Brand Finance, Sr. Financial Analyst

2 settimane fa

Ferrara, Italia Ferrero SpA A tempo pieno

For more than 115 years, Ferrara has created sugar confections that enable moments of sweetness, celebration, and connection for candy lovers of all generations. Today, the company is the #1 sugar confectioner in the United States. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of nearly 9,000 employees creating and delivering hundreds of products sold under 20 popular brands like Brach’s, NERDS, SweeTARTS, Laffy Taffy, and Trolli to more than 66 million U.S. households annually and popular Dori snacking products under brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100 in Brazil. Additionally, Jelly Belly, known world-wide for its confections, was acquired in November of 2023.

Brand Finance, Sr. Financial AnalystJob Location: ChicagoWant to make an impact?

The Brand Finance Senior Analyst is the finance business partner for marketing Brand Managers and Associate Brand Managers.

Ways you will make a difference
  • Reporting to the Seasonal Brand Finance Director, the Seasonal Brand Finance Analyst will provide comprehensive analytical and financial support for key initiatives within Ferrara’s seasonal portfolio (including confections and fruit snacks).
  • Key cross-functional partners include brand marketing, operations, procurement, and sales (both field sales and sales strategy).
  • Leads seasonal stage gate process, managing and refining financial models for all items going through the stage gate process (including innovation and existing items).
  • Responsible for monthly financial forecast (FY and rolling 12-month).
  • Supports seasonal portfolio strategy in collaboration with cross-functional partners, assessing Ferrara’s portfolio and making recommendations to improve product, pricing, and mix to drive profitability.
  • Analyzes competitive landscape within seasonal confections/fruit snacks, making recommendations to support strategic commercial actions.
  • Key contributor to Ferrara’s annual operating plan and 3-year strategic plan.
  • Provides ad hoc analysis as needed for both finance and cross-functional partners.
Skills that will make you successful
  • 2-3+ years experience in accounting, finance, or other quantitative field; CPG experience a plus.
  • Strong understanding of accounting and finance principles.
  • Highly analytical, with the ability to translate data-driven findings into actionable recommendations.
  • Advanced skills in Excel, with a demonstrated ability to build and manage complex financial models.
  • Proficiency in PowerPoint.
  • Robust understanding of P&L statement, with the ability to evaluate top- and bottom-line drivers.
  • Strong ability to communicate across all levels of an organization (both written and oral).
  • Proven ability to develop and maintain strong relationships and partnerships with cross-functional partners.
  • Experience working across multiple departments/ with multiple stakeholders to complete a project or resolve an organizational challenge.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to manage multiple priorities and deliverables.
  • Ability to articulate financial concepts to non-finance business partners in a clear and concise manner.
Experiences that will support your success
  • Bachelor’s degree required; Finance or accounting preferred.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience with CPG preferred.
  • Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
  • SAP and/or High Radius experience is a plus.

Ferrara’s success in industry-leading innovation has been driven by deep consumer insights, strong retailer co-creation and partnerships, and a dedication to diversity of thought, experience, and people. A privately held company, Ferrara has its global headquarters in Chicago and an operational network of more than 27 locations in North America, Brazil, and China that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

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