Team Leader, Finance

Reporting to the Plant Finance Manager, you will perform and interpret financial analyses that support plant operations and business objectives. You will lead forecasting and planning activities, provide cost accounting expertise, support month-end close, and partner with plant leadership to identify opportunities that improve financial performance. You will investigate complex issues, recommend solutions, and lead small projects that support continuous improvement across the facility. This role is based on site at a manufacturing plant.A Taste of Your ResponsibilitiesLead monthly forecasting activities and support the annual operating plan process, including recommendations and financial strategies.Lead month-end close activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.Develop and implement processes that support internal forecasting, reporting, and annual planning requirements.Provide financial analysis and business guidance to support achievement of financial and profit objectives.Perform moderate to complex cost accounting analysis and audits.Prepare cost savings analyses, product costing, allocations, tracking, and reporting.Analyze product costs and cost of goods sold variances.Provide financial support for excess and obsolete inventory reserves, capital investment analyses, and fixed asset accounting.Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and reporting as requested.Partner with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions.Ingredients Required for Your SuccessBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field required.5 years of general business and financial experience.Experience with financial modeling.Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and financial compliance requirements.Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access.Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookup functions, and data analysis techniques.Experience working with enterprise systems such as SAP, including finance and business intelligence applications.Experience identifying continuous improvement opportunities and recommending process enhancements.Strong analytical skills with experience translating complex information into practical business recommendations.Experience building effective working relationships with business partners and cross-functional teams.Experience providing financial insights that support business decisions and strategic opportunities.Demonstrated success working in changing and dynamic business environments.Number of Days in Office: 5#LI-Onsite#LI-GS1#LI-MSLCompensation Pay Range:$82,000-$120,000The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees’ equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.Our BenefitsWe care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursementWealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase planGrowth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursementBalance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunitiesOur CompanyAt Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye, Slim Jim and Reddi-Wip.Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.SummaryLocation: Oakdale, CaliforniaType: Full time