senior financial analyst

F resh Del Monte Produce Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh, value-added, and shelf-stable fruits and vegetables under our Fresh and Foods divisions. Our diverse product portfolio proudly bears the Del Monte brand and also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts - available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we've proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years. Benefits We Offer Include: 1. Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 2. 401(k) with company match 3. Employer-paid life & disability insurance 4. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 5. Paid Time Off (PTO) 6. 7 Company Paid Holidays 7. 24/7 Telemedicine & Employee Assistance Program 8. Optional voluntary benefits (legal, accident, identity protection) 9. Eligibility on the first of the month following your hire date Purpose of Position: Del Monte Foods is the Foods Division of Fresh Del Monte, a global grower, producer and marketer of fresh, value-added, and shelf-stable produce. Del Monte Foods has a powerful portfolio of brands, including the iconic Del Monte, Contadina and S&W. Del Monte Foods (DMC Foods Inc.), the Foods Division of Fresh Del Monte, is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst, Commercial FP&A to play a key role in supporting commercial performance and decision making. Under direction of the Senior Finance Manager, this role partners cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Revenue Management to review business drivers, performance metrics, and deliver actionable insights that influence pricing, trade and portfolio decisions. The role also supports monthly close and consolidation in partnership with Accounting to ensure accurate, timely reporting. The ideal candidate drives process improvements and strengthens planning and reporting through clear, influential financial storytelling. Accountabilities: Performance Management, Strategic Analysis & Decision Support 1. Under Managerial guidance, drive financial performance reviews, operational KPIs, and volume, price, and mix drivers to support short and long term planning, forecasting, and strategic decision making. 2. Act as a business partner to cross functional teams, applying category management and consumer insights, trade promotional activity and effectiveness, and competitive intelligence to help inform business strategy. 3. Perform monthly variance analysis (actuals vs. forecast, budget, and prior year), identify key performance drivers, and recommend actions to improve results. 4. Support CPG specific COGS and gross margin review (commodities, packaging, copacker, plant variances, yield/scrap, and freight) to quantify drivers and inform pricing, trade, mix, and SKU/portfolio actions. 5. Provide inputs that support cross functional decision making through pricing analysis, scenario modeling, margin analysis, and profitability assessment across SKUs and channels. 6. Produce and distribute weekly sales reports, monitor trends, and highlight key variances or risks to stakeholders. 7. Drive the forecast process for marketing expense, partnering with stakeholders to monitor spend, identify variances, and support accurate planning and decision-making. Close, Consolidation & Financial Systems 1. Support the monthly consolidation process by partnering with Accounting during close to ensure accurate, timely, and complete financial results. 2. During close, update and maintain Anaplan forecasts and models to ensure accuracy and real time visibility into performance. 3. Upload management P&L results into Planful to support corporate consolidation and reporting requirements. 4. Assist in preparing executive ready financial decks and present key insights, performance drivers, and outlook to leadership. 5. Review and align with Accounting on Foodservice trade spend accruals, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely close. Minimum Skills Required: 1. Effective communicator 2. Strong Excel skills and other MS office applications. 3. Attention to details 4. Business Acumen 5. Ability to drive for results 6. Ability to influence others 7. Ability to work effectively in teams 8. Four-year college degree, preferably in accounting. Other degrees such as finance, business, related field or equivalent will be considered with sufficient public accounting experience (5 years minimum). 9. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. 10. Ability to manage multiple priorities, lead projects, and work effectively across departments. 11. Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and reporting skills. 12. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 13. Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. 14. Strong time management and organizational skills. 15. Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills. 16. Consumer products and/or manufacturing experience a plus 17. Knowledge of SAP, Anaplan and Planful is preferably or similar systems. Please note: This position does not qualify for relocation expenses. Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh and fresh cut fruits and vegetables. Our diverse product portfolio also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts-available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we've proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years. We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fresh Del Monte and its affiliates do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also participate in E-Verify* where applicable, to ensure employment authorization eligibility. Driven by our core values - Excellence, Care, Passion, Trust, and Creativity - we invite you to explore our career opportunities and join our FRESH team. Del Monte Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical condition, disability, prot