Associate Cost Analyst

Company Description

At Jack Link’s, we feed the journey. We take pride in rolling up our sleeves and getting things done together. Fueled by creativity, passion, and a commitment to doing things the right way, we tackle the hard stuff first and focus on real progress, bold moves, and no excuses. We create opportunities, celebrate wins, own our misses, and push forward as a team, knowing our strength comes from supporting one another and having fun along the way. We cultivate a workplace where passion meets purpose and our Team Members are inspired, recognized, and rewarded for their contributions. 

If you’re ready to make a difference and build something meaningful, we want you! 

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Headquartered in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s is strategically positioned with production, distribution, and support centers in key locations throughout North America, Brazil, Europe, and the Pacific Rim. This global network allows Jack Link's to deliver a wide variety of high-quality, great tasting protein snacks to consumers around the world. The company’s portfolio of brands includes Jack Link’s®, Lorissa’s Kitchen®, Wild River®, Golden Island®, Country Fresh Meats®, BiFi®, Peperami® , Mariani and Local Legends Meat Snacks.

Job Description

The Cost Analyst ensures accurate cost records and keeps the records up to date.  Tests and identifies opportunities for cost savings.  Understands how activities and their costs are linked to products, processes and customers.  Tracks monthly costs and production activity to provide insight into areas meeting cost reduction and process or profit improvement.

The responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following:

• Assist with the development of overall profit & loss forecasts for new items and programs being considered
• Track plan/actual variances post-launch in support of the sales, marketing, and R&D teams
• Perform periodic cost rolls as needed to ensure accurate cost accounting
• Assist in preparing cost estimations for brand new items and new configurations as requested
• Prepare monthly SFR value files to ensure accurate and consistent reporting by site
• Prepare monthly obsolescence accrual and disposal requests with plant and DC (Distribution Center) staff as necessary to maintain accurate inventories
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary

Qualifications

Required Education: 

• Associate Degree in Accounting or Finance or related work experience

Required Experience: 

• Advanced PC skills, particularly Excel 
• Advanced analytical skills and ability to analyze financial data, make informed decisions, and communicate financial implications/results
• Excellent interpersonal skills 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills 
• Attention to detail; ensure accuracy in financial reporting and compliance
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices

Preferred: 

• Experience using an ERP (ideally SAP) to control supply chain financials
• Cost Accounting experience in food manufacturing 
• Experience working with SAP
• Prior business management experience 

Additional Information

The salary range for this role is $56,000 - $77,880 (Annually). Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.