Senior Financial Analyst, Corporate Finance

Ingredion Incorporated; Westchester (IL); On-site; USD 102,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards

Benefits & wellness

Flexible work

Career growth

Recognition program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ingredion Incorporated in Westchester, IL is seeking a Sr. Financial Analyst, Corporate Finance to lead company-wide forecasting, reporting, and strategic analysis. You will partner with segment finance and corporate teams to deliver insights for executive decisions.

The role emphasizes improving forecast accuracy, supporting investor relations, and building cross-functional partnerships to drive shareholder value. Hybrid work arrangements and a broad benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required; CPA or Masters a plus.
• Experience in financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, accounting, or auditing; corporate experience a plus.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and their interdependence (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).

Responsibilities

• Reporting - prepare monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages for the CFO, Executive Leadership Team, and Board of Directors; conduct variance analyses and identify trends.
• Financial Planning - assist with consolidating the annual global financial plan and rolling forecast updates; own forecasting roll up.
• Investor Relations Support - assist VP, Investor Relations in quarterly earnings presentations and related materials.
• Financial Modeling - provide modeling and sensitivity analysis around internal and external factors.
• Business Partnership - collaborate with cross-functional teams to build credibility and partnerships.
• Process Improvements - drive forecasting accuracy and reporting efficiency; transition to Central Finance.
• Ad hoc projects - support special analyses as needed.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial reporting

Forecasting

Accounting

Auditing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

CPA or Masters a plus

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

SAP

BW

SAC

CFIN

Job description

About Ingredion: Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there’s a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Westchester, IL Workplace Type: Hybrid

The Sr. Financial Analyst, Corporate Finance will be responsible for preparing company-wide financial forecasting, reporting, and strategic analysis. This position partners closely with segment finance teams and corporate functions to deliver insightful financial analysis to support executive decisions. They also identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance shareholder value. This role will report to the Sr. Manager, Corporate Finance.

What you will do:

• Reporting - prepare monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages for the CFO, Executive Leadership Team, and Board of Directors such as the monthly results, quarterly business reviews, and Board of Directors' presentations. Conduct variance analyses, identify trends, and recommend actions to improve financial performance. Work with segment finance teams to develop key performance indicators.
• Financial Planning - Assist with consolidating, detailed reporting, and development of the annual global financial plan and rolling forecast updates by partnering with segment finance teams to align on forecast assumptions and deliverables. Identify opportunities to improve forecast accuracy, reporting effectiveness, and process efficiency. Ownership of the forecasting roll up, including tie-out to global and segment plan and actual results.
• Investor Relations Support - Provide financial assistance to the VP, Investor Relations which includes assisting in preparing quarterly earnings presentations, press releases, script, and FAQ support.
• Financial Modeling - Provide financial modeling and sensitivity analysis around broad internal and external factors.
• Business Partnership - Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Segment Finance, Corporate Finance, Corporate Accounting, Tax, Treasury, and Investor Relations teams to build credibility and partnerships.
• Process Improvements - Drive process improvements in forecasting accuracy, reporting effectiveness, and data visualization. Play a key role in transitioning to Central Finance and updating current reporting processes to align with new capabilities and data structures.
• Ad Hoc Projects - Support ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or Masters a plus.
• Experience in financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, accounting, or auditing; Corporate experience a plus.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and their interdependence (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
• Experience in planning, coordinating, and executing multiple work streams simultaneously and meeting tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; Experience with SAP, BW, SAC, CFIN, or similar systems is a plus.
• Experience in the food ingredients or manufacturing industry is a plus.

Who you are:

• Possess strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Collaborative team player who can work well cross-functionally.
• Possess the ability to assess past performance, current business environment, and external outlook to forecast future business performance.
• Drive for results by demonstrating ownership, continual drive to exceed personal and organizational results.

Why Join Ingredion?

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package - Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success.
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support - Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
• Flexible Work Arrangements - We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally.
• Career Growth - Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Recognition Program - A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally.
• Employee Discount Program - Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability - mental or physical - marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law ("protected classifications"). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available: No Pay Range: $102,100.00-$136,166.67 Annual. Incentive Compensation: As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus. Benefits: Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.

Ingredion is a leading global, plant-based ingredients solutions company. We make sweeteners, starches, nutrition ingredients and biomaterials that are used by customers in everyday products from foods and beverages to paper and pharmaceuticals. At Ingredion, we embrace possibilities and inspire each other to think big. Together, we are reimagining how we can make life better through our differentiated ingredients and innovative solutions. We share an inspiring purpose - to make life better, for our colleagues, our customers, our communities, and the world. We belong to a culture of bold innovators, of people who believe that their skills, creativity, and passion can deliver solutions that can enhance people’s lives. We create what's next, transforming our imagination into innovation. We have a welcoming and collaborative environment to build and grow a career in a multinational company. Here, everyone can be their authentic selves and be part of a community of talented and caring people, interacting with professionals around the world, made up of varied backgrounds, cultures and industries. We are encouraged to think differently and innovate through collaboration and experimentation. We are constantly imagining new ways to bring value to our customers, through new ingredients, solutions, and ways of working.