Campbell Soup - Willard, OH
posted about 2 months ago
The Senior Finance Analyst, Plant FP&A will play a crucial role in supporting the financial operations of the Willard and Ashland manufacturing facilities. Reporting directly to the Senior Manager, Plant Controller of these sites, this position is tasked with providing comprehensive financial support aimed at enhancing profitability. This will be achieved through a detailed understanding and review of plant costs, utilizing finance tools and processes to drive clarity of results that will influence operations leadership. The individual in this role will be responsible for creating and maintaining a robust controls environment, ensuring that plant costs, assets, and liabilities are accurately represented. Additionally, the analyst will develop a strong understanding of the plant's performance metrics and identify opportunities for cost improvements. Key responsibilities include the development and accuracy of standard costs, which involves managing the bill of materials, item costs, labor routings, labor rates, and overhead assignments. The analyst will also prepare, process, and ensure the accuracy of month-end and year-end journals, scorecards, and reports. Daily and weekly KPI, labor, and plant process reporting will be communicated to relevant stakeholders. The role requires analyzing and modeling changes in product design, raw materials, overhead, and manufacturing methods to assess their impact on production costs. Furthermore, the analyst will evaluate and report on manufacturing efficiency variances, assisting managers in creating corrective action plans. All reporting must comply with GAAP standards. The Senior Finance Analyst will assist in estimating, tracking, and reporting costs associated with new product development and contract manufacturing partners. Utilizing FP&A tools and processes, the analyst will provide insights on plant profitability concerning production SKU mix, cost-saving opportunities, and process improvements. The role also involves developing, communicating, and maintaining cost accounting methods and procedures, supporting plant and corporate cost savings programs aimed at driving year-over-year productivity improvements. The analyst will review control procedures over accounting and financial activities, ensuring compliance with GAAP and SOX regulations. This position may also involve other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall financial health of the manufacturing facilities.