Finance Analyst
Company: Aspire Bakeries
Location: Swedesboro
Posted on: May 5, 2024
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Job Description:
Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a
leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from
leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes
breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins and pastries
from beloved brands likeLa Brea Bakery,Otis Spunkmeyer, andOakrun
Farm Bakery. With 13 bakeries in North America, we are committed to
driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends and
flavors, and exceeding our customers
expectations. Aspire Bakeries champions the values of Integrity,
Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity and Care to help us deliver
on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Collaboration.This
position is responsible for supporting the Supply Chain Finance
activities at the bakery. A close working relationship with the
bakery management team and in particular, the Bakery Controller,
must be maintained in order to provide financial analysis and
business insight on a daily basis.Responsibilities: Support the
Bakery Controller in a multitude of areas including but not limited
to: 1) process order reporting; 2) inventory management; 3)
process/continuous improvement; 4) cost control and containment
(including involvement in variance analysis); 5) project
tracking/management; 6) ad-hoc analysis to support the Bakery
Controller s role. Promote a strong internal control environment
within the bakery. Identifies possible weaknesses and develop (in
conjunction with Bakery Controller) systems/processes to close any
gaps in conjunction with the financial policies of the company and
US GAAP and improve Bakery operations and profitability. Assist
with month end, reporting, forecasting, budgeting and internal and
external audits. Monitor capital project progress and ensure that
closing notices are prepared and processed in a timely manner.
Complete special projects as assigned.Qualifications: Up to 5 years
of related finance experience in a Manufacturing environment and/or
education (Bachelor s degree with emphasis in Accounting or
Finance); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills, knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint
and Outlook email Experience with SAP preferred Knowledge of
standard costing methods and concepts Ability to define problems,
collect data, establish facts, analyse performance trends and draw
valid conclusions. Maintain a focus on proactive and consistent
process improvement.
Ability to work in a fast-paced culture; must be able to
re-prioritize tasks on short notice and adapt to a dynamic work
environment. Be a self-starter that is dependable, takes initiative
and requires minimal supervision. Good people and communication
skills, team orientation with ability to work well across all
levels of the BakeryAspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal
opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability or veteran status.
Keywords: Aspire Bakeries, Jersey City , Finance Analyst, Accounting, Auditing , Swedesboro, New Jersey
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