Financial Analyst

SunOpta Overview:SunOpta Inc. is a leader in the plant-based foods and beverages, fruit-based foods and beverages, and organic ingredient sourcing industries. SunOpta is focused on sustainability and specializes in the sourcing, processing, and packaging of organic, conventional, non-GMO food products.  SunOpta is looking for talented individuals that demonstrate our most valued behaviors: Passion, Dedication, Speed, Entrepreneurship, Customer-Centricity, and Problem-Solver, to help create a brighter, healthier, and sustainable future of food! Job Summary:As a member of the plant finance team, the Financial Analyst (FA) is responsible for assisting in providing day-to-day financial analysis and reporting for the Plant Leadership team and the HQ Finance team. Additionally, this position is responsible for assisting in the maintenance of the internal control environment. The FA is expected to acquire a detailed understanding of the plant’s operations and loss points and develop strong working relationships with both Plant and HQ team members.Essential Functions of the Job:Prepare weekly and monthly analysis of actual costs versus target Identify root causes of variances and participate in efforts to reduce variances Partner with other plant team members to identify, implement and measure cost reduction projects Review and close manufacturing batches working closely with Operations and Logistics team to ensure that all batch transactions are accurately recorded. Capture and analyze data for weekly reporting on plant KPI’s.Provide explanations and insights for communication during the weekly performance review with Sr Ops Leadership. Perform on-going analysis of inventory transactions and accuracy, ensure required approvals for all adjustments, participate in physical inventory count process. Prepare journal entries, inventory reserve calculations, account analysis and reconciliation, and internal control documentation for the month end close process. Assist with preparation of periodic forecasts and the annual budget process Participate in costing and manage all standard costing models and files. Maintain Internal control documentation . Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities:None. Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 2 years of relevant work experience Preferred Qualifications:Finance/Cost Accounting experience preferred Knowledge and Skills: Intermediate to Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel. Knowledge of an accounting and enterprise resource planning (ERP) system (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, SAP). Strong analytical skills along with attention to detail and accuracy. Self-starter with a passion for continuous improvement. Ability to work effectively under pressure, problem solve and work with limited supervision. Deliver strong performance independently and as a member of multiple teams Awareness of generally accepted accounting principles and Sarbanes Oxley. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Additional Considerations: Travel Expectation: Up to 5%. This position will be at our MN Street SunOpta Plant in Alexandria, MN. Majority of the work is performed in an office environment. Relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

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