What are the responsibilities and job description for the FP&A, Analyst position at Baldor Specialty Foods, Inc.?
About Baldor
Since our beginnings as part of the iconic Greenwich Village retail store, Balducci’s, Baldor has maintained its original promise – curate and deliver the best ingredients from around the world. For 25 years, we have served the food industry using cutting-edge logistics to create a seamless customer experience. Our commitment to service and quality has made us the first choice in distribution for a diverse list of industry leaders, including hotels, restaurants, county clubs, hospitals, and nursing homes.
Position Summary
The FP&A, Analyst will be responsible for assisting with financial forecasting, budgeting, and analysis to support strategic decision-making across the organization. This pivotal role requires strong financial / operational acumen, excellent financial modeling skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. The FP&A, Analyst will support the Management team and Department leaders with data-driven analysis in support of Baldor’s strategic and financial objectives.
Responsibilities
· Play a key role in preparation of financial and strategic plans for individual departments and the wider organization.
· Prepare and consolidate the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic objectives.
· Develop and deliver financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for the Management team, highlighting critical performance indicators, trends, and areas of opportunity / risk.
· Conduct variance analysis to gauge actual financial performance against budgets and forecasts, while elucidating the principal drivers of variances.
· Partner with the Accounting team during the Close process, which includes reviewing Departmental P&L results and identifying potential expense accruals.
· Serve as FP&A liaison to Departments by working closely in support of initiatives and general financial inquiries.
· Create financial models (Cash Flow, P&L, etc.) analyzing past performance and helping predict future growth.
· Collaborate with operational and functional units to establish and monitor key performance metrics.
· Support business leaders in evaluating and measuring the financial implications of strategic endeavors, investments, and business cases.
· Assist in development / implementation of enhanced FP&A tools (reporting, modeling, etc.)
· Uphold compliance with financial protocols, procedures, and regulatory prerequisites.
Requirements and skills
· Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
· Accumulation of 3-5 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis.
· Strong financial acumen and ability to interpret and analyze complex financial data.
· Demonstrated experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting.
· Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
· Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify trends in financial and operational data.
· Strong business partnering skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders.
· Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate complex financial concepts to non-finance professionals.
· Proficiency in financial analysis tools, ERP systems (MS D365 preferred), and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
· Experience in the food distribution or manufacturing industry is preferred but not required.
· Must be available to work onsite four days per week, with the option to work remotely one day per week.
Join our dynamic team and make a significant impact on the success of our products and the satisfaction of our customers. Apply now. We look forward to meeting you!