Sr. Financial Analyst, Supply Chain (9914)

Grow a Better Tomorrow with Nufarm.

We know that growing is about more than just crops and cultivation. It’s about sunshine and rain, early mornings, and hard work. It can be frustratingly unpredictable but also wonderfully uplifting. More than anything, it’s about people. Nufarm is the dependable partner behind thousands of agricultural success stories. Every day, growers around the world turn to our products and our people to help with the challenges of fighting disease, weeds, and pests, and to increase crop yields.

How can you Unearth the Possibilities with Nufarm?

Based in Alsip, IL, Nufarm is looking to engage a motivated Sr. Financial Analyst, Supply Chain in advising the Sr. Manager Supply Chain FP&A and the Supply Chain organization regarding performance and insights of production facilities. This role involves monitoring, reporting and advising on plant expenses, accurately reporting monthly plant volume and production variances, providing support with month end close activities, and satisfying the information needs of both internal and external customers of the Finance Department.

What will you be doing?

• Plant Performance Monitoring
  • Provide financial leadership on all aspects of plant supply chain management. Work with the Plant Management Team to identify and recommend process improvements that will deliver financial benefits or mitigate financial risks.
  • Update Plant Scorecard and analyze the Plant’s financial performance monthly. 
  • Support Plant Value Chain initiatives (cost savings) toward driving productivity improvements.
  • Monitor and initiate strategies to lower production variances.
• Budgets & Planning/Outlook
  • Lead plant annual expense budgeting, monthly expenses forecasting, and the management accounting/reporting process for the plant.
  • Review and advise the management team on all financial/budgetary requirements and develop financial goals in partnership with plant and corporate leadership.
• Month End Accounting Close
  • Process journal entries and accruals for inclusion in the month-end reporting process.
  • Monthly plant volume reporting, production variance reconciliation, and overhead reconciliation.
  • Support to the accounting team in the preparation of the financial close.  Ensure timely and accurate completion.
  • Other ad hoc duties when required.
• Controls
  • Provide support for external and internal audits at the operating facilities.
  • Follow internal controls and DoA as it relates to the business; ensure integrity of financial reporting & processes.
  • Ensure compliance with key control procedures and corporate policies and procedures at the local level plant management team to ensure the overall financial integrity of the plant financial information and safeguarding of assets.
  • Prepare year-end working papers and supporting financial and accounting information for year-end external audit. Liaise with external auditors in reviewing areas of responsibility.

What do you bring?

You hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Business Management, or working towards CPA designation, with a minimum 5 years finance/accounting experience. The ideal candidate will have experience working in manufacturing, knowledge of financial accounting systems and ERP System experience (Oracle preferred), advanced Excel skills, and strong interpersonal skills.

What do we offer?

Our compensation structure is designed to reflect the cost of labor across various U.S. geographic markets. The base salary for this position ranges from $72,000 per year in our lowest geographic market to $105,000 per year in our highest geographic market. Compensation is determined by several factors, including market location, and may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

At Nufarm, we believe in total compensation. Depending on the position, additional forms of compensation may be included as part of a comprehensive package, alongside a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.

If you want to be a part of a thriving, supportive environment and are inspired by the prospect of being a part of something bigger, we’d love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. All employment decisions are decided based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We are committed to building an inclusive environment for all Nufarm employees.

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