Financial Analyst

Huhtamaki Group; De Soto (KS); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Remote day option

Job summary

Huhtamaki is seeking a Financial Analyst to help analyze the North America segment’s financial performance and provide insights for leadership. The program emphasizes rotations through different finance functions, mentorship by senior finance leaders, and opportunities to develop core analytical and presentation skills.

The role supports the NA finance team, with hybrid onsite/remote work and a 12–18 month program that includes monthly reviews and ongoing development. Relocation within the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to relocate within the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current and past trends in revenue, cost of sales, working capital and capex.
• Prepare reports including monthly NA financial analyses and variances.
• Create variance analyses and financial models to inform leadership.
• Support senior leadership with in-depth analysis and presentations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on strategic projects.

Skills

Analytics

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data management software

Job description

Financial Analyst### Financial AnalystApply: #LI-Onsite: De Soto, KS, USA: Full time: Posted 30+ Days Ago: End Date: June 11, 2027 (30+ days left to apply): R047780**Enjoy a career, packaged with care, whilst helping protect food, people and the planet**We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. We’re on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki.You could be part of our vision. Because it’s our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. It’s every one of us working together.We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together.This role will gain experience analyzing and providing insights into the financial performance of the North America segment of Huhtamaki. Our Accounting and Finance Career Program is an accelerated leadership development program designed to provide top college graduates with a path toward key business leadership roles. This program offers a unique opportunity to rotate through various financial functions, receive mentorship from experienced finance professionals, and develop the skills needed to excel in a career at Huhtamaki. This role will add considerable value to the business and allow for regular interactions with our SVP of Finance and IT, Controllers and our Global financial reporting team in Finland.**Program Structure:*** **Duration:** 12-18 months training* **Rotations:** 2-3 rotations across different commercial functions* **Training:** Comprehensive onboarding and continuous professional development* **Mentorship:** Pairing with senior sales/product mgmt.. leaders and mentors* **Evaluation:** Regular performance reviews and feedback sessions**Essential Functions*** Acclimate to Huhtamaki, products, and processes.* Partner with cross-functional business leaders to assist on strategic projects* Identify areas to improve and streamline processes* Analyze current and past trends including insights into all areas of revenue, cost of sales, working capital and capital expenditures* Monitor performance indicators, highlighting trends and analyzing causes of unexpected variance* Prepare reports based on financial data, including participation in preparation of monthly financial analysis of North America results* Create variance analysis reports and financial models* Support Finance leadership team with in depth analysis and preparation of presentations* Produce ad-hoc analysis and reporting as requested* All other duties assigned by management**Job Qualifications***Required** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance* Strong aptitude in analytics, problem solving, interpersonal skills, motivation to succeed* Comfortable working with numbers & large amounts of data via databases and spreadsheets* Good communication and consensus building skills* Competence with Microsoft Office applications and quick-witted with data management software* Ability to communicate effectively with management* Demonstrated leadership ability* Relocation and an eagerness to develop leadership competencies at other U.S. locations is required (geographic relocation is required)Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn* Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills**Environment*** 4 Days a week onsite and 1 day remote (optional). Hybrid work environment that mixes in-office and remote work to offer flexibility and support to employees.* Work hours are usually 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. but could require after hours and weekend work to complete projects on time* Travel as needed; up to 10%Join us. Help protect food, people and the planet.