Financial Analyst

Location

Battle Creek, MI | United States

Job description

At WK Kellogg Co, we exist to create joy and connection to inspire Gr-r-reat days. We believe that doing good is always good for business and we have stood for this since Kellogg Company was founded more than 117 years ago. We are passionate about doing our part to make nutritious foods, create social connectivity and respect natural resources. Together, these actions create positive progress for people and the planet – today and for years to come. We have big plans for how we are going to accomplish this, and we would love for you to join us in this effort.

As a Finance Analyst you will drive operational efficiency, growth opportunities and cost savings strategies within our Supply Chain organization. We value your insights, and your clear communication skills, and will be counting on you to advise your business partners on financial matters and provide input into business decisions from a financial perspective. Using your can-do, go-getter attitude, you’ll meet budgets, and new people—engaging with multiple levels of personnel throughout our company to get the job done. Together we will shape a stronger future for our company, and your career.

The preferred location for this role is Michigan as this role is part of a hybrid work environment and requires some days in office.

HERE’S A TASTE OF WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Complex Analysis – In this role you will have a firm focus on performing complex financial analyses as well as generating models to support decision making within Procurement Finance. You will use these insights to make recommendations to Procurement Management. We are looking for someone who has a passion for analytics – we want it to bring out the tiger in you!
• Partnerships, Profits, Plans and Process – We believe in collaboration! In a consultative capacity, you will interact with Procurement Management to ensure financial goals and strategies are achieved, by monitoring and reporting on key financial and non-financial performance indicators specific to Direct & Indirect Procurement, Overhead, Cash Flow, Cost Savings and Cost Avoidance. We are looking for you to deliver and integrate plans for executional excellence as well as develop complex financial analysis insights and solutions.
• Ad-Hoc Reporting and Projects – It is about having an Owner’s Mindset. You will be managing the execution and completion of projects, key due dates, identification of opportunities and risks, and financial metrics. You will also complete ad-hoc reporting requests.
• Be Proactive – As a key part of the Procurement Finance team, you will recommend updates to the budget, forecast, and help identify ways to close gaps and meet challenges. You will also review and translate assumptions to financial budget/forecast for review by management, in addition to ensuring accurate monthly financial closing/reporting, submission of results and reviews with supply chain leadership. Two scoops of collaboration and strong communication will be key ingredients to your success.

YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Finance/Business related field and/or related work experience
• Attention to detail and strong analytical, decision making, and communication skills.

• Practical experience understanding the link between business issues, the P&L and Cash Flow.
• Knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) and other financial planning systems such as SAP
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)

At WK Kellogg Co, our success depends on our most vital asset — our people. That’s why we’re committed to providing you with benefits and programs that support your Total Health and your journey to be and feel your best — physically, financially, emotionally, and socially. Our benefit offerings include:

• Healthcare coverage, including vision and dental.
• Savings and Investments contributions and match
• Paid Time Off
• Life and AD&D insurance coverage

Our comprehensive and competitive benefits not only deliver value to you and your family, but also offer choice to meet your unique needs and knowledge to empower confident decision-making.

ABOUT WK KELLOGG CO

At WK Kellogg Co, we bring our best to everyone, every day through our trusted foods and brands. Our journey began in 1894, when our founder W.K. Kellogg reimagined the future of food with the creation of Corn Flakes, changing breakfast forever. Since then, we have embraced the same spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship in everything we do, channeling our founder’s passion and commitment to creating high quality and delicious products while fostering communities. Our iconic brand portfolio includes Frosted Flakes, Rice Krispies, Froot Loops, Kashi , Special K, Raisin Bran , Frosted Mini Wheats , and Bear Naked . With a presence in the majority of households across North America, our brands play a key role in enhancing the lives of millions of consumers every day, promoting a strong sense of physical, emotional and societal wellbeing. Our beloved brand characters, including Tony the Tiger and Toucan Sam, represent our deep connections with the consumers and communities we serve. For more information, visit .  

If we can help you with a reasonable accommodation throughout the application or hiring process, please email [email protected]

THE FINER PRINT

The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.

WK Kellogg Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For US applicants:

Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information, please follow th is  link .

Let’s create gr-r-reat days,

WK Kellogg Co Recruitment

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