Financial Analyst

Senior Financial Analyst, Corporate FinanceAt Bel, we are not just a company—we are a company on a Mission, built on 160 years of bold innovation, family values, and a commitment to social purpose. With beloved brands like Babybel®, GoGo squeeZ®, The Laughing Cow®, and Boursin®, our snacking solutions bring more than joy; they want to serve as a force for good. Our U.S. Mission? To help close the critical 80% nutrition gap by making it easier for Americans to eat more fruits, veggies, and dairy as part of their daily lives. The company has headquarters in Chicago and New York City and operates 4 manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI; Brookings, SD; Traverse City, MI; and Nampa, ID.Job Description SummaryThe Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A/Cost of Sales manages total P&L data, with a focus on COGS and logistics performance, and provides senior management with recurring business summaries and variance analysis. This role supports budget development and tracking, identifies risks and opportunities within assigned areas, and helps advance reporting tools and system automation through testing support and customization recommendations.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesData integrity and consistency across reporting periodsProvide accurate, timely close data in accordance with US GAAP.Partner with the direct reports team to ensure data entries are complete and explain business performance, including key variances to forecast.Prepare final data summaries from group BEB output using official company formats.Drive accountability and business insightIssue financial reports, including P&L variances and volume/rate/mix analysis, on time with clear commentary, serving as the primary resource for this business area.Track performance against budget, including P&L and KPIs.Alert management to material risks and opportunities versus forecast, analyze key drivers, and recommend mitigation actions based on input from cross-functional BU partners.Strategic planning and forecastingManage the annual logistics budget and cost of sales forecasting process within the P&L by gathering inputs from logistics and supply chain teams, challenging assumptions, and developing the supporting narrative.Identify inconsistencies across data sources and provide supporting analysis to build a cohesive long-term business story.Cross-functional business partnershipsServe as the primary contact for the logistics business team for monthly business updates and ad hoc requests.Provide P&L analysis on specific business topics.Evaluate opportunities and risks through scenario modeling and other financial analyses, then present findings and recommendations to senior management as information becomes available.Conduct ad hoc financial analysis.Data, systems, and process improvementMaintain data integrity across SAP, AFS, and other reporting tools.Improve reporting structure and usability.Lead automation and efficiency initiatives.Qualifications and SkillsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. Minimum 3 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or a similar analytical role. Experience in CPG, manufacturing, or consumer products is preferred. Exposure to logistics, supply chain, or COGS management preferred Advanced financial and analytical skills with strong attention to detail. Advanced proficiency in Excel; familiarity with SAP, Power BI, or similar tools is a plus. Strong written and verbal communication abilities, with the capacity to present insights clearly. Proven organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Curious, proactive, and solutions-oriented, with a self-starter mindset and eagerness to learn.Working ConditionsWork is performed largely in an office environment. Hours of work will generally be during regular business hours with at least 40 hours a week. At times there will be some variation in work hours due to special projects, deadlines and other concerns. Up to 10% business travel may be required. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Total RewardsBase Salary: $90,000-$110,000 Bonus Opportunity: 10% 20 days PTO 4% match on 401k Health care by BCBS Vision & Dental Hybrid position in either NYC or ChicagoBel Brands is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Bel Brands also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Bel Brand's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Bel Brands is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans.