Job Abstract

Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. Our history was created by remarkable people, ideas, and innovations. It serves as inspiration and foundation for our future success. 
 
We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Michael Angelo’s, noosa, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao’s Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder's of Hanover.  
 
We foster a culture of belonging where people come first, and diversity is embraced. And we live our values, always, while setting the highest standards for performance.
 
Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and competitive team. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

JOB SUMMARY

The Financial Analyst is responsible for conducting and providing comparative analysis of actuals to budget, forecast, and prior year. The Analyst, Financial is also responsible for assisting in the development of business forecasts and budgeting.

Essential Job Duties

• Provides various performance analytics reports; compares actuals to budget, forecast, and prior year.

• Researches, interprets, develops, and recommends financial and accounting concepts and/or techniques for financial planning and budgeting.

• Develops an understanding of the key systems, concepts, and approaches used in the forecasting and budgeting process.

• Develops templates for Cost Center Managers to load budgets and forecasts; partners with Managers to load budgets and forecasts to the planning system.

• Prepares training materials and conducts training to on use of financial planning systems

• Recommends and implements process improvement changes as related to forecasting and budgeting.

• Develops multiple cross-functional relationships that prove critical in obtaining information to determine future financial performance.

• Assists in the development of the budgets, volume and expense planning, and other financial requirements.

• May perform other duties as required.

Scope of Responsibility

Somewhat independent; working under general instructions and expected to determine how to accomplish the work assignments.  Involved in analysis of operating expenses of approximately $600M. 

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common technical journals, synthesizing complex or diverse information.  

• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints, varying writing style to meet needs and or speaking clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.  Managing project team and communicating changes and progress. 

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  

• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.  

• Ability to exercise discretion while managing confidential information.  

• Develops and coordinates projects, project plans, and completing projects on time and within budget. 

• Knowledge of Word Processing software, Spreadsheet software, and Internet software. 

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree required

Minimum 2 years related experience required

Physical Demands

The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.  The employee is frequently required to talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

Work Environment

Office environment; noise level is usually minimal.

Travel Required

Occasional travel - < 10% of time.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ACR

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

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Compensation and Benefits:

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between 

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.