Sr. Financial Analyst

Company Overview Synergy Flavors, part of the Carbery Group, is a leading international supplier of ingredients to the food and beverage industry. Role Overview The Senior Financial Analyst will be responsible for financial forecasting and modeling, budgeting, variance analysis, management reporting, business partnering, and scenario planning. Key Responsibilities Design and orchestrate the annual budgeting process. Collaborate with department heads to understand operational needs, review headcount plans, and align resource allocations with strategic goals. Lead the forecasting process by partnering with senior leaders and department heads; update forecasts to reflect shifting economic conditions and market trends. Develop dynamic, long‑range financial models to project the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow. Prepare clear, visually appealing dashboards and presentation materials for executive review and Board meetings. Conduct deep‑dive analyses comparing actual financial results against budgets and forecasts; investigate root causes and prepare commentary to explain performance gaps. Act as a strategic advisor to business units, helping non‑finance stakeholders interpret data, track KPIs, and identify cost‑savings or revenue‑enhancing opportunities. Perform "what‑if" analyses to evaluate the financial impact of potential new initiatives, pricing changes, or supply chain shifts before implementation. Deliver competitor analysis, market trends, and associated commentary to the leadership team. Review existing processes and procedures to develop recommendations for improvement efforts. Work closely with leadership to formulate the business’s short, medium, and long‑term financial and strategic plans. Utilize BI tools to deliver meaningful insights into business performance. Provide detailed analysis and commentary on customer activities (new wins, losses, product life cycle). Prepare business cases to support new investment, strategic plans, and other business decisions. Identify the risks and opportunities in the business’s outlook. Perform other duties as assigned. Compensation Salary range: $88,000 – $119,500, dependent on geography, skills, education, experience, and other relevant factors. Position Details Department: Finance/Accounting Location: Wauconda, Illinois Work Arrangement: Hybrid Reporting To: Controller Company Commitment Carbery Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a supportive work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr