Financial Analyst

Position Summary The Financial Analyst is a key contributor within Daisy Brand’s Finance organization, serving as a trusted partner to Operations. This role plays a critical part in driving disciplined financial execution across manufacturing operations by delivering accurate close results, deep variance insights, and actionable analysis that inform business decisions. The Financial Analyst is a key contributor within Daisy Brand’s Finance organization, serving as a trusted partner to Operations. This role plays a critical part in driving disciplined financial execution across manufacturing operations by delivering accurate close results, deep variance insights, and actionable analysis that inform business decisions. Location and Travel Requirements This position operates under a hybrid work model, requiring onsite presence Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, with Wednesday and Friday designated as remote workdays. While this schedule is typical, team or business needs may require additional onsite days. Corporate Office Location Update: Currently, the Daisy Brand corporate office is located in Dallas, TX at 635 and 75. Anticipated September 2027, we will be moving to the Granite Park business complex in North Plano (intersection of Dallas North Tollway and Sam Rayburn Tollway). Key Responsibilities Manufacturing and Operations Finance Own the daily soft close process for manufacturing expense accounts, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and data integrity Analyze manufacturing and operational expense variances, identifying key drivers, risks, and opportunities, and communicating insights to Finance and Operations leadership Partner closely with Operations leaders to support performance reviews, decision-making, and achievement of operational objectives Research manufacturing expenses to ensure proper timing, classification, and compliance with corporate policy and U.S. GAAP Close, Controls, and Compliance Support month-end close activities and journal entries with a strong understanding of general ledger impacts Provide schedules, analyses, and supporting documentation for annual audits and internal reviews Validate adherence to policies and procedures, proactively identifying and addressing control gaps Assets, Systems, and Data Maintain the financial dimensions of the maintenance asset register and support ongoing fixed asset accounting activities Assist in maintaining accurate fixed asset records, including additions, retirements, and transfers Support ERP data integrity and contribute to system enhancements and functionality expansion, including Microsoft Dynamics 365 Planning, Budgeting, and Business Support Contribute to the annual operating expense budgeting process and reforecasting cycles Deliver timely, high-quality ad hoc analyses and reporting to support Operations and Finance leadership Serve as back-up to the Cost Analyst, ensuring continuity of critical cost accounting activities Coordinate and support contract reviews in partnership with internal stakeholders and external counsel Continuous Improvement and Innovation Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability through automation, reporting enhancements, and advanced analytical tools Leverage Power BI, Excel, and emerging AI-enabled capabilities to enhance insight delivery and decision support Other duties as assigned. Qualifications And Requirements Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Analysis, or related discipline from an accredited college Minimum of five years of work experience in accounting or finance role Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is preferred Experience with Power BI and Power Automate is a plus Experience with Office Scripts, VBA, and/or macros is a plus Skills and Competencies Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, nested formulas, and advanced functions Interest in applying automation, data, and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and insights Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization Strong organizational and analytical skills Company Overview Daisy Brand is the market leader in two billion-dollar categories – sour cream and cottage cheese. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, we’ve earned the trust of Americans through consistency and quality across five generations as a family‑owned company. Our success has been guided by a simple belief: good food, much like good work, starts with integrity. That mindset continues to shape how we make our products, run our business, and support the people behind the brand. At Daisy Brand, tradition and innovation go hand in hand. We invest thoughtfully in advancements that strengthen our products and operations, supporting responsible, long‑term growth. In 2025, we broke ground on a new manufacturing facility in Boone, Iowa, further strengthening our supply chain alongside our established plants in Garland, Texas; Casa Grande, Arizona; and Wooster, Ohio. Looking ahead, our state‑of‑the‑art Innovation Center, opening in 2026, will bring together research, food science, culinary, and technology teams to shape the future of our products. Recent work from these teams includes the development of the squeeze pouch and new line of dips, reflecting an intentional approach to modernization while staying true to the quality our consumers expect. At the heart of Daisy Brand is its people. The company is intentionally structured to be collaborative and accessible, with an entrepreneurial mindset encouraged at every level. We hire with the goal of building long‑term careers and provide an environment where employees are trusted to think critically, take initiative, and continue learning. Growth here isn’t accidental; it’s actively supported and shared. To support our employees and their families, Daisy Brand offers a people‑first benefits package that includes: A no deductible, $0premium option for employee only medical coverage Access to virtual healthcare and wellness programs A 401(k) program with company match, plus weekly safe harbor and annual profit-sharing contributions Company paid short and long‑term disability coverage and 2x annual salary in life and AD&D insurance Four weeks of paid time off, plus 20 hours of floating holidays in your first full year of employment Annual rollover and payout options for any unused paid time off Paid time for volunteering and community involvement Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities Fitness and wellness incentives And more. Daisy Brand is a nicotine‑free company. Daisy Brand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and disabled encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Daisy Brand