Senior Financial Analyst

Now is your chance to join an organization where WHAT YOU DO MATTERS. Transform financial data into business insight. Strengthen forecasting. Help drive profitable performance across a growing multi-site food manufacturing organization. AmeriQual Group is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to provide financial planning, analysis, reporting, and decision support for a $400–$500 million food manufacturing organization with three operating locations. This high-impact role develops financial models, analyzes business performance, prepares forecasts and management reporting, and converts complex financial and operational data into actionable insights. This position partners closely with the CFO, Finance, plant leadership, operations, supply chain, sales, and other business leaders to explain performance, evaluate risks and opportunities, support strategic initiatives, and improve profitability and efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Why AmeriQual? Meaningful impact – Provide insights that help leaders improve financial performance and support high-quality food manufacturing operations serving important customers and communities. Multi-site visibility – Analyze performance and support consistent forecasting, reporting, and decision-making across three manufacturing locations. True business partnership – Collaborate with Finance, operations, supply chain, sales, and executive leadership to turn financial and operational data into clear recommendations and action. Compensation & Rewards Competitive salary, performance-based bonus opportunity, tuition reimbursement, and ongoing professional development Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance with FREE health clinic 401(k) with 100% company match Job Purpose The Financial Analyst is responsible for supporting financial planning, analysis, and reporting within a manufacturing environment. This role partners with operations and leadership to provide data-driven insights, improve financial performance, and support strategic decision-making across the organization. Duties and Responsibilities Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning. Analyze monthly financial results and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, provide variance analysis, compare actuals to budget or forecast and explain key business drivers. Prepare and distribute timely, accurate financial reports and dashboards for plant and corporate leadership, private equity stakeholders, and board meetings. Track product line profitability, analyze margin performance, monitor raw material cost fluctuations, and evaluate plant-level overhead efficiencies. Analyze large datasets from ERP and other systems to support decision-making. Identify trends and opportunities to improve profitability and efficiency. Identify opportunities to enhance reporting accuracy, streamline processes, automate financial workflows, and improve financial visibility across the organization. Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and applicable accounting standards Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required. MBA or CFA a plus. Minimum of 3 years of corporate finance, FP&A, or investment banking experience. Experience in food and beverage, manufacturing, or consumer packaged goods industries strongly preferred. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong familiarity with ERP systems such as Sage, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics 365. Proficiency with AI tools and automation workflows a strong plus. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.Collaborative team player capable of working independently and meeting objectives with minimal supervision Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit or stand for extended periods of time; use a computer, keyboard, and mouse regularly; lift and carry light items commonly 10–20 lbs.; read, interpret, and respond to written and digital information; communicate clearly in person, over the phone, and via email; and have normal or corrected vision and hearing sufficient for typical office tasks. Work is completed in a facility where nuts, fruits, and other allergens are present. Competitive salary, generous paid time off, career development, and an excellent benefits package are available. AmeriQual Group is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business need. We prohibit unlawful discrimination and provide accommodations as required by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr