Financial Analyst

DescriptionChanging the World, One Kibble at a TimeChampion Petfoods is expanding! We are excited to announce we are looking for a Financial Analyst to join our rapidly growing company.Champion Petfoods is an award-winning pet food crafter with a reputation of trust spanning 35+ years. From our humble beginnings, founded in a small town in Alberta, Canada, Champion – with its ORIJEN® and ACANA® brands – is a key player in the global premium pet food industry. Our purpose, To Earn Pet Lover Trust Every Day so Pets Thrive for a Lifetime , provides the foundation for our highest aspirations as a company. Being a partner to the communities that surround us – and the environment that sustains us – are top priorities.We would love to hear from you if you are passionate about personal and professional growth and see yourself as a key player contributing to our continued success as an award-winning company.Here’s the scoop - SummaryThe Financial Analyst gathers and interprets financial, cost & sales data, formulating reports and recommendations to facilitate decision making. This position will facilitate the forecasting, planning and reporting for the organization. This role is both analytical and tactical in nature and will be required to conduct primary analysis and research.The Financial analyst reports to the Finance Manager and is based out of Champion’s office in Boulder, CO on a hybrid work schedule.What a typical day looks like: Assist with the preparation of ad hoc reports, financial reviews and special projects as directed by the leadership team. Assist with Business Plan development by conducting relevant project research and analysis for purposes of strategy identification and implementation. Develop reconciliation and reporting process for input and overhead costs. Calculate key performance indicators, benchmarks and measures Support analysis of planning for input, overhead, and logistic costs Analyze performance records interpret financial results of Sales and/or Costs Assist in developing and reviewing the sales forecast and rolling sales forecast including sales to budget variance analysis. Support development of tools to facilitate trade budgeting, spending, reconciliation, and accounting Provide customized reporting and recommendations in support of ongoing business decisions or initiatives.What are we looking for? Bachelors or advanced degree in business, mathematics or related professional designation. Minimum of 2 years’ experience. Strong Excel spreadsheet skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail. CPG/Retail experience a plus A well-defined sense of diplomacy. Ability to build and maintain relationships with other departments and key business partners. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Good interpersonal skills with ability to work successfully with diverse groups, including ability to accept and integrate constructive feedback. Strong organizational abilities, including planning, prioritizing, and execution skills, with ability to successfully manage and complete projects on time and within budget. Effective time-management skills with ability to plan and prioritize in order to meet deadlines and achieve objectives, both independently and within a team environment Good judgment and strong decision-making abilities.What can you expect from Champion? Safety: a strong commitment to ensure all people are provided with a safe, healthy and respectful environment. Earnings: USD $60,000-$80,000 annual salary, annual bonus eligibility, 401k with company matching. Industry Competitive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision and employee assistance programs to meet your individual or family needs. Continuing Education: In house & online learning & development, as well as an education assistance program. Quality: a dedication to uphold the highest standards of authenticity, nutritional integrity, and food safety, to earn the trust of Pet Lovers everywhere. Other Perks: Free bag of premium pet food each month.What are you waiting for? Join the pack!Come as you are.We value diversity in all forms and know the power it can bring. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of views to be heard, and increases overall happiness. That sounds pretty good to us.Champion is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, or any other creed, you are wanted here.#cpfind