Analyst, Plant Finance

Utz Quality Foods is currently seeking an Analyst, Plant Finance to join our team of finance professionals at our offices in Algona, Washington. Reporting to the Director, Supply Chain Finance, this role is an integral part of the team. This position will serve as the financial liaison for an assigned manufacturing facility or facilities and will be responsible for partnering with plant level leaders and providing analytics and recommendations necessary to make critical business decisions. Ideal candidates with a bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or Supply Chain and 2-5 years' relevant experience are encouraged to apply. Demonstrated meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational and analytical skills are required. Candidates should be results oriented with a strong work ethic and demonstrate understanding of importance of deadlines; as well as demonstrate working understanding of standard costing environments. Key Responsibilities Review and analyze daily production orders to provide key insights on monthly plant performance. Work with manufacturing teams to create and maintain item formula and routings for standard costing set up at assigned locations. Calculate manufacturing costs for all proposed new items that will be manufactured in assigned plant. Assist in the month-end closing process by calculating appropriate accruals and preparing account reconciliations for accounts such as inventory and related liability accounts in a timely manner in accordance with policies and procedures. Partner with operations team to implement inventory controls and research and resolve inventory discrepancies. Prepare month end reporting package for assigned areas to be reviewed by Supply Chain Finance management and included in the executive summary. Support monthly and quarterly forecasts as well as the development of a detailed annual plan. Utilize tools to analyze overhead, labor and material costs and work with plants and purchasing to increase profitability. Perform root cause analysis on P&L accounts to help diagnose business performance. Provide ad-hoc business and analytical support as necessary. Perform other duties as assigned that will impact and support the overall outcome of the company and department objectives. Job Requirements Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or Supply Chain. 4 - 8 years of experience in relevant function. Demonstrates working understanding of standard costing environments Self-motivated, quick learner with the ability to take direction from management. Strong knowledge of Microsoft applications and ability to quickly learn multiple ERP and BI systems Demonstrate a meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational and analytical skills. Results oriented with a strong work ethic, demonstrates understanding of importance of deadlines Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to work both independently and in a group. Salary: $68,000 - $85,000 Our benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with profit sharing, and an Employee Stock Purchase Program. Employees also receive eleven days of paid time off and six paid company holidays throughout the calendar year. Spreading Joy Through Food! Here at Utz, we have a passion for food that our associates enjoy creating, our consumers love, and our customers choose. Our renowned family of brands includes Utz, R.W. Garcia, Golden Flake, Good Health, TGI Friday's, On the Border, and Zapp's. We provide a supportive, caring and inclusive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and advancement. We believe it is important to help take care of our associates by providing benefits, resources, and programs that ensure they live their healthiest lives. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, an em