Strategic Finance Analyst: Profitability & Forecasting

Wayne Farms LLC; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC is seeking a financial analyst to perform profitability analyses of sales and production data, providing analytical support to cross-functional teams evaluating new opportunities. The role includes building pro forma analyses and supporting annual plans.

Responsibilities include preparing weekly/monthly reports, forecasting results, and ensuring data accuracy across departments. Strong communication and detail orientation are essential in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field.
• 1+ year in manufacturing cost methodologies; 3+ years in financial analysis or accounting preferred.
• Strong communication with internal/external customers and high attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; self-starter with ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of production and sales financial data; calculate profitability by SKU, customer, and business segment.
• Perform variance analysis to forecast and plan; provide pro forma analyses for new proposals.
• Prepare and review weekly and monthly financial reports; share data for cross-functional understanding.
• Support development of the annual operating plan; compare performance to industry benchmarks.
• Develop and maintain ad hoc analyses and financial models; verify data accuracy with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Cost analysis

Financial modeling

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Wayne Farms LLC is seeking a financial analyst to perform profitability analyses of sales and production data, providing analytical support to cross-functional teams evaluating new opportunities. The role includes building pro forma analyses and supporting annual plans.

Responsibilities include preparing weekly/monthly reports, forecasting results, and ensuring data accuracy across departments. Strong communication and detail orientation are essential in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.