Senior Financial Analyst - OperationsLocation: Sheboygan Falls, WI, US, 53085Shift: First ShiftEmployment Type: SalariedFull-timePosition OverviewJohnsonville, LLC, a strong, high-growth company, has an excellent opportunity for an outstanding individual to join us as a Sr. Financial Analyst Operations for our network facilities. This position will work closely with our facility leadership teams, which are committed to member development, manufacturing excellence, and continuous improvement. A successful candidate will leverage their product costing expertise and leadership skills in identifying key financial opportunities, and leading key improvement initiatives.ResponsibilitiesBuild relationships at all levels of the plant including Core Team, Team Leaders, & Floor Members; earn a seat at the table for both formal and informal meetingsIntegrate and demonstrate the Johnsonville Way by engaging members to achieve required business results; act as a role model and coachTurn data into insights; assist in communicating the what, why (drivers & trends), so what (ask rich questions, leveraging relationships to drive improvement), and what nextAssist in developing and using clear & concise dashboards; translate numbers to a message; relate message to themes people relate to and easily understandAssist with forecasting and the annual budgeting process for our network facilities. Ensure that the facility processes are streamlined and align with overall company processesAssist in ensuring that the facility cost savings pipelines meet expectations for current and future yearsWork with the Multi-Site Plant Controllers to evaluate new business opportunities; assist in providing insight for proposed capital (IRR, cost savings, post-mortems) & productivity projects (continuous improvement)Identify best practices and work with the Multi-Site Plant Controllers to implement across the networkAssist in the development of procedures and controls to ensure accurate product costs and reliable inventory managementEducationBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance requiredExperience Five (5) years of analytical experience in a manufacturing environment; cost accounting and analytics experience strongly preferred; CMA a plus but not required Experience in food or consumer packaged goods preferred Experience working with and/or developing meaningful operational reporting and guiding operations members on interpreting and using financial reporting preferred Experience coaching/leading a team preferredSkills Strong communication skills, ability to present financial information in a meaningful and understandable way Proven computer skills required (Intermediate Excel, Word, PowerPoint); SAP experience would be a plus Strong analytical skills, including the ability to identify trends and develop action plans/recommendations to addressOther RequirementsMust be at least 18 years oldTravel: MinimalBenefits and CompensationMembers have potential for a monthly bonus and 401k with a company match. Members also have access to terrific benefits including affordable medical, dental and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; and fertility and adoption assistance. Johnsonville also offers competitive paid time off, including paid parental time off, as well as access to the 24/7 onsite fitness center, and onsite medical clinic! Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.About our CompanySince 1945, our family-owned band of sausage-makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave-able sausage. Today, we are 4,000+ Members strong. We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries. We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally. We call it The Johnsonville Way. It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself!Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability.We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status.The Johnsonville WayOur culture, called the Johnsonville Way, guides the way we behave, operate and treat one another. We truly believe that here at Johnsonville, we have a moral responsibility to create and maintain an environment that requires each Member to fully develop their God-given talents and help others to do the same. We achieve this by living the Johnsonville Way.Our owner is famous for saying that, "Other companies use their people to build a business, but at Johnsonville, we use the business to build our people." We are proud to offer endless opportunities for continued learning and growth here at Johnsonville.