Senior Financial Analyst - Supply Chain

1010 Lamb Weston, Inc; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. in Kennewick, WA seeks a Senior Financial Analyst – Supply Chain to drive accounting, forecasting, budgeting, settlements and financial analysis for the Grower program. You will partner with Grower Accounting, Ag Services and operations to translate contract terms into accurate forecasts and actionable reporting.

The role requires 5+ years in financial analysis with strong Excel and ERP experience; MBA/CPA/CMA preferred. Travel may be requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in finance, accounting or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive financial analysis and related experience.
• Strong skills in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and P&L management.
• Ability to analyze complex data and provide actionable insights.
• Experience building financial models and supporting decision-making.
• Proven ability to partner with stakeholders and communicate effectively.
• MBA/CPA/CMA or equivalent preferred; travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a business partner for accounting and finance questions with stakeholders.
• Assist in annual operating plan and strategic planning for P&L components.
• Update monthly forecast and communicate changes to partners with guidance.
• Participate in month-end/quarter-end close; resolve issues promptly.
• Lead financial audit for assigned area.
• Provide comprehensive financial analyses and modeling.
• Develop metrics, scorecards, and reporting for the function.
• Deliver periodic reports and participate in finance-wide projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Financial planning & analysis

Forecasting

Stakeholder communication

Excel proficiency

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field

MBA, CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Financial Analyst - Supply Chain

Location: Kennewick, WA

Job Requisition ID: Req-272113

Time Type: Full time

About Lamb Weston

You've probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world. A highly innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, we empower every individual to make a genuine difference. You'll gain access to hands-on training to fuel your growth and success, explore opportunities for new solutions, and you'll join a winning team of 10,000+ people all dedicated to raising the bar together. If you have a strong drive for results, a desire to help us bring the world together through our fries, and are ready for a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you.

Job Description Summary

The Senior Financial Analyst - Supply Chain supports the accounting, forecasting, budgeting, settlement and financial analysis for Lamb Weston’s growers. This role serves as a finance business partner to Grower Accounting, Ag Services and operational stakeholders, translating contract terms and grower activity into accurate accounting, clear forecasts and actionable reporting. The position owns complex reconciliations and period-close activities, evaluates grower results, supports grower payments and settlements, and helps maintain strong financial controls over the program.

Job Description

• Serve as a business partner for specified function on accounting and finance related questions. This will involve the ability to assess business needs, resolve risks and opportunities in a timely manner, and clear communication of issues/business results.
• Participate in the preparation and compilation of the annual operating plan (AOP) and strategic plan for assigned component of the P&L and related balance sheet accounts.
• Update the monthly forecast for assigned function based on business changes. Actively communicate changes to business partners by providing specific, actionable and forward looking commentary on the various changes as well as guidance on potential risk.
• Participate in month-end/quarter-end close activities to ensure completion of assigned tasks, including identification and resolution of unusual items and issues in a timely manner.
• Lead financial audit for assigned area.
• Provide comprehensive financial analysis and models for various requests.
• Lead the development of metrics, scorecards and reporting for assigned function.
• Evaluate and deliver periodic metrics, scorecards and reports.
• Participate in various finance wide-projects, projects will vary depending on business needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive financial analysis, accounting, or related business experience.
• Strong understanding of financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and profit and loss statement management.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and provide meaningful business insights and recommendations.
• Experience building financial models and performing quantitative analysis to support decision-making.
• Proven ability to build strong partnerships and effectively communicate with stakeholders across multiple levels of an organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with enterprise financial systems, ERP platforms, or reporting tools preferred.
• MBA, CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification preferred.
• Travel may be required.
• Regular use of standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and related technology.
• Occasional bending, reaching, and lifting may be required.

Industry-Competitive Benefits

Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive. Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:

• Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
• Paid Time Off
• Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
• Family-Friendly Employee events
• Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services

Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Anticipated Close Date

The anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs. Anticipated Close Date: 01/02/2027

Pay Transparency

In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range posted based on various factors, including, but not limited to, job duties, experience and expertise. A candidate's work location could also impact the actual compensation being outside of the range to reflect local cost of labor. A reasonable annual estimate of the range for this role is listed below. Pay Rate or Range: $86,380.00 - $129,570.00

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law

Company Overview

Started in 1950 on a small farm in the Northwest region of the U.S., Lamb Weston has grown to be one of the world’s largest frozen potato companies, happily delivering the delicious goodness of fries to more than 100 countries. Lamb Weston has created inventive products and processes that are standards in the industry. When we look at a potato, we see possibilities. Our people are a valuable and integral part of our business and play a vital role in our success as an organization. At Lamb Weston we offer the financial stability and career potential of a true industry leader. Lamb Weston will offer you the opportunity to put your education and skills to work as part of a great team, contributing to the achievement of the organization’s goals and objectives. You will be challenged to take responsibility, drive results, show creativity, and display initiative - and you will be rewarded for your contributions and impact. Let’s explore the possibilities together.