.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and precision.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with various stakeholders.

Pay range for this position is $80,000 to $90,000 depending on experience.

Benefits for this role include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA, HSA, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, Vacation & PTO, and Tuition Reimbursement.  There is also a potential for a discretionary bonus this bonus is based on personal & company performance and is not a guaranteed bonus plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)