Senior Financial Analyst

Ocean Spray; Lakeville (MN); Hybrid; USD 87,400 - 120,230; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complete insurance package

401(k) with company matching

Flexible scheduling options

Vacation pay and holiday pay

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Ocean Spray is hiring a Senior Financial Analyst to support brand marketing, sales, and business functions as a strategic partner. This hybrid role is based at our corporate headquarters in Lakeville, MA, with flexible remote work options.

The successful candidate will provide financial analyses, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to strategic planning efforts. Competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits are offered to support employee well-being.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in analysis, forecasting and budgeting.
• Ability to independently execute deliverables with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable presenting to groups and senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate financial information and analyses to support profitability.
• Partner with teams to develop new product business cases.
• Support the IBP process and improve forecast accuracy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Ocean Spray is hiring a Senior Financial Analyst to support brand marketing, sales, and key business functions as a strategic business partner.

Location

This hybrid role is based at our corporate headquarters in Lakeville, MA, with Mondays and Fridays remote.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and timely financial information and analyses, making and implementing sound recommendations to grow USA business profitability and optimize the existing portfolio.
• Partner with Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, R&D, and Innovation teams to translate assumptions into development of new product business cases, including sound financials.
• Support the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process and work closely with cross‑functional partners to understand key inputs to the forecast, risks and opportunities, and make recommendations to improve forecast accuracy.
• Provide insights and analytics that help business teams develop robust strategies and tactics that deliver against AOP metrics.
• Participate in the preparation and compilation of the annual operating plan (AOP) and long-range plan (LRP).
• Update the monthly forecast based on business changes and communicate changes to partners with actionable, forward‑looking commentary on risks and opportunities.
• Participate in month‑end/quarter‑end close activities to ensure completion of assigned tasks, including identification, communication and resolution of unusual items and issues promptly.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to understand key variance drivers between the plan/forecast and actual results, projecting impacts on financial forecasts, and assist in synthesizing data to communicate supporting narrative.
• Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of business drivers across the full P&L for the brand team and cross‑functional partners (volume/sales, trade, COGS, marketing, SG&A) and price/volume/mix analysis.
• Initiate, lead and manage projects that improve current business results and deliver against strategy.
• Provide trade management support and analysis for pricing events and promotions.
• Partner with key stakeholders to drive financial efficiency projects/initiatives.
• Assist with ad‑hoc projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field (required). Master’s degree preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in analysis, forecasting and budgeting.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and business‑acumen skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to discuss complex financial terms with non‑finance professionals.
• Team oriented with strong ability to engage and influence cross‑functional teams.
• Results oriented with strong attention to detail and deadlines.
• Ability to independently and reliably execute deliverables on a periodic basis with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable presenting to groups and senior stakeholders.
• Excellent prioritization, multitasking and organization abilities.

Salary

The annual salary range is $87,400 - $120,230. Additional short-term and long-term incentive rewards may be available.

Benefits

• Complete insurance package on Day‑1, including health, dental and vision insurance; health savings account; flexible spending account; life and accident insurance; employee assistance program; telehealth services; 1:1 health coaching.
• Supportive benefits for all life stages.
• 401(k) with up to 6% company matching; potential discretionary match at year‑end.
• Short-term incentive/Performance bonuses.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Vacation pay, up to three weeks (pro‑rated for first year), and holiday pay for 12 holidays.
• Career development and growth opportunities; tuition/education assistance; LinkedIn Learning; scholarship programs for children.
• Parental leave; Bright Horizons Family Solutions – backup care, tutoring.
• Adoption assistance; bereavement leave.
• Up to $300 fitness reimbursement; up to $300 massage reimbursement.
• Employee appreciation events; employee discounts.
• Charitable giving.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. For MA applicants – it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Any employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.