Financial Analyst, Plant Finance

Posted 5 Days Ago
Russellville, AR, USA
Hybrid
64K-95K Annually
Mid level
Consumer Web • Food • Manufacturing
The Role
Performs financial analysis, forecasting, annual and strategic planning, month-end and quarter-end close activities, labor and overhead reviews, process order accuracy checks, yield loss analysis, and financial reporting. Partners with internal stakeholders, investigates financial issues, develops models, evaluates business risks, and provides actionable recommendations across FP&A, manufacturing investments, product development, and other financial disciplines.
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Job Summary

Reporting to the Finance Team Lead, you will perform moderately complex research and analysis for assigned financial area under limited supervision.  Present analysis and recommendations to management.   Identify and investigate issues related to assigned projects.  Review Process Orders for accuracy and close as appropriate. Review labor and overhead expenses and provide monthly analysis. May perform business partnering, analytics, AOP & Strat Plan, monthly forecasting, Metrics & Scorecard, and/or Period close. 


A Taste of Your Responsibilities

  • Serve as a business partner for specified function on accounting and finance related questions.  This will involve the ability to assess business needs, resolve risks and opportunities in a timely manner, and clear communication of issues/business results.
  • Participate in the preparation and compilation of the annual operating plan (AOP) and strategic plan for assigned component of the P&L and related balance sheet accounts.
  • Update the monthly forecast for assigned function based on business changes.  Actively communicate changes to business partners by providing specific, actionable and forward-looking commentary on the various changes as well as guidance on potential risk.
  • Participate in month-end/quarter-end close activities to ensure completion of assigned tasks, including identification and resolution of unusual items and issues in a timely manner.
  • Provide comprehensive financial analysis and models for various requests depending on the assigned function (product development, customer analysis, competitive analysis, pricing, etc.).
  • Responsible for project work that will rotate and cut across several different financial disciplines including, but not limited to FP&A, new product development, manufacturing investments, and in-market investments. 
  • Evaluate and deliver periodic metrics, scorecards and reports.
  • Weekly Labor and Overhead Reviews.
  • Accuracy review and closing of Process Orders.
  • Yield Loss analysis and reporting.

Ingredients Required for Your Success

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
  • Manufacturing Accounting/Finance Experience required
  • 3+ years of professional general business and financial experience
  • Experience in P&L management, along with knowledge of financial systems and general accounting concepts.
  • Ability to develop strong relationships and partnerships with internal customers, peers and effectively manage those relationships.
  • Experience effectively working across multiple departments to complete a project or resolve an organizational challenge.
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
  • Experience with SAP or other software tools preferred.

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Compensation 

Pay Range:$64,000-$95,000

The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees’ equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

  • Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement

  • Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan

  • Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement

  • Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

Our Company

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • Manufacturing accounting or finance experience
  • 3 or more years of professional general business and financial experience
  • Experience with P&L management
  • Knowledge of financial systems and general accounting concepts
  • Ability to develop strong relationships and partnerships with internal customers and peers
  • Experience working across multiple departments to complete projects or resolve organizational challenges
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Experience with SAP or other software tools

Conagra Brands Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Conagra Brands and has not been reviewed or approved by Conagra Brands.

  • Retirement Support — Retirement programs are described as a standout, with a 401(k) that includes a company match and an additional company contribution, plus pension eligibility for certain groups. Company materials and filings emphasize this as a core strength across many roles.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentive pay and bonus opportunities are presented as a meaningful part of total rewards. Summaries characterize annual incentives as consistent and an important contributor to overall compensation.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Health, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, and wellness resources are highlighted alongside perks like discounts and legal benefits. Day‑one eligibility for many corporate and non‑union roles is called out, supporting easy access to these programs.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
18,500 Employees
Year Founded: 1919

What We Do

Conagra has the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. Our diverse team embraces debate to challenge marketplace/business conventions. We are respected for our great brands, great food, great margins and consistent results. We combine a rich heritage with a sharpened focus and entrepreneurial spirit. Conagra’s portfolio of iconic and emerging food brands continues to evolve to offer contemporary choices for every occasion. We are a 100 year-old company with a startup attitude - an imperative to transform how we do business. What’s not changing? Our timeless values: integrity, external focus, broad-mindedness, agility, leadership by all, and a focus on results.

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