Sr. Plant Finance Analyst

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin' Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI'S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to "Fun Served Here".

POSITION SUMMARY : The Senior Plant Finance Analyst reports to the Plant Controller. The ideal candidate can work independently to process financial transactions, and maintain, update and reconcile various records including daily production, bills of material, inventories and general ledger accounts. The Senior Plant Finance Analyst is an integral part of the Finance Team and is a key resource for helping the Plant Controller and the Plant Management team identify opportunities for improvement to ensure delivery of Financial and Operational goals. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Daily production back flushing in JD Edwards including the review for accuracy and analysis of variances. Knowledge of manufacturing processes with ability to create, edit and maintain bills of material. Inventory Assist in maintaining accurate RAW / PKG / FG inventory valuations in JD Edwards. Oversee the cycle count process to ensure count accuracy and explanation of significant variances. Independently research errors and recommend needed adjustments. Make Inventory adjustments based on scrap reports from production floor, BOL's of shipments out to other sites, etc. Review variances with the Plant Controller. Assist with Inventory Cost Control in JD Edwards. Support the annual physical inventory process. Month-End Journal entry processing. Responsible for valuing FG inventory and booking COGS entry for period end Gross Margin Report Processing for EOM Prepare Reconciliations : Bank Statement and Balance Sheet Reconciliations and CHEP Pallets. Recommend changes / additions to expenses / financials Assist in balancing inventory for all warehouses Assist in Capital Asset Budget tracking as requested by the Plant Controller. Coach purchase order issuers and interface with Accounts Payable on correct GL account codes. Assist with annual expense budgeting and forecasting processes. Adhere to all environmental, health and safety requirements and procedures. Other tasks as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor. COMPETENCIES : To perform this job successfully, the Senior Plant Finance Analyst must be self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Excellent organization and time management skills. Must be a self-starter and be able to accomplish a versatile and evolving workload. Excellent in all forms of communication. Skilled at PowerPoint design and ideation. Innovative, problem solver, flexible, and able to juggle multiple priorities. Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt well to change. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent work experience. Fundamental understanding of GAAP principles. Experienced with general ledger coding and budget tracking practices. Three to Five years of experience in accounting role, preferably in manufacturing. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Computer skills in Word / Excel & Outlook. JD Edwards experience is a plus. Highly organized and detail oriented. Follow OSHA safety rules, GMP's, and all applicable food safety regulations TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS : Travel less than 5%

US Salary Pay Range

$60,000-$70,000 USD

Disclaimer : This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement : J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.